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New Zealand
New Zealand Food Inflation Accelerates to 3.2% in May
Annual food inflation in New Zealand accelerated to 3.2% in May 2026 from Aprilβs 14-month low of 2.6%, the first acceleration in three months. The increase was mainly driven by grocery food; meat, poultry, and fish; fruit; and restaurant meals and ready-to-eat food prices. Grocery food prices rose at the fastest pace in three months (2.4% vs 0.7% in April). Meanwhile, prices for meat, poultry, and fish increased by 6.9% (vs 7.8% in April), making the largest contribution to the annual increase in food prices, followed by restaurant meals and ready-to-eat food prices, which rose 3.3% (vs 2.7%). On the other hand, fruit and vegetable prices moderated to a five-month low of 2.7% in May, down from 3.7% in April. Meanwhile, milk, cheese, and egg prices rebounded, rising 1.6% year-on-year in May after falling 0.1% in April. By contrast, prices for oils and fats continued to fall (-8.6% vs -10.3%). On a monthly basis, food prices rose 1.0% after being flat in April.
Crypto Updates: XRP Increases by 4.68%
Top crypto gainers are XRP (4.68%), Ether (3.89%) and Bitcoin (0.81%).
Agricultural Commodities Updates: Cocoa Rises by 3.31%
Top commodity gainers are Cocoa (3.31%), Coffee (2.23%) and Barley (2.01%). Biggest losers are Oat (-2.94%) and Rice (-2.16%).
Metals Commodities Updates: Platinum Rises by 3.32%
Top commodity gainers are Platinum (3.32%), Silver (3.18%) and Gold (2.07%). Biggest loser is Silicon (-0.87%).
Energy Commodities Updates: Natural Gas UK Slumps by 10.62%
Top commodity losers are Natural Gas UK (-10.62%), Natural Gas EU (-8.88%), Germany Natural Gas THE (-8.81%), Brent Crude Oil (-4.29%) and Crude Oil WTI (-4.13%). Gains are led by Natural gas (0.95%).
FX Updates: Indian Rupee Rises by 0.75%
Top currency gainers are Indian Rupee (0.75%), Swedish Krona (0.60%), Brazilian Real (0.40%) and Euro (0.16%). Biggest losers are Japanese Yen (-0.06%) and Dollar Index (-0.06%). Meanwhile British Pound was little changed.
South Korea
South Korea Import Prices Rise in May
South Koreaβs import prices rose 24.8% year-on-year in May 2026, accelerating from a 20.2% increase in April. Price gains were led by raw materials, which climbed 38.9%, driven by a 42.4% increase in mining product prices. Intermediate goods prices rose 26.8%, reflecting sharp increases in coal and petroleum products (73.1%), basic metal products (32.8%), chemical products (26.1%), and computers, electronic and optical equipment (23.2%). Meanwhile, prices of capital goods increased 4.8%, while consumer goods prices rose 6.3%.
South Korea
South Korea Export Inflation at 28-Year High
South Koreaβs export prices surged 46.9% year-on-year in May 2026, the largest increase since March 1998 during the foreign exchange crisis. The rise was largely driven by strong demand for semiconductors, a key South Korean export, amid the global artificial intelligence boom. Among major categories, prices for manufactured goods climbed 46.9%, with computers, electronic and optical equipment soaring 104%. Prices also increased for coal and petroleum products (88.6%), basic metal products (31.6%), and chemical products (28.3%). Meanwhile, prices for agricultural, forestry, and marine products rose 32.4%. On a monthly basis, export prices edged up 0.3%. South Koreaβs net barter terms of trade index, which compares export and import price growth, rose 18.7%, its second-highest reading on record after Marchβs 22.8%. Despite higher oil prices, the index increased sharply as soaring semiconductor prices more than offset rising import costs.
Uruguay GDP Growth Accelerates in Q1
Uruguayβs GDP grew 0.9% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, accelerating from a 0.1% increase in the previous quarter. Nine of the twelve major sectors recorded growth. Financial services posted the strongest expansion, rising 3.1%, followed by transport and warehousing and information and communications (2.2%), commerce, restaurants and food services (1.4%), and manufacturing (1.3%). In contrast, agriculture, fishing and mining contracted 3.7%, while construction fell 3.4% and public administration activities declined 0.8%.
Brazil
Ibovespa Falls on Rising Inflation Expectations
The Ibovespa fell 0.4% to close at 170,415 on Monday after the latest Focus survey showed inflation expectations continuing to rise. The median forecast for annual inflation in 2026 increased for the 14th consecutive week, from 5.11% to 5.30%, moving further above the BCB's upper target limit of 4.5%. Meanwhile, the median forecast for the Selic rate at the end of 2026 rose from 13.5% to 13.75%. Concerns over a more hawkish BCB weighed on banks, with Bradesco falling 0.8% and ItaΓΊ losing 0.5%. Petrobras also dragged on the index, dropping 5.1% as oil prices fell after the US and Iran announced a preliminary peace agreement that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz. In contrast, Vale climbed 2.5% as iron ore prices rose on supply concerns linked to a potential strike by BHP workers in Australia. Embraer jumped 7.1% after Azorra finalized a deal to acquire 15 aircraft.
