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New Zealand
NZX 50 Rises, Tracking Wall Street Gains
The NZX 50 climbed 45 points, or 0.3%, to 13,701 in Wednesday morning trading, erasing losses from the previous session, tracking a rise on Wall Street overnight buoyed by a rebound in chip stocks. Traders shrugged off Wednesday's data, which showed that New Zealand's inflation rate accelerated to the highest level since Q4 2023 in Q2. However, persistently high oil prices capped the gains as inflation concerns fueled expectations of further interest rate hikes, while RBNZ Chief Economist Paul Conway recently warned that sticky inflation could prompt further monetary policy tightening. Gains in materials, consumer discretionary, consumer staples, and healthcare stocks mainly drove the broader index. A2 Milk rose 1.4%, Fisher & Paykel Healthcare climbed 1.0%, Auckland International Airport advanced 0.8%, Infratil went up 0.8%, and Ebos Group gained 0.5%.
Crypto Updates: XRP Rises by 2.72%
Top crypto gainers are XRP (2.72%), Bitcoin (1.60%) and Ether (0.90%).
Agricultural Commodities Updates: Oat Drops by 2.56%
Top commodity losers are Oat (-2.56%) and Canola (-0.74%). Gains are led by Cotton (1.87%), Cocoa (1.51%) and Rice (1.50%).
Metals Commodities Updates: Lithium Carbonate Drops by 4.95%
Top commodity losers are Lithium Carbonate (-4.95%) and Iron Ore CNY (-1.19%). Gains are led by Silver (4.40%), Copper (3.11%), Platinum (2.20%) and Gold (1.88%).
Energy Commodities Updates: Methanol Drops by 4.18%
Top commodity losers are Methanol (-4.18%) and Coking Coal (-1.10%). Gains are led by Naphtha (3.75%), Crude Oil WTI (2.64%) and Brent Crude Oil (2.61%).
FX Updates: Brazilian Real Rises by 0.61%
Top currency gainers are Brazilian Real (0.61%), Norwegian Krone (0.43%) and Dollar Index (0.25%). Biggest losers are Japanese Yen (-0.42%), British Pound (-0.41%), Swiss Franc (-0.32%) and Euro (-0.13%).
South Korea
South Korean PPI Remains at Highest Since 2022
South Korea's producer prices rose 8.6% year-on-year in June 2026, the same pace as in May, which was the strongest increase since July 2022. Manufacturing producer prices climbed 13.2%, led by a 65.8% surge in coal and petroleum products. Prices for computers, electronic and optical equipment rose 24.6%, while chemical products increased 19.2% and basic metal products advanced 16.0%. Meanwhile, prices of agricultural, forestry, and marine products rose 4.8%, supported by a 10.0% increase in livestock prices. Service prices also increased 4.9%, driven by a 35.2% jump in financial and insurance activities, while utility prices rose 1.3%. On a monthly basis, the Producer Price Index was unchanged in June after rising 1.0% in May.
Brazil
Ibovespa Edges Lower on Geopolitical Uncertainty
The Ibovespa inched down to close at 173,325 on Tuesday amid mixed signals over the Middle East conflict. Hopes for diplomacy were boosted by reports that Iran is considering a proposal from mediators for a 10-day ceasefire aimed at paving the way for a lasting peace agreement. However, continued attacks between the US and Iran tempered optimism. Utilities posted losses, with Sabesp down 1.3%. Manufacturers also traded lower, with WEG down 1.5% and Embraer losing 0.8%. Rede D'Or tumbled 4.3% after Congress approved legislation related to the health sector aimed at restructuring the country's healthcare ecosystem. The measure has introduced uncertainty for private hospital operators, which rely on regulatory stability and clear reimbursement rules. Oil prices remained elevated, supporting Petrobras (+1.2%). Vale rebounded 0.6% after retreating in the previous session on lower iron ore prices. Banks advanced on lower bond yields, with Banco do Brasil up 3.5%.
