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  "id": 6720092,
  "title": "Asian stocks, bonds fall on oil, inflation woes",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/asian-stocks-bonds-fall-on-oil-inflation-woes",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-09-11T01:14:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Business Times - Companies & Markets",
    "slug": "the-business-times-companies-markets",
    "url": "https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/companies-markets/capital-markets-currencies/asian-stocks-bonds-fall-oil-inflation-woes"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Asian stocks and bonds declined after oil prices surged, as traders anticipated US inflation data on Friday (Sep 11) that could signal a potential interest rate increase from the Federal Reserve. The MSCI Asia Pacific Index fell 1.3%, while Japan's Nikkei 225 Stock Average dropped 2.2%. The S&P 500 futures rose 0.3%, and the Nasdaq 100 futures climbed 0.2%. Brent crude oil reached US$105.36 per barrel, after briefly soaring above US$110. US government bond yields, particularly the 10-year yield, edged closer to the 5% threshold, pressured by the Treasury's reduced bond purchases. Asian government bonds mirrored the decline in Treasuries. Australian and New Zealand bond yields also rose significantly. US 10-year yield slipped slightly to 4.95%, after a 12 basis point jump earlier in the day. Market analyst Mohit Mirpuri attributed the sell-off to a cautious approach among investors, given the upcoming US consumer price index report. Positive performers included Oracle shares and US stock futures. The upcoming US CPI report will be crucial in determining risk sentiment, with focus on whether rising energy costs affect broader price inflation. Producer price inflation data from Thursday highlighted persistent energy price pressures. Fed policymakers, including governor Christopher Waller, indicated that the September meeting's decision on interest rates would hinge on evidence of moderating inflation. Bloomberg Economics estimated a recent acceleration in US headline CPI due to higher petrol prices. The 10-year Treasury yield has climbed 16 basis points this week, raising concerns about a near 5% level. Swaps indicate a 70% probability of a Fed rate hike next week, with little expectation of a move until October. ECB president Christine Lagarde warned that inflation in the eurozone would remain above target through 2027. Oil price volatility, stemming from attacks near the Strait of Hormuz, adds to central banks' challenges as energy costs could exacerbate inflation.",
  "summary": "The MSCI Asia Pacific Index falls 1.3%, with Japan’s Nikkei 225 Stock Average sinks 2.2%",
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        "outlet": "The Business Times - Companies & Markets",
        "title": "South Korea, Japan stocks decline as Asian shares drop on oil, inflation concern",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/south-korea-japan-stocks-decline-as-asian-shares-drop-on-oil",
        "published": "2026-09-11T01:14:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Asian shares slump as surging oil prices inflame inflation risks",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/asian-shares-slump-as-surging-oil-prices-inflame-inflation-risks",
        "published": "2026-09-11T02:19:36.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "CNA - Business",
        "title": "Japan core inflation seen steady at 1.8% in August: Reuters poll",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/japan-core-inflation-seen-steady-at-1-8-in-august-reuters-poll",
        "published": "2026-09-11T02:25:19.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "FXStreet",
        "title": "Asian Stocks decline as surging oil prices stoke inflation fears and lift Fed hike bets",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/asian-stocks-decline-as-surging-oil-prices-stoke-inflation-fears-and",
        "published": "2026-09-11T04:23:31.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}