Wall Street Slips as Fed-Hike Jitters Hit Tech, Chips and Small Caps, Apple and Meta Buck the Trend
Executive summary: U.S. stocks finished lower across the board, with the S&P 500 down 1.1%, the Nasdaq Composite off 1.0% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average falling 1.8%. The sharpest pressure came in AI and chip shares, while Apple and Meta stood out as notable gainers. Higher oil, a weaker gold price and a jump in USD/JPY pointed to a market still digesting the latest rate and inflation backdrop. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 16 Sep 2026 21:15 LONDON
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US Federal Reserve raises rates again amid stubborn inflation and Trump pressure
The United States Federal Reserve has raised interest rates by 25 basis points to a range of 3.75% to 4.00%, in a move aimed at tackling inflation that remains above target. The Federal Open Market Committee voted unanimously on Wednesday, local time, to approve the increase. The decision is the first policy move since the central bank paused earlier this year to assess the effects of tariffs and energy-price shocks.Officials said the increase was intended to support a "timelier return" to the Fed's 2% inflation goal. The central bank's latest Summary of Economic Projections showed a majority of policymakers expect... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 20:29 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
Wall Street Opens Lower as Yields, Oil and Crypto Pressure Risk Appetite
Executive summary: U.S. equities opened softer, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite and Dow Jones all in the red as higher oil, firmer Treasury-yield pressure and a broad risk-off tone weighed on sentiment. Chips, small caps, defence and crypto-linked assets were among the sharpest early losers, while natural gas and crude moved higher and the dollar strengthened against the yen. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 16 Sep 2026 14:45 LONDON
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Yemen displacement rises past 100,000 as Houthi offensive spreads in Taiz
The number of people displaced by fighting in Yemen's Taiz governorate has risen to at least 100,000, according to the United Nations refugee agency, as a Houthi offensive continues to reshape the front line in the country's southwest. The latest movement is centred on Taiz and the western coast, where the group has reportedly captured the Red Sea shoreline, including the port city of Mocha. Families have been fleeing with few belongings, and camps in Taiz are now overflowing.The supporting report says the escalation has been especially severe in Maqbanah district, on the border of Yemen's western coast, where one... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 14:03 LONDON
US war with Iran costs more than $38 billion as munitions shortfalls deepen, CBO says
The US war with Iran has cost more than $38 billion by the beginning of August, according to a new estimate from the Congressional Budget Office. The figure covers spending by the Department of Defense from 28 February to 1 August, a little more than five months into the conflict. The CBO said the estimate was based on government databases and public reporting because the Pentagon did not provide information for the assessment.The report said the largest single cost was $21.7 billion for replacing munitions. It also warned that the US has probably used between half and two-thirds of its... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 16 Sep 2026 10:32 LONDON
Europe opens lower as oil and yields bite, autos and crypto lead the retreat
Executive summary: European equities started the session in the red, with the DAX, Euro Stoxx 50 and CAC 40 all lower, while the FTSE 100 was only marginally softer. The move comes alongside a jump in Brent crude, firmer natural gas, a stronger dollar against the euro and sterling, and a sharp slide in Ether. Autos were among the weakest areas, while gold eased and silver advanced, underscoring a mixed risk backdrop at the open. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 16 Sep 2026 08:15 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific Sell Off as Oil Jumps, Yen Weakens and Crypto Slides
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific markets ended broadly lower in Tokyo trading, with the Nikkei 225, Kospi, Hang Seng and ASX 200 all under pressure as higher crude prices, a firmer dollar and weaker risk appetite rippled through equities. WTI crude surged, USD/JPY moved higher, and Ether fell sharply, reinforcing a defensive tone across regional assets. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 16 Sep 2026 07:45 LONDON
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Tokyo Opens Under Pressure as Asia-Pacific Sells Off, Nikkei Drops Nearly 3% and WTI Surges Above $105
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific markets opened weaker in Tokyo, with Japan, South Korea, Australia and Hong Kong all under pressure as higher oil prices, a firmer dollar and renewed rate anxiety weighed on risk assets. The Nikkei 225 fell -2.7%, the Kospi slumped -6.0%, and the ASX 200 lost -2.7%. WTI crude climbed +2.7% to $105.28, while USD/JPY rose +1.1% to 155.232, reinforcing the inflation and policy backdrop that is pressuring regional equities. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 16 Sep 2026 01:15 LONDON
