European markets open higher as metals surge, Brent eases and sterling slips
Executive summary: European equities opened firmer, led by gains in the FTSE 100, DAX, CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50, while precious metals rallied sharply and Brent crude retreated. The move set points to a market still balancing higher-for-longer rate expectations, a stronger dollar and shifting commodity leadership, with sterling and the euro both softer against the US currency. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 18 Sep 2026 08:15 LONDON
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Tokyo and Asia-Pacific close mixed as Nikkei surges, yen weakens, and precious metals extend rally
Executive summary: Tokyo led Asia-Pacific trading higher, with the Nikkei 225 jumping more than 2% as the yen weakened sharply and precious metals extended a powerful advance. The move came alongside softer crude and natural gas, while Hong Kong was little changed, Seoul slipped, and Sydney edged lower. The session points to a market still balancing rate expectations, currency moves, and commodity strength. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 18 Sep 2026 07:45 LONDON
Europe closes mixed as oil and gas firm, euro weakens, and crypto sells off ahead of Fed decision
Executive summary: European markets finished mixed, with London and Paris edging higher while Frankfurt was little changed and the broader Euro Stoxx 50 barely moved. Energy-linked assets outperformed as Brent crude and natural gas rose, while gold slipped and the euro and pound weakened against the dollar. Ether was the sharpest mover in the risk complex, falling more than 5%, underscoring a cautious tone ahead of the Federal Reserve decision. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 16 Sep 2026 16:45 LONDON
