On Thursday, October 29, 2026 (data as of close on October 28 and morning of October 29, Almaty / UTC+5), markets digest the results of the Fed meeting. The rate was held at 3.75–4.00%, but two committee members (Lisa Cook and Beth Hammack) voted
On Tuesday, October 27, 2026 (data as of 15:00 Almaty time / UTC+5), global markets paused awaiting the results of the two-day FOMC meeting (decision tomorrow at 23:00). With a 90% probability of maintaining the 3.75–4.00% rate, all intrigue shifted
On Monday, October 26, 2026 (data as of 13:30 Almaty time / UTC+5), markets entered a key week of the year. Brent oil retreated to $114.5 per barrel after correcting from multi-month highs ($116.72), easing inflationary pressure
On Friday, October 23, 2026 (data as of 15:00 Almaty time / UTC+5), markets faced a rare anomaly: Treasury yields fell, oil continued rising above $113, and gold broke below the $4,000 level. The main driver was a crack in the AI sector — Meta's massive capex amid negative free cash flow crashed Nasdaq by 2.6% and semiconductors by 6.7%, triggering capital flight to safe US government debt.
Thursday, October 22, 2026 (data as of 13:30 Almaty time / UTC+5), brought a sharp shift in sentiment. After a confident rise on Wall Street following the report of an incident involving seven tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, Brent crude oil surged above $111.
On Wednesday, October 21, 2026 (data as of 14:00 Almaty time / UTC+5), the market showed strong sector rotation: Dow Jones gained over 500 points on strong traditional economy reports, while Nasdaq stalled under pressure
On Tuesday, October 20, 2026 (data as of 15:00 Almaty time / UTC+5), Wall Street's tech rebound was overshadowed by a new crash in Asia: South Korea's KOSPI plunged 4.3%. The key macro factor remains Brent oil soaring to $110 due to
On Monday, October 19, 2026 (data as of 12:50 Almaty time / UTC+5), the week began with a rebound attempt in the tech sector ahead of the busiest earnings week of the quarter (Tesla, Meta, IBM). Brent oil dropped to $108.
On Friday, October 16, 2026 (data as of 14:20 Almaty time / UTC+5), global markets rebounded after yesterday's crash. The main trigger for the reversal was the dovish comments from Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, who declined to support further tightening despite "hot" macro data.
On Thursday, October 15, 2026 (data as of 12:30 Almaty time / UTC+5), US inflation (CPI) for September exceeded forecasts, triggering a chain reaction across all global markets. The chance of a Fed rate hike in October surged.
On Wednesday, October 14, 2026 (data as of 14:15 Almaty time / UTC+5), Asia tried to recover from the semiconductor crash, but the rebound faltered after ASML's report following the classic 'sell the news' scenario. Markets froze awaiting the main trigger of the week — US September inflation (CPI) at 17:30. Meanwhile, Brent oil rose above $106 amid geopolitical tensions, and the US banking sector showed strong but mixed Q3 results.
On Tuesday, October 13, 2026 (data as of 14:30 Almaty time / UTC+5), Asia reshaped the balance of power in the AI sector: the announcement by Chinese CXMT on memory architecture progress triggered the strongest semiconductor sell-off in two months led by
On Monday, October 12, 2026 (data as of 13:15 Almaty time / UTC+5), the week started with restrained growth in Europe and a pullback in oil. Geopolitical tensions in the Persian Gulf briefly pushed Brent prices above $105.
On Friday, October 9, 2026 (data as of 14:40 Almaty time / UTC+5), markets made a 180-degree turnaround. After Thursday's collapse due to the hawkish Fed minutes and oil jumping over 5%, tensions eased on Friday.
On Thursday, October 8, 2026 (data as of 14:30 Almaty time / UTC+5), markets reversed amid the Fed's hawkish minutes and a more than 4% jump in oil prices. The combination of expensive energy and peak Treasury yields
On Wednesday, October 7, 2026 (data as of 14:30 Almaty time / UTC+5), markets shifted to profit taking after another historic record for the S&P 500 and Nasdaq indices the day before. Oil rises again due to renewed tanker attacks.