Trump administration to comply with Supreme Court ruling blocking mail-ballot restrictions
US Attorney General Todd Blanche said the Trump administration will comply with the Supreme Court's decision blocking new US Postal Service restrictions on mail-in ballots, while defending President Donald Trump's criticism of the justices. Blanche told reporters on Tuesday that the administration would follow the ruling, a day after the court left existing voting procedures in place ahead of the November 3 midterm elections. The decision keeps the current mail-ballot system in place for now and prevents the proposed changes from taking effect before the vote.The court rejected the administration's plan to require states to provide voter-specific data and use... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 22:04 LONDON
Wall Street closes lower as megacap split widens, Meta surges while Nvidia and small caps slide
Executive summary: U.S. equities finished broadly lower in a session defined by a sharp divergence inside big tech. Meta jumped +9.3% and Apple rose +4.8%, but Nvidia fell -6.0% and the SOXX chip ETF dropped -5.6%. The S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, Dow and Russell 2000 all closed in the red, while WTI crude and natural gas advanced and the dollar strengthened against the yen. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 15 Sep 2026 21:15 LONDON
US 10-year Treasury yield hits 19-year high as oil prices surge further
The 10-year US Treasury yield climbed as high as 5.04%, its highest level since 2007, as a jump in oil prices intensified concerns about inflation and borrowing costs. The move came after the benchmark yield had already risen sharply earlier in the day, before easing back slightly. Market participants said the latest rise reflected a broader sell-off in government bonds as investors reassessed the outlook for interest rates.Oil prices were a key driver of the latest move, with the wholesale benchmark rising to more than $109 a barrel, up from about $86 at the end of August. The increase followed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 21:01 LONDON
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UN warns Gaza rubble clearing may destroy evidence and remains
The United Nations human rights chief has warned that rubble clearing in Gaza may be destroying evidence of war crimes and concealing human remains. Volker Turk said areas of the enclave continue to be levelled by bulldozers and heavy machinery, with what he described as no respect for the dead under the rubble. His comments were issued on Tuesday as more remains were uncovered from destroyed sites.Turk said the remains being recovered appeared to include entire families, with many of the victims believed to be women and children. He said the discovery of extensive remains in Gaza City had revived... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 20:59 LONDON
Bangsamoro election ends in hung parliament as coalition talks loom
Unofficial results from the first parliamentary election in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao show that no party won a majority, leaving the region set for coalition negotiations. With more than 99% of votes counted, the two rival parties linked to the Moro Islamic Liberation Front each won more than 30% of the vote, according to the partial count cited in the supplied material. Neither side reached the 41 seats needed to control the 80-member parliament.The result marks a significant moment for the Muslim-majority region in the southern Philippines, where the vote was intended to complete a long political... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 18:00 LONDON
Europe closes lower as DAX leads selloff, gold softens and energy prices stay firm
Executive summary: European equities ended broadly lower, with Germany’s DAX posting the steepest decline among the major benchmarks in the supplied data. The move came alongside a firmer dollar, weaker euro and sterling, softer gold and platinum, and a rise in natural gas and Brent crude. The session points to a market still sensitive to inflation, rates and energy-price pressure, while autos and cyclicals underperformed. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 15 Sep 2026 16:45 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Lower as Chips, Small Caps and Gold Slide While Oil and Gas Firm
Executive summary: US equities opened under pressure, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow all lower in early trading. The sharpest move came in AI and chip stocks, while small caps, defence, autos and banks also weakened. Energy was one of the few bright spots, alongside natural gas and WTI crude, as the dollar strengthened against the yen and Bitcoin slipped. The mix points to a risk-off start, with investors rotating away from growth and rate-sensitive areas and toward energy-linked exposure. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 15 Sep 2026 14:45 LONDON
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Europe opens lower as DAX leads the retreat, dollar firms and energy stays mixed
Executive summary: European markets opened under pressure, with the DAX, FTSE 100, Euro Stoxx 50 and CAC 40 all lower in early trade. The move came alongside a firmer dollar, weaker euro and pound, softer gold and silver, and a modest rise in natural gas. Autos and broader cyclical sentiment were among the weakest pockets, while palladium was a rare gainer in the commodity complex. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 15 Sep 2026 08:15 LONDON
