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Australia Inflation
Australia inflation hits 4.3 percent in September
Inflation in Australia rose to 4.3 percent in September, a figure that exceeded forecasts and the Reserve Bank of Australia's target.
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Fed expected to hold rates steady amid inflation concerns
The Federal Reserve is likely to keep rates unchanged Wednesday after September's 25-basis-point hike. September CPI rose 3.7 percent year over year, while mortgage rates remain above 7 percent.
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Fed bids for $7.8 billion in 5-year notes
The Federal Reserve placed a bid for $7.8 billion worth of 5-year Treasury notes.
Wealth Inequality
Fed data reveals top 10 percent hold most US stocks
Federal Reserve figures show the wealthiest decile controls 88.1 percent of household-held shares and fund interests. Overall family participation in equities dropped to 56 percent in 2025, down from 58 percent in 2022.
Economy
US new home sales beat forecasts in October
New home sales rose to 676,000 units, exceeding the 650,500 forecast, while the Richmond Fed index held at minus 2.
Consumer Confidence
US consumer confidence rises to 91.7 in October
The Conference Board reported that US consumer confidence increased to 91.7 in October, beating the forecast of 81 and the previous month's reading of 81.9.
Global Growth
Economists raise global growth forecasts to 3.0 percent for 2026
A poll of over 500 economists projects global GDP expansion of 3.0 percent in 2026 and 3.2 percent in 2027. AI investment supports activity, though oil prices above $100 per barrel raise inflation risks.
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