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Japan’s Takaichi to examine new government fiscal target for future that looks at fiscal state
Japan’s Takaichi to examine new government fiscal target for future that looks at fiscal state
Japan Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said on Monday that she will review target of achieving basic fiscal balance surplus and issue instructions at the stage in January.
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Media sources - There are enough votes in the US Senate to end the shutdown
Media sources - There are enough votes in the US Senate to end the shutdown
There are at least 8 votes from Senate Democratic caucus in favor of a negotiated deal to end shutdown
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US shutdown end in sight as Democrats agree to funding deal — Bloomberg
US shutdown end in sight as Democrats agree to funding deal — Bloomberg
The record-breaking US government shutdown is nearing an end after a group of centrist Senate Democrats agreed to support a deal to reopen the government and fund some departments and agencies for the next year, Bloomberg reported on Monday.
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Shutdown end in sight as centrist Democrats back Senate stopgap deal to reopen government
Shutdown end in sight as centrist Democrats back Senate stopgap deal to reopen government
Centrist Democrats backed a Senate plan to reopen parts of the U.S. government and extend funding through January 30. The stopgap measure faces resistance in the House, where Democrats and conservative Republicans want competing funding terms.
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BoJ Summary of Opinions: Member highlights the importance of wages to future policy decision
BoJ Summary of Opinions: Member highlights the importance of wages to future policy decision
The Bank of Japan (BoJ) published the Summary of Opinions from the October monetary policy meeting, with the key findings noted below.   
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UK firms expect 3% pay rises but warn AI could shrink jobs, CIPD survey shows
UK firms expect 3% pay rises but warn AI could shrink jobs, CIPD survey shows
UK employers expect 3% pay rises over the next year, but one in six firms foresees job losses from AI adoption, according to the CIPD. Hiring remains subdued, and businesses are urging the government to avoid new taxes that could weaken recruitment further.
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China suspends ban on exports of gallium, germanium and other critical metals to US
China suspends ban on exports of gallium, germanium and other critical metals to US
China's Ministry of Commerce said that it would temporarily lift its ban on approving exports of “dual-use items” related to gallium, germanium, antimony, and super-hard materials to the United States (US). The suspension takes effect from Sunday until November 27, 2026, Reuter reported on Sunday.
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RBA's Hauser: Monetary policy in Australia faces unusual challenge
RBA's Hauser: Monetary policy in Australia faces unusual challenge
Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) Deputy Governor Andrew Hauser said early Monday that getting inflation down will require policy to be restrictive.
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Japan’s Takaichi abandons annual budget target, takes softer fiscal consolidation stance
Japan’s Takaichi abandons annual budget target, takes softer fiscal consolidation stance
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Japan will scrap its annual primary budget balance target and adopt a multi-year framework to measure fiscal progress, easing its commitment to consolidation. The pro-spending leader is preparing a new stimulus package despite Japan’s record debt levels.
US Treasury’s Bessent: Impact of government shutdown on economy is worsening
US Treasury’s Bessent: Impact of government shutdown on economy is worsening
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Monday that the US federal shutdown impact getting worse for the economy.
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USD/JPY gains ground above 153.50 on BoJ rate hike uncertainty
USD/JPY gains ground above 153.50 on BoJ rate hike uncertainty
The USD/JPY pair trades in positive territory near 153.70 during the early Asian session on Monday. The Japanese Yen (JPY) retreats from an over one-week high amid the uncertainty over the timing of the next interest rate hike by the Bank of Japan (BoJ).
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Some media reports of reopening the US government
Some media reports of reopening the US government
ABC news in the US is reporting enough Democrats support funding through January 31
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Japan's Nikkei: "Yen surge scenario fades as banks revise outlook downward"
Japan's Nikkei: "Yen surge scenario fades as banks revise outlook downward"
JPMorgan Chase cut its year-end forecast for the yen to 156 per dollar from 142, and now sees 152 by March 2026 instead of 139.
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China’s CPI inflation arrives at 0.2% YoY in October vs. 0% expected
China’s CPI inflation arrives at 0.2% YoY in October vs. 0% expected
China’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 0.2% in October from a year ago after arriving at a fall of 0.3% in September, the National Bureau of Statistics of China reported on Sunday. The market consensus was for 0% in the reported period.
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Duffy warns U.S. air travel will worsen before holidays as FAA cuts expand amid shutdown
Duffy warns U.S. air travel will worsen before holidays as FAA cuts expand amid shutdown
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned that U.S. air travel will deteriorate to a "trickle" ahead of Thanksgiving. More than 4,000 flights have already been delayed, with cancellations set to rise to 10% by week’s end.
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Sunday session for US Senate as lawmakers seek band aid funding for 10% of government
Sunday session for US Senate as lawmakers seek band aid funding for 10% of government
The Senate will examine three draft spending bills covering about 10% of overall federal funding.
