Markets Today: the Asian close, 11 September 2026
The Asian trading day in one place: 5 stories across currencies, central banks, equities and deals, collected at the close.
The close
Vietnam Gold Prices Rise Modestly, Global Markets Await Fed Data: Vietnam's domestic gold prices advanced slightly on Friday, contrasting with flat global rates. Saigon Jewelry Company (SJC) bar prices climbed, yet remain down year-to-date and maintain a significant premium over international benchmarks. Global markets held steady, awaiting U.S. payrolls data for Federal Reserve interest rate clues.
Central banks & currencies
US Dollar Gains on Dong, Weakens Globally: The US dollar strengthened against Vietnam's dong on Friday, even as global currency markets saw the greenback lose ground against major peers.
Stocks & bonds
Oil surges past US$100, US bond yields hit 2007 peak as stocks fall: West Texas Intermediate crude topped US$100 a barrel on Thursday, while the S&P 500 declined for a fourth consecutive day, as US wholesale inflation accelerated in August.
Nomura Flags US Asset Risk, Challenges 'TINA' Doctrine Amid AI Rally: Nomura analysts caution that US financial assets carry increasing risk, concealed by the artificial intelligence equity boom. A tech market reversal could prompt a sharp correction in US assets and weaken the dollar.
Indian Equities Drop Fourth Week; RVNL, Tata Motors in Focus: Indian benchmark indices recorded their fourth consecutive weekly decline, pressured by global rate uncertainty and crude prices. Investors will watch several companies on Monday, 7 September, following recent business updates.
Every item above was reported and checked separately today; this wrap collects them in one place at the Asian close. Follow any headline through to the full story for the figures and their sources. The Brief carries the same day in five minutes tomorrow morning.
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