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Trump bought as much as $5 million in Axon stock before ICE sought $220 million Taser deal
Trump bought Axon stock before ICE sought $220M Taser deal, raising conflict of interest concerns.
China factory activity grows faster than expected in June on tech export demand
China's factory activity grew faster than expected in June, driven by AI tech export demand.
Japanese yen sinks to 40-year low, keeping intervention risks in focus
Yen falls to 40-year low vs USD, raising intervention risk; impacts global trade and risk sentiment.
Inflation likely to stay ‘significantly above target,’ top European central banker warns
Bundesbank president warns inflation will stay significantly above target, signaling persistent hawkish ECB stance.
SNB Intervened to Halt Rush for Franc at Iran War Outbreak
SNB intervenes to halt franc surge amid US-Israel attack on Iran, signaling geopolitical escalation.
Philippines Sets Record Pay Hike for Manila Workers on Inflation
Philippines mandates record 12% wage hike for Manila workers to combat inflation.
China Seen Lifting Some Fuel Export Curbs on Ample Supplies
China lifts fuel export curbs due to ample supplies, easing global supply concerns.
Meiji Yasuda Doubles 2026 Super-Long Government Bond Buying Plan
Meiji Yasuda doubles super-long JGB buying plan to over ¥2 trillion, signaling demand for higher yields.
Singapore Households Face Record Power Bills as War Impact Hits
Singapore households face record power bills due to US-Iran war, highlighting inflationary pressures.
ECB Says Extent of Inflation Shock 'Remains to Be Seen'
ECB official warns full inflation impact from Iran war unclear, signaling potential further tightening.
Morgan Stanley Warns of Oil Glut and Cuts Forecasts on Hormuz
Morgan Stanley cuts oil forecasts on faster Hormuz flows, strong US supply, weak Chinese demand, raising glut risk.
Yen’s Slide Puts Market on Lookout for Japan’s Next Red Line
Yen's slide to 4-decade low raises intervention risk, impacting global markets and carry trades.