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Bessent says shut down impact getting worse for economy, Hasset says recession possible
Bessent says shut down impact getting worse for economy, Hasset says recession possible
So much for the these guys having any skill at managing at managing the economy
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Monday morning open levels - indicative forex prices - 10 November 2025
Monday morning open levels - indicative forex prices - 10 November 2025
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China October inflation data: CPI 0.2% y/y (expected 0%), PPI -2.1% y/y (expected -2.2%)
China October inflation data: CPI 0.2% y/y (expected 0%), PPI -2.1% y/y (expected -2.2%)
Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Producer Price Index (PPI) data from China for October 2025
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investingLive Americas market news wrap: Big comeback in stock markets
investingLive Americas market news wrap: Big comeback in stock markets
Forex news for North American trading on Nov 7, 2025
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USD/JPY Price Forecast: Rebounds above 153.00 as buyers stepped in
USD/JPY Price Forecast: Rebounds above 153.00 as buyers stepped in
The USD/JPY stages a recovery on Friday with buyers claiming 153.00, an indication that the uptrend might resume in the short term.
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EUR/USD rises as US Dollar weakens on extended shutdown and market uncertainty
EUR/USD rises as US Dollar weakens on extended shutdown and market uncertainty
EUR/USD trimmed some of its previous losses and rises 0.16% on Friday’s late in the North American session, amid a scarce economic docket in both sides of the Atlantic.
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What key economic events can we expect next week?
What key economic events can we expect next week?
The US is still in shutdown and even if there is a reopen, the data dump is likely to still be delayed.
Fed’s Miran: Lots of stablecoin usage would likely lower the neutral rate
Fed’s Miran: Lots of stablecoin usage would likely lower the neutral rate
Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran spoke about stablecoins and monetary policy at the Blockchain & Venture Capital Summit in New York on Friday. He said that a lot of stablecoin usage would likely lower the neutral rate, and that Widespread stablecoin usage could push up the dollar's value.
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Dow Jones Industrial Average grapples with shaky consumer sentiment
Dow Jones Industrial Average grapples with shaky consumer sentiment
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) took another leg lower on Friday, testing below the 46,800 level for the first time in almost three weeks before barely managing to squeeze back to flat for the day as an AI stock pullback and withering consumer survey results drag down both sides of the inves
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Uranium-enriching company jumps after Trump's sons invest
Uranium-enriching company jumps after Trump's sons invest
The sons invested in a subsidiary of Quantum Leap Energy
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Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD struggles for traction, bulls eye $49.50 breakout
Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD struggles for traction, bulls eye $49.50 breakout
Silver (XAG/USD) trades little changed on Friday, hovering near $48.30 at the time of writing after easing from intraday highs, as the market remains directionless heading into the weekend.
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AUD/USD steady amid US consumer confidence drop, Fed policy uncertainty
AUD/USD steady amid US consumer confidence drop, Fed policy uncertainty
AUD/USD trades sideways on Friday, around 0.6480 at the time of writing, following the release of a key indicator that showed a significant deterioration in US consumer confidence.
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European equity close: A poor finish to the week
European equity close: A poor finish to the week
It was a decent week for European stock markets until today
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EUR/USD Price Forecast: Euro regains strength, nears key resistance around 1.1600
EUR/USD Price Forecast: Euro regains strength, nears key resistance around 1.1600
The Euro (EUR) extends its rebound against the US Dollar (USD) on Friday, building on renewed weakness in the Greenback. At the time of writing, EUR/USD is trading near 1.1575, its highest level since October 30.
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GBP/USD hovers around 1.3150 as US shutdown dampens households’ sentiment
GBP/USD hovers around 1.3150 as US shutdown dampens households’ sentiment
GBP/USD clings to minimal gains on Friday amid the lack of economic data releases in the UK, as markets digest scarce economic data amid the ongoing US government shutdown. The pair trades at 1.3148, up 0.10% after hitting a daily low of 1.3095.
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USD/CAD retreats as strong Canada jobs data lift the Loonie
USD/CAD retreats as strong Canada jobs data lift the Loonie
The Canadian Dollar (CAD) strengthens against the US Dollar (USD) on Friday, snapping a six-day losing streak after stronger-than-expected labor market data signaled resilience in Canada’s economy. At the time of writing, USD/CAD is trading around 1.4064, down nearly 0.35% on the day.
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UoM Consumer Sentiment Index falls to 50.3 in November vs 53.2 expected
UoM Consumer Sentiment Index falls to 50.3 in November vs 53.2 expected
Consumer confidence in the United States (US) continued to deteriorate in November, with the University of Michigan's Consumer Sentiment Index falling to 50.3 from 53.6 in October. This print came in worse than the market expectation of 53.2.
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UMich consumer sentiment 50.3 vs 53.2 prelim
UMich consumer sentiment 50.3 vs 53.2 prelim
Consumer sentiment data from the University of Michigan
S&P 500 futures down 0.4% as the tough week continues
S&P 500 futures down 0.4% as the tough week continues
Futures point to a continuation of a tough week
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Euro gains against Pound as BoE signals dovish shift
Euro gains against Pound as BoE signals dovish shift
The Euro (EUR) edges higher against the British Pound (GBP) on Friday, snapping a two-day losing streak as the Bank of England’s (BoE) dovish policy stance weighs on the Sterling.
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