Asian Shares Slump on Middle East Tensions and Tech Earnings in Focus
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Asian shares hit 1-year lows on Middle East tensions and higher yields. Nikkei dips 0.6%, China shares at lowest since 2019.
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U.S. GDP data expected to show strong growth of 4.2%. Inflation high but Fed seen holding rates steady.
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Major tech earnings this week from Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon and Meta. Hopes for consumer demand supporting profits.
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Dollar capped around 150 yen on Japan intervention threat. Yen yields rising on BOJ policy tweak talk.
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Oil prices ease on absence of Middle East supply disruption. Brent down to $91, WTI $87.
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