Bond yields slip from peaks as market awaits US jobs data
Global bond yields retreat from highs, with focus shifting to US non-farm payrolls data due Friday.
03/09/2026 05:217 min read
Macro News
Inflation, employment, growth data and central bank decisions, and how they reprice risk across markets.
China services PMI beats forecasts as domestic demand offsets weaker exports
China's private services PMI rose to 51.4 in August, beating expectations, as domestic demand drove faster new business growth and a fourth month of job gains.
03/09/2026 02:0117 min read
Japan services PMI hits five-month high, supports BOJ rate hike case
Japan's services PMI hit 52.5 in August, supporting BOJ rate hike expectations amid sustained cost pressures.
03/09/2026 00:5620 min read
Fed's Williams: Yield rise signals economic strength, not market distress
New York Fed President Williams said Treasury yield surge reflects strong economy, not market dysfunction, easing alarmist interpretations.
03/09/2026 00:1121 min read
China services PMI in focus for Asia on Thursday
This week's China PMI data is recapped, with Thursday's services PMI from RatingDog and implications for AUD.
02/09/2026 20:428 min read
Government Bond Yields Surge to Crisis-Era Heights Across Major Economies
Government bond yields in the US, Japan, and Europe hit multi-decade highs in a synchronized selloff reminiscent of the 2008 crisis.
02/09/2026 20:2615 min read
Adam Back Invests €7.6M in Capital B for Bitcoin Purchases
Adam Back invests €7.6 million in Capital B to fund further bitcoin purchases, including 376 coins.
02/09/2026 18:428 min read
Fed's Beige Book describes modest growth and moderate price increases
The Fed's Beige Book shows modest economic growth and moderate inflation since July, with mixed outlooks.
02/09/2026 18:218 min read
Washington headlines mount as administration tackles multiple issues
A flood of headlines from Washington on beef, oil, China, AI, bonds, and Japan as officials tout plans but face delivery challenges.
02/09/2026 18:1112 min read
Trump $1 Coin Goes on Sale With Hidden July 4 Coins
The US Mint began selling the 2026 Trump $1 coin. 250,000 coins with a July 4 privy mark are hidden in rolls and bags.
02/09/2026 16:4115 min read
BOC's Macklem discusses inflation risks; CAD strengthens
BOC Governor Macklem comments on inflation risks and policy outlook, influencing the CAD.
02/09/2026 15:1110 min read
BOC holds rate at 2.25%, highlights tariff and energy risks
Bank of Canada kept policy rate unchanged, citing a broadening recovery but increased upside risks to inflation from energy prices and trade uncertainty.
02/09/2026 14:1243 min read
July US factory orders rise 0.9%, beating 0.6% forecast
US factory orders rose 0.9% in July, above the 0.6% forecast. Durable goods orders matched preliminary figures.
02/09/2026 14:113 min read
Bank of Canada holds policy rate steady at 2.25%
The Bank of Canada held its overnight rate at 2.25%, noting increased inflation risks and trade uncertainty from US tariffs.
02/09/2026 13:5211 min read
Fed Chair's Jackson Hole Speech Lifts September Rate Hike Probability
Fed Chair Warsh's hawkish tone pushed September rate hike probability to 57%, while Nvidia earnings provided temporary support.
02/09/2026 12:428 min read