On Tuesday, October 6, 2026 (data as of 12:00 Almaty time / UTC+5), the stock and bond markets diverged, creating the main story of the week. Nasdaq hit a historic high while Treasury yields remained near 2002 peaks.
On Monday, October 5, 2026 (data as of 14:00 Almaty time / UTC+5), markets open the week reacting to a disappointing US employment report (only 29K new jobs vs. 90K forecast). This reduced the likelihood of an October rate hike by the Fed and supported stock indices led by Japan's Nikkei (+2.4%).
On Friday, October 2, 2026 (data as of 11:50 Almaty time / UTC+5), the markets are unequivocally driven by the US debt segment. Yields on 10-year UST tested 5.34%, and 30-year UST reached 5.67% (the highest since 2002). This pushed the dollar index
On Thursday, October 1, 2026 (data as of 12:30 Almaty time / UTC+5), global markets show an unusual split. Despite US core inflation (core PCE) slowing to 0.2% monthly, Treasury yields
On Wednesday, September 30, 2026 (data as of 12:00 Almaty time / UTC+5), markets shift focus from geopolitics to macro statistics. Oil prices sharply declined due to the restoration of Middle Eastern exports and US plans to utilize the strategic reserve.
On Tuesday, September 29, 2026 (data as of 12:00 Almaty time / UTC+5), global markets remain under dual pressure: geopolitical tensions keep Brent crude above $106, while tight central bank policies push bond yields to multi-year highs.
On Monday, September 28, 2026 (data as of 08:30 GMT), markets are experiencing a sharp geopolitical shift: Donald Trump rejected Iran's proposal on the Strait of Hormuz, and efforts to return negotiations to a constructive path have so far failed. Oil
On Friday, September 25, 2026 (data as of 07:20 GMT), markets are experiencing historic pressure in the debt market: the yield on 10-year US Treasuries rose to 5.20% (the highest since 2007), and 30-year yields reached 5.50% (peak since 2004). Mortgag
On Thursday, September 24, 2026 (data as of 06:45 GMT), markets faced a powerful sell-off due to a surge in inflation fears. Unexpectedly strong US PMI indices indicated accelerating prices, causing 10-year US Treasury yields to break through 5.11% — the highest since 2007.
On Wednesday, September 23, 2026 (data as of 07:00 GMT), global markets are reacting to geopolitical easing: Donald Trump announced successful talks with Iran at the UN General Assembly. Brent crude settled below $100 per barrel, supporting the market backdrop.
On Tuesday, September 22, 2026 (data as of 09:30 GMT), the global market was led by a powerful rally impulse: renewed demand for AI infrastructure lifted Nasdaq by 2.3% to another all-time high. Meanwhile, oil prices declined for the fourth consecutive session amid diplomatic expectations around Iran.
Today, Monday, September 21, 2026 (data as of 14:30 Almaty / 09:30 GMT), global markets show positive dynamics: stocks rise in Europe and Asia, while US index futures trade higher. The main factor is the decline in oil prices for the fourth consecutive session.
Today, Friday, September 18, 2026, marks the conclusion of the key events of the "week of three central banks." After the Fed's hawkish rate hike on Wednesday (to 3.75–4.00%) and the Bank of England's pause with a 6–3 vote split, the Bank of Japan took decisive action
Today, September 17, 2026, global markets are digesting the results of the US Federal Reserve meeting. The strengthening of the US dollar and rising Treasury yields have pressured stock indices and commodity assets. Investors focus on the Bank of England's rate decision, final Eurozone inflation, and a major block of US macro data.
Today, September 16, 2026, marks the week's climax: at 18:00 UTC the US Federal Reserve will announce its interest rate decision, followed by Kevin Warsh's press conference at 18:30 UTC. The market is pricing in a rate hike with over 90% probability.