Russia resumes resupplying military bases in Syria under new deal
A Russian convoy has delivered supplies to the port of Tartous in Syria for the first time since a new Moscow-Damascus agreement was signed in August. The shipment marks a renewed flow of logistics to Russian facilities in western Syria, including Tartous port and the Hmeimim air base. The development comes as both governments continue talks over the future of the bases.According to the Syrian foreign ministry, the agreement would turn Tartous and Hmeimim into joint training and capacity-building centres, while Syria takes over civilian operations. The convoy reportedly reached Tartous on September 7 and consisted of four vessels. Satellite... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 08:04 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific close sharply lower as AI, oil and FX pressures hit risk appetite
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific equities ended broadly weaker, with South Korea’s Kospi leading losses and Japan’s Nikkei 225, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng and Australia’s ASX 200 all finishing lower. The selloff came alongside a stronger dollar against the yen, firmer crude and natural gas, and softer gold, silver and platinum, while palladium was one of the few metals to rise. The move points to a market still sensitive to inflation, rate expectations and the durability of the AI-led equity trade. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 15 Sep 2026 07:45 LONDON
Internet shutdown in Pakistan-administered Kashmir passes 100 days amid unrest
Internet access has been severely restricted in Pakistan-administered Kashmir for more than 100 days, with mobile data and broadband services still suspended after protests over electoral reform began in June. The blackout has continued despite staggered elections and the formation of a new government, according to the supplied reporting. Residents have faced ongoing disruption to daily life as the communications restrictions remain in place.The shutdown began on June 5, when authorities imposed restrictions as unrest grew ahead of local elections originally scheduled for July 27. NetBlocks, an independent observer that monitors internet shutdowns, said the partial blackout has continued since... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 07:37 LONDON
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Venezuela to join G20 energy meetings in Houston amid oil-price shock
A Venezuelan delegation is due to take part in G20 energy talks in Houston this week, as global oil and gas markets remain under pressure from war-related disruption in the Middle East. The meetings are being held in Texas, a major centre of the US energy industry, and are scheduled to continue through Wednesday. US officials said the gathering will include representatives of G20 countries as well as Venezuela.Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said the talks reflect a shift in the global energy balance and the growing importance of supply outside the Middle East. He said the aim was to move... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 15 Sep 2026 04:00 LONDON
Tokyo and Asia-Pacific Open Lower as Oil Surges Above $102 and Rate Anxiety Hits Risk Assets
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific markets opened under pressure, with Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong and Australia all lower as WTI crude jumped above $102 and the yen weakened against the dollar. The move points to a market dominated by inflation concerns, higher-rate expectations and a broad risk-off tone, while gold, silver and platinum also fell sharply. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 15 Sep 2026 01:15 LONDON
Wall Street closes lower as yields, oil and AI rotation shake leadership, Nvidia sinks while Meta surges
Executive summary: US stocks ended lower in a broad risk-off session, with the S&P 500 down -1.3%, the Nasdaq Composite off -1.2% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average falling -1.9%. The move came alongside a sharp drop in Nvidia, a strong rally in Meta, firmer crude oil, and weaker gold and silver, pointing to a market that is still sensitive to rate expectations, sector rotation and commodity swings. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 14 Sep 2026 21:15 LONDON
Europe closes lower as oil spikes, metals slide and the dollar firms
Executive summary: European equities ended sharply lower, with the DAX, CAC 40 and Euro Stoxx 50 all down more than 2%, as a surge in Brent crude, a firmer dollar and broad weakness in precious metals weighed on risk appetite. The FTSE 100 also finished in the red, while ether extended gains and natural gas rose. The move points to a market that is repricing inflation pressure and sector sensitivity to energy costs. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 14 Sep 2026 16:45 LONDON
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US-China AI tensions intensify after calls to slow frontier models
