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CME outage, Japan stimulus, UK investment drop, private capital in pensions...
Vendredi 28 novembre 2025 à 11:05
Market Disruptions & Financial Instruments
CME Exchange Outage Halts Global Futures Trading
A major data-center outage at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) on Friday triggered a halt in trading of futures and options tied to interest rates, Treasuries, energy, and equities. The Wall Street Journal notes that this disruption impacted a wide range of asset classes, leaving investors and market participants unable to execute trades. The Financial Times adds that the CME is a critical hub for global financial markets, and the outage raised concerns about the vulnerability of core market infrastructure to technical failures.
Wall Street Journal (Markets)
Wall Street Journal (Markets)
Financial Times
Jewelry Outshines Broader Luxury Sector as Wealth Grows
The Wall Street Journal reports that high-end jewelry is outperforming other luxury goods, driven by superwealthy households whose fortunes are swelling with the stock market’s gains. This trend reflects the ongoing appeal of tangible assets and alternative stores of value during periods of financial market volatility, as well as the shifting consumption patterns among the top echelons of wealth.
Wall Street Journal (Markets)
Gold Edges Up on Fed Rate Cut Expectations
Gold prices advanced slightly as market participants bet on a possible Federal Reserve rate cut in December, according to the Wall Street Journal. The precious metal’s safe-haven appeal is reinforced by ongoing uncertainties in interest rate policy and global economic outlook, prompting investors to diversify away from riskier assets.
Wall Street Journal (Markets)
Deutsche Boerse Eyes $6 Billion Fund-Tech Acquisition
Deutsche Boerse announced it is in talks to acquire Allfunds, a leading fund-technology platform, in a potential €5.5 billion deal. The Wall Street Journal highlights that this move would strengthen Deutsche Boerse’s position in the fast-evolving fund distribution and fintech sector, reflecting a broader trend of consolidation among European financial infrastructure providers.
Wall Street Journal (Markets)
Macroeconomics, Central Banks & Fiscal Policy
Japan’s Fiscal Stimulus and Debt Concerns Escalate
The World Street Journal reports that Japan’s government approved a fresh supplementary budget of ¥18.3 trillion (about $117.1 billion), raising concerns over fiscal sustainability as the country plans additional bond issuance. The Financial Times notes that this spending splurge has prompted Tokyo to launch cost-cutting initiatives, yet market watchers remain wary about the long-term implications for Japan’s debt dynamics.
World Street Journal (International)
Financial Times
Tokyo Inflation Drives Up JGB Yields, BoJ Rate Hikes Eyed
Stronger-than-expected Tokyo consumer inflation data pushed Japanese government bond (JGB) yields higher, according to the Wall Street Journal. This development bolsters expectations that the Bank of Japan may move towards further interest rate increases, signaling a gradual shift away from ultra-loose monetary policy.
Wall Street Journal (Markets)
UK Business Investment Forecast to Fall, OBR Warns
The Financial Times highlights a projection from the UK’s fiscal watchdog, the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), that business investment will decline in 2026 for the first time since the pandemic. This forecast stands in contrast to Labour’s ambitions to use private investment to fuel economic growth, raising questions about the effectiveness of current fiscal and policy measures in spurring capital expenditure.
Financial Times
Bank of England Has Room to Cut Rates Despite Fiscal Headwinds
Despite the UK government’s recent budget being described as "unhelpful," the Financial Times argues that the Bank of England retains policy space to cut interest rates. Analysts point to subdued inflation and the end of the QE era as factors supporting a potential easing cycle, though the balance between monetary and fiscal policy remains delicate.
Financial Times
The Financial Times explores the surge of private capital in retirement savings, warning that broadening access to private equity and alternative assets in 401k plans could introduce new risks. Industry experts caution that high fees and average returns, combined with increased complexity, may ultimately necessitate taxpayer-funded bailouts if risks are not managed properly.
Financial Times
Financial Times
Gen Z Turns to Crypto Amid Housing Crisis
The ongoing housing affordability crisis is pushing Gen Z toward riskier financial behaviors, notably increased investment in cryptocurrencies, reports the Financial Times. Locked out of traditional asset accumulation like home ownership, young adults are exhibiting a form of economic nihilism, which may have long-term implications for personal financial stability and broader market trends.
Financial Times
International Markets & Geopolitics
European Gas Prices Slide as Ukraine Peace Talks Intensify
European natural-gas prices, while up modestly, remain on track for a weekly loss, according to the Wall Street Journal. Investors are closely watching geopolitical developments and peace negotiations in Eastern Europe, with storage levels and diplomatic signals influencing market sentiment.
Wall Street Journal (Markets)