Asian equities are poised to decline, mirroring Wall Street’s downturn, as investors await a crucial US inflation report that could influence the Federal Reserve’s rate cut decisions. Concerns linger about the pace of potential rate reductions amid mixed signals from the labor market and persistent inflation.
Mixed geopolitical signals making market moves hard to decode: Seth R Freeman
Global equity markets, led by the US, have recovered strongly, reaching new highs despite ongoing geopolitical tensions. However, volatile oil prices, influenced by conflicting US-Iran
April 20, 2026