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Japan's exports post first drop in 8 months as US tariffs hit auto firms
May exports -1.7% yr/yr vs forecast -3.8%Imports fall 7.7% yr/yr in MayJapan scrambling to get exemptions from US auto tariffsIshiba says some disagreements persist between Japan and USBy Makiko Yamazaki and Tim Kelly TOKYO, June 18 (Reuters) - Japan's exports fell in May for the first time i...
Wed, Jun 18
Nikkei hits four-month high on weaker yen, defying geopolitical risks
SINGAPORE, June 18 (Reuters) - Japan's Nikkei share average touched a four-month high on Wednesday, boosted by a weaker yen even as investors kept a wary eye on the rapidly escalating conflict between Israel and Iran.
Wed, Jun 18
PRECIOUS-Gold subdued as investors stay on sidelines ahead of Fed decision
June 18 (Reuters) - Gold prices inched lower in choppy trade on Wednesday, as investors held back from placing large bets ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve's policy decision, while also keeping a close watch on the developments surrounding the Israel-Iran conflict.
Wed, Jun 18
[Reuters Analysis] US energy investors juggle exposure as tax bill debate rolls on: Maguire
By Gavin MaguireLITTLETON, Colorado, June 18 (Reuters) - Energy equity investors are adjusting positions across the U.S. power sector in an attempt to pick winners and cut losers ahead of the final passing of President Donald Trump's tax-and-spending bill.The "One Big, Beautiful Bill Act"...
Wed, Jun 18
Goldman Sachs leveraging revamp to boost Asia investment banking share, says regional top banker
HONG KONG, June 18 (Reuters) - Goldman Sachs GS.N will leverage a major revamp in Asia to capture a larger share of the investment banking market and capitalize on "strong tailwinds", the Wall Street bank's newly appointed regional investment banking chief told Reuters.
Wed, Jun 18
JGBs gain on Middle East tensions, cautious BOJ stance
TOKYO, June 18 (Reuters) - Japanese government bonds gained on Wednesday, tracking a rally for U.S. Treasuries overnight, as escalating tensions in the Middle East boosted demand for safe-haven assets. The 10-year JGB yield JP10YTN=JBTC was down 2 basis points (bps) at 1.455%, as of 0413 GMT...
Wed, Jun 18
[Reuters Analysis] Japan's Ishiba departs G7 with US trade deal and political future in doubt
KANANASKIS, Canada, June 18 (Reuters) - Japanese premier Shigeru Ishiba's bid to get U.S. President Donald Trump to relax tariffs imperiling his country's economy and his political future fell flat this week, underlining the gulf between the allies as more levies are set to kick in.
Wed, Jun 18
GLOBAL MARKETS-Nervy markets await Fed as Mideast conflict rages on
SINGAPORE, June 18 (Reuters) - Concerns over escalating hostilities in the Middle East stayed front and centre in markets on Wednesday, sending oil prices higher and investors rushing for the safety of U.S. Treasuries and the dollar while dumping stocks.
Wed, Jun 18
Japan PM Ishiba says disagreements remain with U.S. on tariff talks
KANANASKIS, Alberta, June 17 (Reuters) - Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said his country has not reached a comprehensive tariff agreement with the United States as some disagreements persist between the two nations.
Wed, Jun 18
US STOCKS-Indexes fall as conflict between Israel and Iran intensifies
NEW YORK, June 17 (Reuters) - U.S. stocks were lower on Tuesday, with indexes adding to losses in afternoon trading as the Israel-Iran conflict raged on for a fifth day, with the U.S. military moving fighter jets to the Middle East.
Wed, Jun 18
US dollar advances broadly as Mideast tension rises
NEW YORK, June 17 (Reuters) - The U.S. dollar advanced against major currencies on Tuesday, including the euro and the yen, as softer U.S. economic data and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East following an Israeli attack on Iran kept investors on edge ahead of the Federal Reserve's decision...
Wed, Jun 18
Meta to sell Oakley smart glasses, shares above session lows
Shares of Meta Platforms Inc META.O fall 0.5%, just above session lows, after a report the social media platform and EssilorLuxottica ESLX.PA plan to launch smart glasses under Oakley and Prada brands. CNBC reported META's plan to sell AI-powered glasses from Oakley and Prada will build on s...
Wed, Jun 18
Trump to extend TikTok sale deadline for third time, White House says
WASHINGTON, June 17 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump will extend a June 19 deadline for China-based ByteDance to divest the U.S. assets of short video app TikTok for 90 days despite a law that mandated a sale or shutdown absent significant progress, the White House said on Tuesday.
Wed, Jun 18
UK sanctions hit two residents accused of sending tech to Russia
KANANASKIS, Alberta, June 17 (Reuters) - Britain announced new sanctions on people and groups it said were linked to Russian finance, energy and military operations on Tuesday, including two UK residents it accused of sending high-end electronics to Moscow for the war in Ukraine.The two - a Ukrainia...
Tue, Jun 17
[Reuters Breakingviews] Trump Mobile sends big business a chilling message
By Jennifer Saba NEW YORK, June 16 (Reuters Breakingviews) - A scary call is coming for CEOs from inside the White House. President Donald Trump’s family holding company unveiled a new cellular service and touted a “Made in USA” smartphone. It will piggyback on AT&T T.N, Verizon Communicatio...
Tue, Jun 17
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[Reuters Analysis] Foreign central banks are shrinking U.S. asset exposure: McGeever
ORLANDO, Florida, June 17 (Reuters) - As debate rages around 'de-dollarization' and the world's appetite for dollar-denominated assets, one major cohort of overseas investors appears to be quietly backing away from U.S. securities: central banks.
Tue, Jun 17
US STOCKS-Wall Street futures dip as Mideast conflict continues
At 7:04 a.m. ET, Dow E-minis YMcv1 were down 221 points, or 0.52%, S&P 500 E-minis EScv1 were down 30.75 points, or 0.51%, and Nasdaq 100 E-minis NQcv1 were down 120 points, or 0.55%.
Tue, Jun 17
Lennar rises after Q2 revenue beats estimates
Shares of U.S. homebuilder Lennar LEN.N rise 2% to $112 in premarket.
Tue, Jun 17
Benchmark 10-year bonds lead JGBs lower on shift in BOJ support
BOJ's slower tapering aids JGB market amid weak auction demandMinistry of Finance likely to cut issuance of longer-dated bondsBOJ allows more 10-year notes in lending facility By Junko Fujita and Rocky Swift TOKYO, June 17 (Reuters) - Benchmark 10-year notes led Japanese government bonds lowe...
Tue, Jun 17
BOJ to slow pace of bond taper next year as fresh risks emerge
Board keeps short-term policy rate steady at 0.5%No change to BOJ's current bond taper plan through March 2026BOJ decides to slow balance sheet drawdown in fiscal 2026BOJ to reduce bond buying by Y200 bln per quarterGovernor Ueda to brief media 0630GMTBy Leika Kihara and Makiko Yamazaki TOKYO...
Tue, Jun 17
