Malaysia GDP Growth Slowest in a Year
Malaysia GDP Growth Slowest in a Year
Malaysia’s economy expanded 5.3% year-on-year in the third quarter of 2026, easing from 6% in the previous period and marking the slowest growth in a year, preliminary estimates showed. Mining and quarrying contracted by 4.9%, compared with 9.2% growth in Q2, reflecting lower crude oil and condensate production. Growth also moderated in services (5.4% vs […]
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Market Analysis, Metals, Technical Analysis
Copper Rebounds Towards $6.60 as Weaker Dollar and Chile Mine Disruptions Tighten Supply
Today Markets Analysis Copper futures climbed towards $6.60 per pound on Friday, ending a three-session losing streak as a weaker US dollar and disruptions at major Chilean mines supported prices. The market is balancing near-term uncertainty over artificial intelligence investment against longer-term demand from data centres, semiconductor manufacturing and battery energy storage. The outlook remains […]
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Commodities, Technical Analysis
Palm Oil Surges Above MYR 4,750 as Indonesian Supply Risks Support Prices
Today Markets Analysis Malaysian palm oil futures have surged more than 3% to above MYR 4,750 per tonne, reaching a three-week high as tighter future supply expectations and stronger export demand lift the market. Firmer edible oil prices in China and Chicago have added momentum, while robust buying from India is providing further support. The […]
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Energies, Market Analysis, Technical Analysis
European Gas Prices Near Multi-Year High as Low Storage Raises Winter Supply Risks
Today Markets Analysis European natural gas prices eased to €85.50 per megawatt-hour, but remain close to a multi-year high as the market confronts a difficult supply outlook ahead of the heating season. EU gas storage is only 74.1% full, leaving Europe more exposed to colder weather, shipping disruption and competition for liquefied natural gas (LNG). […]
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IDR, Market Analysis, Technical Analysis
Indonesian Rupiah Weakens Beyond 18,050 as MSCI Downgrade Risk Threatens Capital Outflows
Currency Hedger Analysis The Indonesian rupiah weakened beyond IDR 18,050 per US dollar on Friday, reaching its weakest level since early August as concerns over a potential downgrade of Indonesia’s equity-market classification increased pressure on investor confidence. MSCI has raised concerns about dysfunction in Indonesia’s stock market and outlined the possibility of reclassifying the country […]
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Japan 10-Year Yield Rises as BOJ Outlook Mulled
Japan’s 10-year government bond yield climbed to around 2.95% on Friday, recovering some ground after the previous session’s decline as investors assessed hawkish signals from a Bank of Japan official. BOJ board member Junko Koeda cautioned this week against excessive hesitation in raising interest rates, reinforcing expectations that the central bank could continue tightening monetary […]
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Market Analysis, Metals, Technical Analysis
Gold Holds Near $4,150 as Geopolitical Risks and Equity Sell-Off Support Safe-Haven Demand
Today Markets Analysis Gold held around $4,150 per ounce on Friday after rebounding in the previous session, as falling equity markets and heightened geopolitical risks encouraged investors to seek protection in precious metals and government bonds. The decline in bond yields has eased pressure on gold, which does not pay interest. However, the outlook remains […]
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South Korea Jobless Rate Hits 2-Year Low
South Korea’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate fell to 2.6% in September 2026 from 2.7% in August, reaching its lowest level since September 2024. The economy added 113,000 jobs, marking three consecutive months of gains over 100,000 and bringing total employment to 29.27 million. Human health and social work activities led job creation, adding 207,000 workers, […]
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Energies, Market Analysis, Technical Analysis
Oil Surges Above $97 as Strait of Hormuz Risks Drive Supply Fears
Today Markets Analysis Crude oil traded above $97 per barrel on Friday and was on track for a weekly gain exceeding 6%, as escalating Middle East tensions increased concerns over the security of global oil supplies. Disruption risks around the Strait of Hormuz, rising tanker rates and a sharp drawdown in US crude inventories are […]
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Energies, Market Analysis, Technical Analysis
Heating Oil Prices Extend Losses Below $4.80 as Supply Outlook Improves
Today Markets Analysis US heating oil futures have fallen below $4.80 per gallon, extending losses for a third consecutive session as expectations of increased fuel availability weigh on prices. Accelerated releases of emergency oil stocks and the resumption of Russian diesel exports are easing some supply concerns. However, the decline is taking place against a […]
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