Japan services PMI hits five-month high, supports BOJ rate hike case
Japan's services PMI hit 52.5 in August, supporting BOJ rate hike expectations amid sustained cost pressures.
03/09/2026 00:5620 min read
Macro News
Inflation, employment, growth data and central bank decisions, and how they reprice risk across markets.
Fed's Williams: Yield rise signals economic strength, not market distress
New York Fed President Williams said Treasury yield surge reflects strong economy, not market dysfunction, easing alarmist interpretations.
03/09/2026 00:1121 min read
China services PMI in focus for Asia on Thursday
This week's China PMI data is recapped, with Thursday's services PMI from RatingDog and implications for AUD.
02/09/2026 20:428 min read
Government Bond Yields Surge to Crisis-Era Heights Across Major Economies
Government bond yields in the US, Japan, and Europe hit multi-decade highs in a synchronized selloff reminiscent of the 2008 crisis.
02/09/2026 20:2615 min read
Adam Back Invests €7.6M in Capital B for Bitcoin Purchases
Adam Back invests €7.6 million in Capital B to fund further bitcoin purchases, including 376 coins.
02/09/2026 18:428 min read
Fed's Beige Book describes modest growth and moderate price increases
The Fed's Beige Book shows modest economic growth and moderate inflation since July, with mixed outlooks.
02/09/2026 18:218 min read
Washington headlines mount as administration tackles multiple issues
A flood of headlines from Washington on beef, oil, China, AI, bonds, and Japan as officials tout plans but face delivery challenges.
02/09/2026 18:1112 min read
Trump $1 Coin Goes on Sale With Hidden July 4 Coins
The US Mint began selling the 2026 Trump $1 coin. 250,000 coins with a July 4 privy mark are hidden in rolls and bags.
02/09/2026 16:4115 min read
BOC's Macklem discusses inflation risks; CAD strengthens
BOC Governor Macklem comments on inflation risks and policy outlook, influencing the CAD.
02/09/2026 15:1110 min read
BOC holds rate at 2.25%, highlights tariff and energy risks
Bank of Canada kept policy rate unchanged, citing a broadening recovery but increased upside risks to inflation from energy prices and trade uncertainty.
02/09/2026 14:1243 min read
July US factory orders rise 0.9%, beating 0.6% forecast
US factory orders rose 0.9% in July, above the 0.6% forecast. Durable goods orders matched preliminary figures.
02/09/2026 14:113 min read
Bank of Canada holds policy rate steady at 2.25%
The Bank of Canada held its overnight rate at 2.25%, noting increased inflation risks and trade uncertainty from US tariffs.
02/09/2026 13:5211 min read
Fed Chair's Jackson Hole Speech Lifts September Rate Hike Probability
Fed Chair Warsh's hawkish tone pushed September rate hike probability to 57%, while Nvidia earnings provided temporary support.
02/09/2026 12:428 min read
Bond yield rise keeps European markets edgy
Global bond yields rose to multi-year highs, keeping European markets on edge. Equities fell, while USD/JPY pulled back from 160.40.
02/09/2026 12:126 min read
Dollar Mixed Against Major Peers; Technical Levels in Focus
US dollar mixed vs yen, euro, pound. RBNZ hikes to 2.75%, BOC seen holding. Oil steady near $89.50 amid US-Iran tensions.
02/09/2026 12:1215 min read