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France’s Lescure Wants 2027 Budget That Brings Deficit Below 5%
French finance minister targets deficit below 5% in 2027 budget, signaling fiscal consolidation.
Japan’s 2026 Wage Talks Result in Third Year of Gains Above 5%
Japan's wage growth above 5% for third year supports BOJ rate hikes, potentially tightening global liquidity.
The June jobs report was a blip — we hope
June jobs report seen as a blip; trimmed mean inflation suggests cooling.
StanChart Targets Mid-Sized African Companies for Debt Sales
StanChart plans more debt sales for mid-sized African firms after a $50M green bond.
Choppy AI Trade, Fed Outlook Drive Asia Markets | Insight with Haslinda Amin 07/03/2026
Asia markets mixed as AI trade choppy and Fed outlook uncertain; broad market impact balanced.
FTSE 100 Poised to Extend Gains, Pound Eyes $1.34
FTSE 100 expected to rise, GBP strengthens towards $1.34, reflecting UK economic optimism.
Carlsberg Confidentially Files $700 Million India IPO
Carlsberg files for $700M India IPO, potentially unlocking value but limited broad market impact.
Korea Said to Prepare for Currency Flow From SK Hynix US Listing
South Korea prepares for currency flows from SK Hynix US listing, signaling strong demand for Korean tech ADRs.
The AI Trade Is Losing One of Its Key Signals
AI pricing per unit is declining, raising doubts about profitability of massive AI investments.
Has the AI Rally Gone Too Far, Too Fast?
Invesco fund manager warns AI rally may be stretched but not over, suggesting selective caution.
AI Factories Create Winners and Losers in Power Equipment Market
AI factories drive $200B power equipment market, creating winners and losers among suppliers.
Traders Weigh Second Half Outlook: Markets Snapshot
First half 2026 saw strong AI-driven gains; second half outlook hinges on geopolitics, growth, and AI jitters.