Today, September 15, 2026, the US Federal Reserve opens a two-day meeting, while the bond market has already delivered its verdict: the 10-year Treasury yield rose to 5.02% this morning — the highest since 2007. Futures indicate about a 92–93% probability
Today, September 14, 2026, marks the start of the "week of four central banks," which global markets greet with a powerful oil shock. Over the weekend, Saudi Arabia halted a key pipeline, sending Brent prices soaring.
Today, September 11, 2026, global markets are holding their breath ahead of the week's main macroeconomic event — the release of August's US consumer inflation (CPI). This is the last key report before the Fed's September meeting, where investors increasingly price in a rate hike.
Today, September 10, 2026, global markets remain under pressure. Brent holds above $101 per barrel, US bond yields approach 2023 highs, and stock exchanges await the European Central Bank decision and US producer price index release.
On September 8, 2026, global markets trade cautiously. Geopolitical tensions are once again driving oil prices higher, raising concerns about a new wave of inflation and further interest rate hikes. Brent nears
Global markets start the new week with mixed sentiment. Strong US employment data supported confidence in the economy's resilience but simultaneously revived expectations of a Fed rate hike. The main source of risk remains the Middle East.
Today, September 4, 2026, global markets approach the week's main event — the US employment report (NFP). On the eve, comments from Fed's Christopher Waller sharply lowered expectations for a September rate hike, triggering a rally on Wall Street, supporting bonds and gold, and weakening the dollar.
Today, September 3, 2026, global markets are attempting to recover after a recent sell-off in stocks and bonds. Weaker US employment data eased fears of aggressive Fed rate hikes, leading to lower yields...
On September 2, 2026, global markets shift into active risk-off mode. A new series of US strikes on Iran and Tehran's retaliatory attacks pushed oil to a five-week high, intensified the global bond sell-off, and sent
Today, September 1, 2026, global markets start the new month in a tense mode. The resumption of direct attacks between the US and Iran has brought back the geopolitical premium to energy prices: Brent rose above $91 per barrel, and the movement
Today, August 31, 2026, global markets start the new week under dual pressure. The resumption of missile strikes between the US and Iran pushed Brent above $90 per barrel, while the "hawkish" rhetoric of Fed Chair Kevin Warsh raised the odds
Today, August 28, 2026, global stock markets are ending the week mostly higher. Strong Nvidia earnings returned capital to the tech sector, while a 5% weekly drop in oil prices eased inflation concerns. However
Today, August 27, 2026, global market sentiment remains moderately positive. A strong Nvidia report renewed interest in tech stocks and supported Asian chipmakers, but higher US inflation (PCE 3.7%) keeps investors cautious.
Today, August 26, 2026, global markets show moderately positive dynamics. Investors are pricing in hopes for the resumption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, causing oil to decline for the third consecutive day, inflation concerns to ease,
Today, August 25, 2026, global markets show cautious recovery. US sanctions on Iran were milder than expected and do not yet pose an immediate threat to global oil supplies. European stocks rise,
As of daytime trading on August 21, global markets are trying to stabilize after a sell-off on Wall Street. The main factors remain rising government bond yields, expensive oil, tensions around Iran, and a weakening dollar.
Global financial markets on August 20, 2026, are partially recovering after several days of decline. Stocks were supported by the US Treasury's decision to increase the volume of long-term government bond buybacks. Treasury yields fell,
Global markets remain cautious ahead of the US inflation data release. Additional pressure comes from rising oil prices and tensions around the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea. American indices have corrected.
Global markets are trading cautiously ahead of the release of July inflation data in the US. Additional pressure is created by rising oil prices amid tensions surrounding the Hormuz Strait. Expensive energy amplifies inflation risks.