Canada
TSX Jumps as Miners Lead Gains
The S&P/TSX Composite Index rose 1.2% to close at 35,369 on Tuesday, buoyed by mining stocks that tracked higher metal prices. Gold prices climbed on hopes of a diplomatic breakthrough between the US and Iran, boosting the sector. Agnico Eagle added 4.3%, Barrick gained 4.6%, WPM jumped 6.7%, and Franco-Nevada advanced 4.1%. Iran is reportedly considering a proposal from mediators for a 10-day ceasefire aimed at paving the way for an agreement to end the war. Still, oil prices remained elevated, lifting energy stocks. Canadian Natural added 2.3%, Suncor gained 2.5%, Imperial Oil rose 1.8%, and Cenovus advanced 2%. Elsewhere, Celestica soared 11.1% amid a rally in US technology stocks. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Mark Carney said he and US President Donald Trump agreed to accelerate trade talks ahead of a potential US move to impose 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods next month.
United States
US Stocks Advance on Chipmaker Rally
US stock indices closed higher on Tuesday as a rally in chipmakers lifted the broader market. The S&P 500 added 0.9%, the Nasdaq 100 advanced 1.9%, and the Dow Jones gained 385 points. Semiconductor stocks extended their rebound from last week's rout after strong export data from Taiwan and South Korea reinforced optimism for the sector. Nvidia gained 2% after saying its latest chip designs are reaching customers, while Intel climbed 8.6% on plans for job cuts. Micron (+12.2%), Sandisk (+14.3%), and AMD (+8.1%) surged. The sector rallied ahead of Alphabet's (-1.4%) earnings on Wednesday, which are expected to provide fresh signals on AI infrastructure demand from hyperscalers. Meanwhile, other sectors stabilized despite further escalation between the US and Iran and the resulting rise in oil prices. Treasury yields remained elevated, limiting gains in financial stocks. Elsewhere, GM rose 4.9 % after reporting earnings, while Charles Schwab fell 2.5% after missing estimates.
Colombia
Colombia Trade Deficit Narrows in May
Colombia's trade deficit narrowed to $1.59 billion in May 2026 from $1.78 billion a year earlier. Exports rose 19.2% year-on-year to $5.19 billion, driven by a 33.3% increase in fuels and extractive industry products, led by petroleum and related goods. Agricultural exports edged up 0.7%, supported by higher shipments of cut flowers and coffee extracts, while manufactured exports increased 0.2%, driven by chemicals and machinery. Exports from other sectors surged 67.0%, mainly reflecting higher non-monetary gold shipments. Meanwhile, imports rose 10.6% to $6.79 billion, led by an 8.2% increase in manufactured goods, particularly machinery and transport equipment, as well as chemicals. Imports of agricultural products rose 2.7%, while purchases of fuels and extractive industry products climbed 35.2%.
Crypto Updates: XRP Rises by 4.09%
Top crypto gainers are XRP (4.09%), Bitcoin (1.48%) and Ether (0.84%).
Agricultural Commodities Updates: Oat Falls by 2.56%
Top commodity losers are Oat (-2.56%) and Canola (-1.11%). Gains are led by Cotton (1.84%), Cocoa (1.56%) and Rice (1.50%).
Metals Commodities Updates: Lithium Carbonate Falls by 4.95%
Top commodity losers are Lithium Carbonate (-4.95%) and Iron Ore CNY (-1.19%). Gains are led by Silver (4.29%), Copper (2.86%), Platinum (1.73%) and Gold (1.62%).
Energy Commodities Updates: Methanol Falls by 3.39%
Top commodity losers are Methanol (-3.39%), Coking Coal (-1.10%) and Propane (-0.65%). Gains are led by Crude Oil WTI (2%), Natural Gas UK (1.89%) and Brent Crude Oil (1.86%).
