Global equities, including the DAX 40, CAC 40, and Japan 225, retreated amid tech valuation fears and escalating Middle East conflicts. Brent Crude surged past $111 per barrel following Houthi attacks and US evacuations in Saudi Arabia. The ECB is expected to hold rates as French bond yields hit multi-year highs, pressuring the Euro and Euro Stoxx 50. Meanwhile, the JPY rallied against the DXY ahead of upcoming central bank meetings. In crypto, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana slid amid broader risk aversion.
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Friday, October 23, 2026
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Over the past six hours, global markets faced headwinds as tech stocks, including the Nasdaq 100, slipped on capital expenditure concerns. Rising oil prices, driven by Middle East supply risks, boosted Brent Crude but pressured broader equities like the S&P 500. In monetary policy, the Philippines delivered a surprise 50bps hike, while Turkey cut rates by 100bps. The US Dollar (DXY) remained stable ahead of upcoming central bank meetings. Meanwhile, the crypto market saw a broad sell-off, with Bitcoin and Ethereum dropping over 4% amid risk-off sentiment and rising Treasury yields.
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