Global markets start the week predominantly positively. Weak US labor market data has heightened expectations for a softer Fed policy, supporting stock indices and gold. Meanwhile, the oil market remains sensitive to
Global financial markets are wrapping up the week in anticipation of key macroeconomic statistics from the U.S. The main event of the day will be the publication of Nonfarm Payrolls, which will determine further investor expectations regarding policy.
Global financial markets are trading mixed. Investors continue to assess corporate earnings, U.S. macroeconomic statistics, and the prospects of the Fed's monetary policy. Additional market influence comes from news about potential progress in negotiations between the U.S. and Iran, which keeps pressure on oil prices.
Global markets maintain a positive outlook after a strong session on Wall Street. The main event of the day was the Dow Jones index reaching a historic high, supported by signs of de-escalation in the conflict between the US
Global financial markets began the week with a moderately positive trend. The main driver was the decrease in geopolitical tension in the Middle East following statements about the resumption of diplomatic negotiations between
Global financial markets are ending the week on a positive note. After the Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged, investors are once again showing interest in risk assets. Strong corporate earnings from
Global financial markets are reacting to the results of the US Federal Reserve meeting and the release of key macroeconomic statistics. The decision to maintain the rate at 3.50–3.75% was accompanied by tough rhetoric from the regulator. Meanwhile, strong quarterly results from tech giants have rekindled investors' appetite for risk, despite ongoing pressure from high yields on US government bonds.
Global financial markets are approaching the key event of the month — the decision of the U.S. Federal Reserve on interest rates. Investors are taking a wait-and-see approach while continuing to reduce investments in technology.
Global markets are entering one of the most important days of the month. Investors are massively reducing positions in the tech sector ahead of the US Federal Reserve's decision, while simultaneously taking profits after a rapid rise.
Global financial markets start the week in a calmer atmosphere following a temporary reduction in geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran. Easing concerns about oil supply disruptions have supported risk appetite.
Global financial markets wrapped up the week in a state of heightened volatility. The main pressure factors remain the deterioration of sentiment in the US tech sector, rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
Global financial markets are showing mixed dynamics. The main drivers remain the escalation of the geopolitical situation in the Middle East, rising energy prices, and expectations regarding the European Central Bank's decision.
Today, global financial markets remain influenced by geopolitical tensions, trade restrictions, and expectations of important macroeconomic data. After strong volatility at the beginning of the week, investors are assessing the likelihood of de-escalation.
Global financial markets are starting the week under high geopolitical tension. The main factor remains the escalation of the conflict between the US and Iran, which has heightened concerns about oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.
Global markets ended the week under increased volatility. The main drivers of the day were a large-scale correction in the artificial intelligence sector, the escalation of the conflict between the USA and Iran, and a revision of expectations.
Global markets are influenced by two factors: slowing inflation in the US and a new wave of tension in the Middle East. While strong corporate earnings support American stocks, the conflict in the region
Global markets are showing a moderately positive trend following the release of softer-than-expected inflation data in the US and strong quarterly reports from the largest American banks. However, geopolitical tensions
Global markets have entered a new trading session amid heightened uncertainty. Investors are simultaneously assessing the risks of further escalation of the conflict between the US and Iran, inflation growth prospects, and the start of the corporate earnings season.
Global markets began the week under pressure following a sharp escalation in the Middle East situation. Investors are reducing risky positions amid U.S. strikes on Iran, threats of oil supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz, and
Global markets finish the week on a positive note. The main driver of growth remains the technology sector, linked to the development of artificial intelligence and the semiconductor industry. Despite ongoing tensions
Global markets are gradually recovering after a recent spike in geopolitical tension in the Middle East. Investors are returning to risk assets amid signs of possible de-escalation of the conflict between the US
Global markets have entered a phase of heightened volatility amid a sharp escalation of the situation in the Middle East. Reports of mutual strikes between the US and Iran, as well as risks of energy supply disruptions through the Hormuz Strait, have become the main drivers of market movements.
