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Global markets dip ahead of Trump-Xi summit amid inflation and geopolitical risks
U.S. stocks and bond yields surged on concerns over inflation and trade tensions as President Trump hosted Chinese President Xi for a high-stakes summit.
ECB Sees Limited Wage Pressures Amid Energy-Driven Inflation
European Central Bank chief economist Philip Lane says wage growth remains moderate despite surging energy costs, limiting inflation risks.

Bitcoin Drops Below $84K as 10-Year Treasury Yield Hits 19-Year High
Bitcoin's price decline coincides with a significant rise in the US 10-year Treasury yield, which reached its highest level since 2007. Analysts predict a high probability of a Federal Reserve rate hike in October.
Bank of America forecasts EUR/USD at 1.15 by year-end
Bank of America predicts EUR/USD will reach 1.15 by the end of 2026, slightly below Bloomberg's consensus median forecast of 1.17. The bank also anticipates a rise to 1.20 by the end of 2027.

Comstock Engages Newmark for Nevada Land Development
Comstock Inc. has selected Newmark to advise on a $2.2M+ acre Nevada land portfolio for energy and manufacturing projects.

Santander repurchases 10.9 million shares, spending €696.8 million
Banco Santander bought 10.9 million shares between Sep 17‑23, using €696.8 million and reaching about 38% of its authorised buyback allocation.

Hon Hai completes equity restructuring transactions
Hon Hai's subsidiaries Joyspeed Global Cargo (China) and Jusda Supply Chain Management International disposed of equity in Shanghai Joyspeed Global Cargo, while HCM International disposed of shares in Figure Technology Solutions.

Vistry Reports H1 Loss as Overhaul Targets Capital-Light Model
UK homebuilder posts £36.2m operating loss on £578m exceptional charges, unveils strategic pivot to partner-funded model with five-year overhaul roadmap.

EBA Proposes Crypto Lending Rules Under EU’s MiCA Framework
Regulators urge stricter oversight of crypto borrowing and DeFi lending to align with MiCA, citing growth in EU member states
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce to Resign, Citing Crypto Advocacy Record
Known as "Crypto Mom," Hester Peirce steps down from the SEC Oct. 2 after nearly eight years. She will join Regent University as an associate professor.
Cross-Border Refueling Still Makes Sense for Some Swiss Drivers
Fuel taxes in Germany and Austria will drop next month, widening the price gap with Switzerland — but only border-region drivers save enough to justify the trip.
OVS H1 2026 Sales Rise 11% as Goldenpoint Boosts Margins
Italian retailer OVS reported consolidated net sales of about EUR 900 million in the first half, up 11%, driven by Goldenpoint integration and organic growth of 6%.

Oil eases slightly as US‑Iran truce hopes offset Saudi supply worries
Crude prices slipped after reports of US‑Iran talks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, even as U.S. Treasury yields rose above 5% and equity markets posted modest gains.
CTF Services Posts Stable FY 2026 with Insurance Growth Leading AOP
Hong Kong-based CTF Services reported a 3% year-on-year rise in attributable operating profit, driven by strong performance in insurance and logistics segments.
Bitcoin falls to $83,344 as 10-year Treasury yield hits 2007 high
The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield reached its highest level since 2007, driving equities and crypto lower. Bitcoin fell to $83,344, down 1.23% since midnight UTC.

ABN AMRO Posts 30% Profit Growth, ROE Above 12% at Bank of America Conference
Capital gains, fee income and cost efficiencies drove a 30% year-over-year profit increase and a return on equity above 12%, while strategic AI adoption and NIBC integration aim to boost market share.
MIAX Subsidiary Dorman Trading Gains OCC Clearing Membership
Miami International Holdings' Dorman Trading receives Options Clearing Corp clearance after a $40 million capital increase, boosting its position in Bloomberg equity index futures.
Ducommun unveils VISION 2032 growth plan targeting $300M–$500M acquisitions
The aerospace and defense contractor outlined its next strategic phase, targeting larger acquisitions and projecting mid-teens CAGR for its missile and radar business through 2032.

Vertiv to Buy King Environmental Services for EMEA Expansion
Vertiv Holdings said it will acquire Irish-based King Environmental Services, extending its thermal-management and fluid-services footprint into Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

Amesite Launches $1,099/month Enterprise Pricing for NurseMagic Platform
Detroit-based Amesite Inc. announced a new pricing tier for its NurseMagic documentation platform, targeting post-acute care organizations with up to 1,000 patients per month at $1,099 annually.

STARTRADER wins Best Fintech Forex Broker at Forex Expo Dubai 2026
STARTRADER was named Best Fintech Forex Broker at the Forex Expo Dubai 2026, held Sept. 22‑23, after showcasing its platforms and receiving a keynote slot for CEO Peter Karsten.
Merck’s remigromig meets non‑inferiority vs ranibizumab in diabetic macular edema trial
In the BRUNELLO Phase 2b/3 trial, both 0.5 mg and 0.8 mg doses of remigromig achieved the non‑inferiority endpoint versus ranibizumab for change in best‑corrected visual acuity at 52 weeks. The drug was generally well tolerated but showed higher rates of proliferative diabetic retinopathy, vitreous hemorrhage and treatment discontinuations compared with ranibizumab.

Descartes launches AI agent to cut global trade data analysis time up to 90%
The Descartes Datamyne AI Agent lets users query 500 million+ shipment records across 230 markets via natural language, reducing research time by as much as 90%.

Gaming Startup Funding Rises in 2026, Led by AI‑Focused Rounds
Global gaming‑related startups raised roughly $2 billion in seed‑through growth‑stage financing in 2026, surpassing the full‑year 2025 total. Large rounds for AI‑driven 3D generation firms Meshy AI and Decart, plus pure‑gaming companies Nex and Grand Games, drove the increase.

