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US 30-year mortgage rates jump to a nine-month high
Trading Economics reports that 30-year mortgage rates in the United States have climbed to a nine-month high, reinforcing affordability pressures in the housing market. The move adds to broader concerns about higher-for-longer borrowing costs and their impact on home sales and refinancing activity.
US 10-year Treasury yield rises on renewed US-Iran tensions
Trading Economics says the US 10-year yield climbed as investors reacted to renewed tensions between the United States and Iran. Higher Treasury yields can tighten financial conditions across markets, affecting equities, corporate borrowing, and mortgage pricing.
European gas prices increase
Trading Economics lists European gas prices as rising, a move that can feed directly into industrial costs and household energy bills. The increase is especially relevant for manufacturers and utilities, which remain sensitive to volatility in regional energy supply.
Indonesia rupiah hits a new low amid thin trading
Trading Economics reports the Indonesian rupiah fell to a new low during thin trading conditions. Currency weakness can raise import costs and complicate central bank policy decisions if pressure persists.
Aussie dollar falls to a six-week low
Trading Economics says the Australian dollar slipped to a six-week low. A weaker currency can support exporters but also signals caution in global risk sentiment and can raise the cost of imports.
South Korean won weakens on risk-off flows
Trading Economics reports that the South Korean won weakened as investors moved into safer assets. Risk-off flows often hit export-sensitive Asian currencies, especially when geopolitical or macroeconomic uncertainty rises.
Thailand industrial output shrinks for the first time in five months
Trading Economics says Thailand’s industrial production contracted for the first time in five months. The downturn suggests softer factory momentum and raises questions about regional manufacturing demand.
China to accept coffee bean shipments from 53 African countries
Trading Economics reports that China will accept coffee bean shipments from 53 African countries. The policy could expand trade opportunities for African exporters and diversify China’s agricultural import channels.
US goods trade balance remains deeply negative
Trading Economics shows the US goods trade balance at about
087.45 billion, close to expectations. A large deficit can reflect strong import demand, but it also remains a key macro indicator watched for growth and currency implications.
Salesforce earnings above expectations
Trading Economics notes that Salesforce reported earnings above expectations at $3.88 per share. The result is important for the software sector because it indicates resilient enterprise spending and offers a read-through for large-cap tech earnings sentiment.