Global markets showed mixed dynamics on Tuesday. Investors are assessing the state of the global economy, the prospects for interest rates from major central banks, and the situation in the technology sector. The main event of the day
Global markets begin the week with cautious optimism. Investors continue to assess the implications of the latest statements from the US Fed, inflation dynamics, falling energy prices, and the state of the global economy. The focus
Global financial markets are ending the week on a positive note, despite the absence of trading in the US due to Independence Day. The main driver of investor sentiment has been weaker-than-expected US labor market data.
Global markets on July 2, 2026, entered the second half of the year under conditions of increased volatility. After strong growth in the first half of the year, investors began to take profits, especially in the technology sector. Supplement
Global markets on July 1, 2026, begin the second half of the year after one of the strongest quarters in recent years. Investors continue to assess the prospects of the global economy, further actions of the largest central banks
Global financial markets on June 30, 2026, are closing the first half of 2026 on a positive note. The main driver of growth was the reduction of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East following statements about the resumption of negotiations.
Global financial markets on June 29, 2026, begin a new week with moderate optimism. After the volatility of recent weeks, investors are gradually returning to risk assets amid decreasing geopolitical tensions.
Global financial markets are wrapping up the week with heightened caution. After several days of recovery, investors are taking profits in the tech sector, while market participants are focused on important macroeconomic data from the US that could significantly impact future expectations for the Federal Reserve's monetary policy.
Global financial markets on June 25, 2026, continue to recover after a recent correction. The main driver of growth has been a strong rebound in the tech sector of the USA and Asia, supported by positive forecasts.
Global financial markets on June 24, 2026, are in a phase of heightened caution. Investors continue to reduce positions in the tech sector after months of rallying, reassessing the prospects of artificial intelligence.
Global financial markets on June 23, 2026, are in a phase of active capital rotation. Investors are gradually taking profits in the tech sector and companies related to artificial intelligence, reallocating
The beginning of a new week on June 22, 2026, is marked by increased caution among investors. Market attention is focused on the geopolitical situation surrounding the US and Iran, the prospects for further policies of global central banks, and the upcoming releases of key macroeconomic statistics.
Global markets on June 19, 2026, are ending the week on a positive note. Investors continue to assess the implications of decisions made by major central banks and the impact of the recent agreement between the USA and Iran on the energy sector.
Global financial markets on June 18, 2026, continue to actively react to the consequences of yesterday's decision by the Federal Reserve System of the USA and the diplomatic agreement between the USA and Iran. The main themes of the day remain the decline in oil prices, updated Fed forecasts, and expectations for further dynamics in the global economy.
Global financial markets on June 17, 2026, are in tense anticipation of one of the key events of the month — the Federal Reserve's decision on interest rates. Additionally, the decline in geopolitical tensions
Global financial markets on June 16, 2026, continue to develop a strong upward movement amid decreasing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and expectations of decisions from the world's largest central banks. In
Global financial markets on June 15, 2026, begin a new week with a strong appetite for risk. The main driver was the geopolitical easing in the Middle East following reports of preliminary agreements reached.
Global financial markets on June 12, 2026, enter the final trading session of the week on a very optimistic note. After a prolonged period of high volatility, investors' focus has shifted towards the long-awaited
Global financial markets on June 9, 2026, begin the week amid ongoing uncertainty. Investors assess the implications of the Middle Eastern conflict, oil remains above $90, and markets seek a new direction.
Global financial markets begin the week with a flight from risk and increased volatility. Key triggers include a sensationally strong US labor market (Non-Farm Payrolls), rising oil prices, and a new escalation in geopolitics.
Friday is marked by anticipation. Global investors are focused on the release of the May employment report in the U.S. — Non-Farm Payrolls, which could significantly impact expectations for the Fed's future policy.