A new dispute over artificial intelligence has sharpened tensions between the United States and China after Anthropic chief executive Dario Amodei called for the development of the most powerful AI systems to be slowed. He also urged Washington to keep restrictions on advanced chips and chipmaking equipment going to China. Beijing responded by accusing the United States of using AI safety as a pretext to preserve technological dominance.Amodei made the case in an essay published over the weekend, warning that AI capabilities are advancing rapidly and that governments and researchers need more time to manage the risks. He said that... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 16:07 LONDON
Wall Street Opens Lower as Oil Surges, Tech and Small Caps Slip, and Energy Takes the Lead
Executive summary: US stocks opened under pressure, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, Dow Jones and Russell 2000 all lower in early trading. The sharpest move in the data is a jump in WTI crude above $103 a barrel, while energy shares outperformed and tech, chips, defence, gold and several industrial metals weakened. Bitcoin and ether were firmer, adding a risk-asset split to an already uneven open. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 14 Sep 2026 14:45 LONDON
Europe opens lower as Brent jumps, metals slide and rate-sensitive assets wobble
Executive summary: European markets opened under pressure, with the DAX, CAC 40, FTSE 100 and Euro Stoxx 50 all lower in early trade. The sharpest cross-asset move was in Brent crude, which surged more than 6%, while gold, silver, platinum and palladium all fell. The euro and pound also weakened against the dollar, adding to the risk-off tone. Ether and natural gas moved higher, and global autos outperformed on a relative basis. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 14 Sep 2026 08:15 LONDON
Asia-Pacific markets slide as oil spikes above $102, yen weakens and risk assets retreat
Executive summary: Asia-Pacific trading ended with broad losses after a sharp jump in WTI crude to above $102 a barrel revived inflation concerns and pressured equities across Japan, Hong Kong, South Korea and Australia. The Nikkei 225, Hang Seng, Kospi and ASX 200 all fell, while the yen weakened modestly against the dollar. Gold and silver also declined, underscoring a session where higher energy costs and tighter policy worries outweighed support from a firmer Ether and natural gas. [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews Markets Intelligence | 14 Sep 2026 07:45 LONDON
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Swedish election remains too close to call as opposition edges ahead in partial count
Sweden's national election remained unresolved on Monday as a partial count gave the opposition centre-left bloc a narrow lead over Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson's governing right-wing alliance. The election authority said votes from 6,195 of the country's 6,312 districts pointed to 176 seats for the bloc led by Social Democrats leader Magdalena Andersson, against 173 for the governing bloc in the 349-seat Riksdag. Final confirmation was still pending as overseas ballots and remaining districts were counted.The result leaves the country without a clear winner for now, despite the opposition's three-seat advantage in the latest tally. Officials said the final outcome... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Sep 2026 02:29 LONDON
Bahrain refuses Iran's proposed Hormuz shipping meeting in Oman
Bahrain has said it will not take part in a proposed meeting in Oman on Monday that Iran says will focus on safe passage for shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The Bahraini Foreign Ministry said on Saturday that it would not join the gathering in Muscat, despite Iran describing the talks as a consultation on the future of the waterway. The decision adds a new diplomatic wrinkle to efforts to discuss security around one of the world's most sensitive shipping routes.In its statement, Bahrain said regional security and stability could not be preserved through what it called a policy... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Sep 2026 21:02 LONDON
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US narrows military protection windows for tankers in the Strait of Hormuz
The United States has begun telling oil tankers crossing the Strait of Hormuz to travel at specific times if they want to receive military protection, according to reports cited on Saturday. The change comes after Iran stepped up attacks on vessels moving through the area at night. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most important routes for oil and gas shipments, making any shift in security arrangements closely watched by shipping and energy markets.The reported instruction was sent to tanker operators through emails from the US naval coordination centre to maritime advisers, according to the report. Since... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Sep 2026 07:30 LONDON
Australian fuel prices set to rise as oil spikes and markets sell off
Australian motorists are expected to face higher fuel prices in the coming weeks after a sharp rise in global oil markets. Prices are on track to climb by 20 to 30 cents as Brent crude moved to its highest level since mid-May, briefly pushing towards US$110 a barrel before settling above US$108 in late Friday trade. The move comes as investors sell stocks and bonds amid growing concern about the Middle East conflict and wider market stress.The latest increase in oil prices has fed through quickly to expectations for retail fuel costs in Australia. The market reaction has also been... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Sep 2026 07:29 LONDON
