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• Indian equity markets ended mixed on Thursday, with the Nifty gaining 53 points while the Sensex slipped 22 points. • Buying interest focused on mid- and small-cap stocks within the healthcare, power, defence, industrial, and capital goods sectors. • This volatility in the closing auction session creates a mixed outlook for investors tracking large-cap stocks like Reliance and L&T.

• US stocks traded mixed on Wednesday as investors awaited an interest-rate decision from the Federal Reserve. • The S&P 500 and Nasdaq rose while the Dow fell, with easing oil prices providing relief after a two-day decline. • Market volatility reflects investor concerns over inflation, high yields, and tensions in the Middle East.

It is the second year this administration has barred the Palestinian delegation from US travel ahead of the forumThe US state department said on Wednesday that it had again denied entry visas to Palestinian officials ahead next week’s United Nations general assembly gathering in New York.The state department said in a statement that the Palestinian Authority (PA) and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) had “failed to live up to their commitments”, accusing the groups of “taking actions to internationalize the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict including through the International Criminal Court (ICC) and International Court of Justice (ICJ)” and of “glorifying terrorism” among other allegations. Continue reading...

• Asian stock markets mostly rose on Tuesday as investors prepared for the Federal Reserve's upcoming decision on interest rates. • South Korea’s Kospi index climbed 1.3% to 6,711.62, while Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index increased 0.1% to 24,700.62. • Market movements reflect high investor expectations that the Federal Reserve will implement an interest rate hike.

• Wall Street opened lower today as the yield on the U.S. 10-year Treasury broke above 5%. • This yield represents the highest level reached for the 10-year Treasury note in recent trading. • Rising bond yields typically put downward pressure on stock prices as borrowing costs increase for companies and investors seek safer returns.

• European leaders are urging Ursula von der Leyen to ensure the current energy crisis is the continent's last fossil fuel emergency ahead of her State of the EU speech. • Solar power has already saved Europe €32.2 billion by reducing the need for gas imports and increasing domestic electricity production. • Continued reliance on imported fossil fuels leaves the European energy market vulnerable to price volatility and supply disruptions.

• European stock markets experienced their strongest rally in one month recently as investors anticipated a decision on interest rates from the U.S. Federal Reserve. • The surge in equity prices occurred alongside a pause in oil price gains after U.S. inventory increases offset supply concerns in the Middle East. • This market movement reflects how global investors adjust their portfolios based on expected changes to borrowing costs and geopolitical stability.

• Indian equity markets rebounded on September 16, with the Sensex gaining 333 points and the Nifty rising 99 points following a sharp sell-off on Tuesday. • Large-cap stocks led the recovery, while broader markets declined and trading activity centered on Groww, Paytm, and Pine Labs. • This volatility affects investors balancing high-value stocks against smaller companies in a shifting market environment.

Mike Johnson cancels votes on Thursday, meaning House members will avoid voting on impeaching Pete HegsethUS politics live – latest updatesThe Republican speaker of the House, Mike Johnson, announced on Wednesday that he would again cancel votes scheduled for Thursday, sending lawmakers home one day early ahead of the midterm election recess.The latest change to the legislative schedule means House members will avoid voting on Republican Thomas Massie’s resolution to impeach the defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, and comes amid a frenzied attempt to propose legislation on artificial intelligence. Continue reading...

• The Euro is trading near a one-month low against the US Dollar on Tuesday as rising US Treasury yields strengthen the greenback. • Market participants expect the US Federal Reserve to raise interest rates to a range of 3.75%-4.00% during its policy announcement on Wednesday. • This anticipated rate hike is weighing on risk assets, causing Bitcoin and the broader cryptocurrency market to correct.

• Stock futures rose while oil prices and bond yields fell ahead of the Federal Reserve's scheduled interest rate decision this Wednesday. • The Federal Reserve is expected to implement its first rate hike in three years because the bond market has signaled for weeks that higher rates are warranted. • A failure to raise rates could disappoint the stock market and conflict with current bond market signals.

• The US Supreme Court rejected Donald Trump's attempt to allow the US Postal Service to enforce a rule targeting mail-in ballots on Monday. • The conservative-majority court refused to lift an order from US District Judge Indira Talwani that blocked the restrictive measure. • This decision prevents the implementation of tighter mail-in voting rules before the November midterm elections.

Who are the Democrats running in the midterms, and where do they stand? Our political reporters will be hosting a series of conversations on the critical issues ahead of November. First up: the state of the Democrats, the party’s moderate and leftwing candidates and key races to watch. Drop your questions and join us live at 12pm (EDT) on 16 SeptemberSign up or sign in to post a questionWe’re less than two months from the midterm elections that could have an outsized impact on the future of the United States.With the primaries wrapped, our reporting team is fanned out across the country to tell the stories behind the horse race, from Washington to the Midwest and along the West Coast. Continue reading...