United States
US Stocks Extend Rebound
US stocks gained further ground on Tuesday with support from the tech sector ahead of key earnings results. The S&P 500 and the Dow rose around 0.8%, gaining ground after multiple muted sessions, while the Nasdaq 100 advanced 1.5%. Micron and Sandisk surged over 12% each, while Applied Materials and Marvell gained over 8%. Chip manufacturers extended their rebound from last week's rout after strong export data from Taiwan and South Korea maintained the momentum for semiconductor producers. The sector rose ahead of Alphabet's earnings tomorrow, serving as the latest signal for AI infrastructure demand by hyperscalers Meanwhile, other sectors halted recent selling pressure despite further escalation between Iran and the US and its impact on higher energy prices. Treasury yields remained high and drove financial stocks to trim part of their earnings-fueled rally last week. GM rose 5% after posting their results, while Charles Schwab sank 3% after missing earnings estimates.
Colombia
Colombia Economic Activity Rises to 10-Month High
Colombia's leading economic index rose 4.1% year-on-year in May 2026, accelerating from 3.3% in April and marking the strongest growth in ten months. Primary activities, including agriculture, fishing, mining, and quarrying, rose 0.7% after contracting 2.6% in the previous month. Growth in tertiary activities also strengthened, accelerating to 5.4% from 4.5%, supported by utilities (5.8% vs. 4.7%), information and communication (1.6% vs. 0.9%), professional and scientific activities (2.4% vs. 1.1%), and public administration and defense (10.5% vs. 8.0%). Meanwhile, growth in secondary activities, including manufacturing and construction, eased to 0.5% from 1.5%. On a monthly basis, economic activity increased 0.72%, up from 0.34% in April.
United Kingdom
Pound Cuts Gains
The British pound erased its early gains to trade below $1.34, its lowest level in a week, as investors continued to assess the UK's evolving political landscape. Newly appointed Prime Minister Andy Burnham, who took office on Monday, unexpectedly named former Defence Secretary John Healey as chancellor. Healey was not considered a frontrunner for the role, but his appointment has fueled expectations of higher defence spending. Seeking to reassure markets, Burnham and Healey emphasized their commitment to maintaining fiscal discipline, after the prime minister appeared to step back from plans to raise the personal income tax allowance. On the economic front, data from the ONS showed UK public sector borrowing totaled £16 billion in June, around one-third lower than a year earlier and below market expectations. Investors also kept a close eye on developments in the Middle East and the subsequent rise in oil prices.
Germany
DAX 40 Rises Led by Infineon
Frankfurt’s DAX 40 rose to above 25,000 on Tuesday, supported by a rebound in global technology stocks as investors positioned for major earnings releases. The US tech sector led the recovery, with the Nasdaq 100 up more than 1% as companies linked to artificial intelligence continued to attract demand. Semiconductor maker Infineon jumped 5.8%, benefiting from renewed interest in chip stocks following stronger export data from South Korea and Taiwan. Siemens Energy also advanced nearly 4% as investors focused on its role in supplying power infrastructure for expanding data centres. Industrials were among the strongest performers, with Siemens gaining almost 2% and Airbus rising 1.3%. Banks also moved higher, while healthcare stocks received a boost after Swiss pharmaceutical group Novartis reported better-than-expected second quarter sales and earnings.
United Kingdom
FTSE 100 Rebounds on Tuesday
The FTSE 100 gained around 0.5% on Tuesday, as investors digested Andy Burnham’s surprise appointment of John Healey as chancellor and his commitment to fiscal discipline. Burnham used his first cabinet meeting to reaffirm budget restraint while maintaining his pledge to reduce living costs. UK economic data provided some support, with public borrowing falling in June and labour market figures broadly matching expectations. Wage growth eased slightly, while unemployment remained unchanged at 4.9%. Financials, healthcare, defence and commodity stocks led gains, with Shell and BP rising 0.8% and 1.3% as Brent crude climbed above $91 per barrel. Babcock’s shares rose 4.5% after UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham told NATO chief Mark Rutte that appointing John Healey as Chancellor showed the government’s commitment to defense spending. On the other hand, the London Stock Exchange fell more than 2.5% after announcing plans for a 24-hour weekday trading platform.
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