Algeria cuts diplomatic ties with UAE and closes airspace to Emirati aircraft
Algeria has expanded its rupture with the United Arab Emirates by closing its airspace to Emirati civilian and military aircraft, adding a transport restriction to the diplomatic break announced on Thursday. The Algerian defence ministry said the ban would take effect on Friday, while commercial flights to and from Algiers airport will be allowed to continue until the end of 2026. The move follows Algeria's decision to sever diplomatic relations and order the UAE ambassador to leave within 48 hours.The foreign ministry said the decision came after what it described as repeated warnings and the exhaustion of all avenues to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Sep 2026 04:34 LONDON
Greens co-founder backs senators over split on koala park carbon credits
A prominent founding figure of the Australian Greens has backed three senators who broke ranks over a native forest carbon credit plan linked to the Great Koala National Park in New South Wales. The intervention comes after the party split over whether to support the federal method used to register the project. The dispute has also drawn a sharp response from Labor, which rejected claims that the plan amounts to commodifying the environment.The issue centres on the Improved Native Forest Management method, or INFM, a federal scheme that allows state governments to earn carbon credit units by stopping planned logging... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Sep 2026 21:34 LONDON
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Netanyahu moves to sue Haaretz over UAE warning report before 7 October attacks
Benjamin Netanyahu has told lawyers to begin defamation proceedings against an Israeli newspaper over its report that the United Arab Emirates warned him Hamas was planning an operation before the 7 October 2023 attacks. His office said the story was part of a "sinister plot" and denied that any warning was given by the UAE before the assault. The newspaper has rejected the claim and said it stands by its reporting.The report was based on book extracts and said UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan spoke with Netanyahu in late September 2023, days before the Hamas-led attack. It... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 10 Sep 2026 17:34 LONDON
THE GROWTH ILLUSION: HOW GDP TRICKERY MASKED THE DEATH OF THE MIDDLE CLASS
We are fed a daily diet of triumphant economic headlines. The S&P 500 hits record highs, corporate earnings smash forecasts, and central bankers beam at GDP charts pointing up and to the right. Politicians line up to remind us how much "wealthier" we are compared to our parents or grandparents. On paper, they are right. The average worker makes vastly more dollars today than at any point in human history. But step outside the spreadsheet and into the street, and the math fails the reality test. If we are so undeniably prosperous, why does buying a modest home feel like... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 01 Sep 2026 13:58 LONDON
GAS, GOD, AND GUNS: The Secret Agenda Behind the Washington Talks and the Death of the Maritime Border
The mahogany tables of the U.S. State Department are hosting a ghost today. As official delegations from Israel and Lebanon convene for a third round of high-stakes negotiations this Friday, May 8, 2026, the air in Washington is thick with the scent of a "peace" that looks increasingly like a strategic ambush. While the world watches the diplomatic theatre, the reality on the ground in Southern Lebanon tells a story of a predatory recalibration. Prime Minister Netanyahu isn’t just looking for a ceasefire; he is aiming to hit three birds with one single, devastating stone: the annexation of land, the... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 08 May 2026 12:29 LONDON
When Deterrence Becomes Reality
Yesterday the war crossed a line! For years the Sejjil ballistic missile existed mostly as a symbol. A weapon paraded in military videos, discussed in defense briefings, whispered about in strategic circles as one of Iran’s most serious capabilities. A weapon that analysts described as deterrence, not something meant to be used. But on March 15, 2026, that line disappeared. Iran reportedly launched the Sejjil (also known as Ashoura) as part of what Tehran called the 54th wave of Operation True Promise 4, a massive strike package that also included the Fattah hypersonic missile and the Qadr ballistic missile system.... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 16 Mar 2026 18:34 LONDON
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There Is Good in Every Bad
Power, Greed, Oil, and the Theater of Modern Geopolitics The Business Model of Power Donald Trump does not govern like a traditional politician. He governs like a negotiator who believes every geopolitical crisis is leverage, every war threat is a bargaining chip, and every market panic is an opportunity. When markets tremble, someone profits. The question is, who? Global markets react instantly to political tension. Gold rises when conflict looms. Oil spikes when instability threatens production. Stock markets collapse on fear, then rebound on reassurance. Volatility is not chaos, it is opportunity. Historically, gold has surged during major geopolitical crises,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews-Opinion | 18 Feb 2026 17:11 LONDON