• The FDA is meeting this Wednesday to gather input from the public and industry stakeholders for the next Prescription Drug User Fee Act, which will set agency priorities for fiscal years 2028–2032. • Health policy firm Aviva Strategies noted in a Friday memo that the FDA's Rare Disease Innovation Hub is working to align the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research and the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research. • This alignment aims to resolve a longstanding coordination issue for developers creating treatments for rare diseases.

• European stock markets declined recently as investors reacted to an expanding conflict in the Gulf and anticipated an upcoming Federal Reserve meeting. • Market participants are monitoring price movements and data provided by market makers, though these indicative prices may differ from actual exchange rates. • This volatility creates uncertainty for traders and investors who must balance geopolitical risks against potential U.S. interest rate decisions.

• The centre-left bloc secured a three-seat parliamentary majority over its opponents in preliminary election results released by the Swedish Election Authority. • The bloc holds 176 seats compared to 173 seats for the opposing side. • This narrow margin determines which political coalition will control the Swedish parliament and lead the government.

• Indian equity markets saw a sharp recovery from Friday's lows as falling oil prices and bond yields improved investor sentiment. • The Sensex and Nifty indices closed lower due to foreign capital outflows and geopolitical risks. • This volatility creates a high-risk environment for traders as bearish trends compete with resilient domestic fundamentals.

• U.S. stock futures declined recently following calls to slow the development of artificial intelligence and escalating tensions in the Middle East. • German companies increased their investments in China by one-third while U.S. spending in the region dropped, according to the IW. • These shifts in investment and geopolitical instability create volatility for global equity markets and technology stocks.

• Wall Street is preparing for a high-stakes week featuring a Federal Reserve interest rate decision and new retail sales data. • Investors are monitoring significant insider trading activity at major companies including Nvidia, Tesla, and Uber. • The Federal Reserve's upcoming decision serves as a credibility test that will directly impact market volatility and borrowing costs.

• U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda this month to take decisive action to stabilize the yen and prevent it from softening. • A Reuters poll indicates economists expect the Bank of England to hold its key Bank Rate at 3.75% through the end of the year and into mid-next year. • These developments create uncertainty for currency traders and investors regarding the level of influence Washington may have over Japanese monetary policy.

• Three people were killed and 15 others wounded in a shooting in the Bangsamoro region of the Philippines. • The violence occurred in the Muslim enclave as the region prepares for its first parliamentary elections. • This instability threatens the security of voters and the legitimacy of the upcoming democratic process in the region.

• Gunfire erupted on Sunday night in the Bangsamoro region of the Philippines, killing three people and wounding 15 others just before the start of a historic regional election. • Cotabato police chief Jibin Bongcayao reported that the violence occurred as rival political factions fought for the right to cast their votes first. • The violence threatens the stability of the first election for a parliament in a region established through a peace process that began in the late 1990s.

• Three people were killed and 15 others wounded in a shooting in Cotabato prior to the Bangsamoro parliamentary elections. • Local official Bongcayao stated the conflict involved rival political parties that originated from the Moro Islamic Liberation Front. • The violence threatens the region's first parliamentary vote, which concludes a peace process in the southern Philippines that began in the late 1990s.

• Gunfire erupted on Monday, September 14, in a semi-autonomous Muslim region of the Philippines just hours before polls opened. • The violence resulted in three people being killed and 15 others wounded. • The attack occurred as the region prepared to choose its first elected parliament, a key step in a long-term peace process.

• Asia-Pacific stock indices declined on Tuesday as investors reacted to energy supply risks and a changing outlook for the artificial intelligence industry. • South Korea’s KOSPI experienced the steepest drop, slumping 2.57% to 6,732.00, while Hong Kong’s HSI contracted by 0.41% to 24,702.87. • These market shifts reflect investor anxiety over potential energy disruptions and upcoming policy decisions from the U.S. Federal Reserve.

• Washington officials face a critical week from September 14–18, 2026, featuring a Farm Bill vote and a Federal Reserve interest rate decision. • The legislative agenda is constrained by a shortened House calendar and uncertainty regarding Senator Mitch McConnell's status. • These combined policy shifts and monetary decisions directly impact agricultural markets and trade preparations with China.

• The PalmaFutures Newsletter released its weekly market recap and outlook for the week of September 13, 2026. • Analysis highlights a divergence where the S&P 500 remains near record highs while the high yield bond advance-decline line has pulled back from its 2026 peaks. • Investors face uncertainty regarding whether a recent rally will continue or if the 10-year Treasury yield approaching 5% will weaken market breadth.

• The Federal Reserve and the Bank of Japan are preparing to announce critical interest rate decisions this week amid rising energy costs. • BRICS leaders are meeting in India to discuss integrating central bank digital currencies, which are digital versions of a nation's currency, to simplify payments. • These monetary policy shifts and digital currency explorations create volatility for global financial markets and international trade.