Global financial markets continue to balance between record levels of American indices and ongoing geopolitical risks in the Middle East. Despite signs of a slowdown in the U.S. labor market, the technology
Global financial markets on June 3 continue to demonstrate resilience despite ongoing geopolitical risks. American indices remain near historical highs, and the technology sector remains
Global financial markets on June 2, 2026, show mixed dynamics and take a pause after a series of historical highs. Investors are locking in some profits while evaluating the situation in the Middle East, prospects
Global financial markets are starting June with moderate optimism. The main drivers remain the ongoing artificial intelligence boom, strong corporate results from the tech sector, and signs of possible de-escalation.
Global financial markets on May 28, 2026, are demonstrating increased volatility against the backdrop of ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, rising inflation expectations, and anticipation of key macroeconomic data.
Financial markets have received the main news of the year: SpaceX has officially announced its IPO under the ticker SPCX on Nasdaq on June 12, 2026. The company expects to raise $75–80 billion with a valuation of about $1.75 trillion — almost double the record
Global financial markets enter a new trading week in a state of heightened volatility. The main driver is the sharply escalated geopolitical backdrop surrounding the USA and Iran. Investors are simultaneously receiving statements about de-escalation...
Global financial markets are starting the week in a relatively calm mode: investors continue to play out the easing of geopolitical tensions around the Middle East, while the technology sector keeps markets at historical highs.
Financial markets continue to move in a confident risk-on mode. American indices are once again storming historical highs, the AI sector maintains its status as the main growth driver, and investors are gradually returning to risk assets.
Global financial markets have sharply shifted mood and entered a phase of active risk-on. The main drivers were the powerful report from Nvidia (+85% revenue), easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, and a sharp decline in oil.
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🌍 Markets May 13: the dollar strengthens, investors await data on oil and inflation. Global financial markets remain cautious after strong inflation data from the US. The rise in consumer prices has heightened expectations for a tighter
🌍 Global markets under pressure: oil above $105, investors move to safe assets Global financial markets are showing cautious declines and increased volatility amid the breakdown of peace talks between the US and Iran. The main negative trigger was Donald Trump's statement, calling Tehran's new proposals "absolutely unacceptable." Against this backdrop, tensions around the Strait of Hormuz persist, heightening the risks of oil supply disruptions and a new wave of global inflation.
🌍 Global markets — overview for May 11, 2026 Global financial markets are starting the week with a moderately positive sentiment. Investors continue to monitor geopolitics, inflation, and macroeconomic data from the largest economies.
Overview of key events by the morning of May 1. The July contract for Brent rose by 0.6% to $111 per barrel. Apple and Reddit reported better than expected results and provided strong forecasts, while Tesla disclosed over $570 million in revenue from deals with other companies of Elon Musk.
Powell will stay at the Fed after his term ends. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell announced on Wednesday that he will remain at the Fed as a governor after his term expires next month.
Key events by the morning of April 8 Key events by the morning of April 8 Trump agreed to pause strikes on Iran for two weeks on the condition of opening the Strait of Hormuz — this immediately collapsed oil prices. At the same time, A
Key events by March 16. Drone attack halted operations at Dubai Airport. The drone attack caused a fire at a fuel tank near the airport terminal. Dubai International Airport temporarily suspended operations after
Markets as of the morning of February 23: Trump's tariffs, pressure on Bitcoin, and rising tensions. The main theme of the week is the new U.S. trade tariffs and their impact on global markets. The U.S. is imposing temporary tariffs of 15% as announced by Donald Trump.
Morning markets: Nvidia invests in OpenAI, oil at record highs, gold holds steady amid geopolitical tensions. Key events by the morning of February 20: Nvidia's major investment in OpenAI, rising oil prices due to tensions surrounding Iran.
Key market events: February 2–6 Walmart's (WMT.US) market capitalization surpassed $1 trillion for the first time in history after hitting an all-time high on February 3. Meanwhile, Bitcoin fell below $70,000, increasing pressure on crypto companies, and legendary investor Michael Burry warned of a 'death spiral' risk for the entire crypto ecosystem.
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