Canada
Canadian Stocks Rise as Oil Prices Retreat
The S&P/TSX Composite Index rose 1% to close at a record 35,276 on Monday after the US and Iran announced a preliminary peace agreement aimed at ending the conflict. US President Donald Trump said the deal would halt hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices fell, easing concerns that an energy-driven inflation spike could trigger a hawkish shift by global central banks. Bond yields also declined, reducing worries over higher borrowing costs. Financial stocks traded higher, with Brookfield gaining 1.2%. Meanwhile, higher gold prices fueled a rally in mining shares, with Agnico Eagle rising 5.6%, WPM advancing 6.8%, and Barrick adding 4.2%. In contrast, energy stocks tumbled on lower oil prices, with Canadian Natural down 2.7% and Suncor losing 3%. Investors are now focused on the Federal Reserve's policy meeting, which concludes on Wednesday, with markets widely expecting interest rates to remain unchanged.
United States
US Stocks Rally as Oil Slumps on US-Iran Deal
US stocks rallied Monday after the US and Iran reached a preliminary agreement to end the Middle East conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, easing inflation concerns and sending oil prices lower. The S&P 500 rose 1.7%, the Dow Jones gained 469 points to a record high, and the Nasdaq surged 3.1%, its best day since March 31. US crude prices fell 5%, boosting shares of fuel-sensitive companies, with United Airlines climbing 3.9%, Norwegian Cruise Line adding 3.7%, and Carnival Corp rising 3.2%. The drop in oil prices also improved broader market sentiment, supporting gains across growth-oriented sectors, particularly tech stocks. On the corporate front, SpaceX shares surged 19%, extending gains after a record-breaking Nasdaq debut last week following the largest IPO in history. Meanwhile, Fox tumbled 15% after unveiling plans to acquire Roku in a $22 billion transaction. Investors are now focused on the Fedβs upcoming policy meeting, where rates are expected to remain unchanged.
Crypto Updates: XRP Surges by 7.62%
Top crypto gainers are XRP (7.62%), Ether (6.01%) and Bitcoin (1.65%).
Agricultural Commodities Updates: Cocoa Rises by 3.36%
Top commodity gainers are Cocoa (3.36%), Coffee (2.26%) and Lumber (1.21%). Biggest losers are Oat (-2.78%) and Rice (-1.90%).
Metals Commodities Updates: Platinum Gains by 3.78%
Top commodity gainers are Platinum (3.78%), Silver (3.46%) and Gold (2.43%). Biggest loser is Silicon (-0.87%).
Brazil
Brazil Industrial Confidence Falls Further in June
Brazilβs Industrial Business Confidence Index fell 0.5 point to 46.7 in June 2026 from the previous month, marking its 18th consecutive reading below the 50-point threshold. The Current Conditions Index declined 0.6 point to 42.3, driven mainly by a 0.9-point drop in assessments of companiesβ own conditions to 45.4. Meanwhile, the indicator for the broader Brazilian economy slipped 0.1 point to 36.0, signaling a perception of worsening economic conditions. The Expectations Index also weakened, falling 0.4 point to 48.9. While expectations for the Brazilian economy edged up 0.1 point to 41.0, the indicator for companiesβ own prospects declined 0.7 point to 52.8.
Energy Commodities Updates: Natural Gas UK Tumbles by 10.62%
Top commodity losers are Natural Gas UK (-10.62%), Natural Gas EU (-9.07%), Germany Natural Gas THE (-8.81%), Crude Oil WTI (-5.35%) and Brent Crude Oil (-4.90%). Gains are led by Natural gas (0.81%).
United States
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Stock Price Hits 4-week High
Vertex Pharmaceuticals shares increased to 453.19 USD, the highest since May 2026. Over the past 4 weeks, Vertex Pharmaceuticals gained 3.72%, and in the last 12 months, it increased 0.43%.
United States
US Stocks Extend Rise on US-Iran Deal
US equities rose further on Monday after the US and Iran said they agreed to a deal to end their war and restore energy exports from the Middle East. The Dow gained 700 points to a new record, while the S&P 500 gained 2% and the Nasdaq rose 3%. The deal was set to be signed on Friday, with reports indicating it includes Iran cleaning the Strait of Hormuz of mines and naval blockades being lifted for all exports from the Persian Gulf. Energy prices and bond yields fell, improving macroeconomic conditions and boosting risk demand in the heavyweight tech sector. Oracle and Meta surged 5% while Nvidia and Amazon gained 3%. Meanwhile, SpaceX was 10% higher following its 20% surge on its IPO day last session after CEO Musk signaled it may have $1 trillion in revenue in 2031. Chip producers continued to rally on more cash being raised by AI developers and the influx of orders that translates for AI infrastructure companies. In turn, Fox sank 15% after buying Roku for $22 billion.
United States
US 10-Year Yield Holds Pullback
The yield on the 10-year US Treasury note held losses at the 4.46% level on Monday as the US and Iran agreed to a deal that softened inflationary risks in the US and global economy. President Trump and Iranian authorities stated that concessions for an memorandum of understanding were agreed and will be signed on Friday, with reports indicating that energy exports through the Strait of Hormuz will be restored. Pro-inflationary risks dropped as oil and fuel prices retreated further. The Federal Reserve is due hold its rates unchanged on Wednesday following the FOMC's first meeting with Chairman Kevin Warsh, set to give signals on potential overhauls to the current monetary framework that he has criticized. Rate traders continued to slightly favor one rate hike by the central bank this year. Meanwhile, the BoJ is due to raise rates this week, as done by the ECB this month, although the BoE, SNB, Riksbank, and RBA are set to hold rates unchanged.
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