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NewsOct 1, 2026 · 18:44 IST

South Korea Factory PMI Rises to 53.9 as Export Orders Grow Fastest Since 2011

South Korea’s factory PMI rose to 53.9 as export orders recorded their fastest growth since 2011. The data points to stronger manufacturing activity and improving external demand, particularly across export-oriented industries.

NewsOct 1, 2026 · 18:38 IST

UK House Prices Fall 0.2% in September as Annual Growth Halves to 0.8%

UK house prices fell 0.2% in September, while annual growth slowed to 0.8% from the previous rate. The figures indicate weaker momentum in the housing market as buyers and sellers respond to changing economic and borrowing conditions.

NewsOct 1, 2026 · 18:28 IST

U.S. Presses France and Germany to Release Diesel Reserves or Face Export Ban

The United States is pressing France and Germany to release diesel reserves, with an export ban reportedly being considered if they do not comply. The move could affect European fuel supplies and add pressure to already tight diesel markets.

NewsOct 01, 2026, 06:04 PM GMT+5:30

Euro-Area Unemployment Holds at 6.4% in August as Jobless Count Edges Higher

Euro-area unemployment remained unchanged at 6.4% in August, while the number of unemployed people edged higher. The data indicates that the region’s labour market remains relatively stable, although joblessness increased slightly during the month.

NewsOct 01, 2026, 05:50 PM GMT+5:30

Estonia Bans Transit of Russian and Belarusian Grain Under New National Sanction

Estonia has banned the transit of Russian and Belarusian grain under a new national sanction. The measure restricts the movement of agricultural goods from the two countries through Estonia and adds to existing trade-related restrictions.

NewsOct 1, 2026 · 17:14 IST

UK 30-Year Gilt Yield Breaks 6% for First Time Since 1998

The UK 30-year gilt yield has risen above 6% for the first time since 1998. The sharp increase highlights higher long-term government borrowing costs as investors reassess inflation, interest rates and the UK’s fiscal outlook.

NewsOct 1, 2026 · 17:00 IST

Euro-Zone Factory Growth Hits Four-Year High as September PMI Rises to 52.9

Euro-zone factory activity strengthened in September, with the PMI rising to 52.9, its highest level in four years. The reading indicates a continued expansion in manufacturing activity and points to improving conditions across the region’s industrial sector.

NewsOct 1, 2026 · 14:34 IST

Chinese Refiners Suspend Most Fuel Exports as Asian Product Markets Tighten

Chinese refiners have suspended most fuel exports, tightening supplies in Asian product markets. The reduction in shipments is increasing pressure on regional fuel availability and could affect prices as traders assess supply conditions.

NewsOct 1, 2026 · 14:23 IST

Flydubai FZ1073 Diverts to Saudi Arabia After Co-Pilot Stabs Indian Captain

Flydubai flight FZ1073 diverted to Saudi Arabia after the co-pilot reportedly stabbed the Indian captain during the flight. The incident led to an emergency diversion and raised concerns over aviation safety and crew security.

NewsOct 1, 2026 · 13:11 IST

Iran Embassy in Sarajevo Defends Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei in Statement Targeting U.S. and Israel

Iran’s embassy in Sarajevo has issued a statement defending Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei while criticising the United States and Israel. The statement reflects continued diplomatic tensions and Iran’s position amid ongoing regional and political disputes.

NewsOct 1, 2026 · 12:35 IST

Rubio Orders Iranian UN Delegation to Leave U.S. After Talks Stall

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has ordered Iran’s UN delegation to leave the United States after talks between Washington and Tehran stalled. The move adds further tension to already strained diplomatic relations between the two countries.

NewsOct 1, 2026 · 12:30 IST

U.S. Core PCE Rises 0.2% in August as Inflation Comes in Below Expectations

core PCE inflation rose 0.2% in August, coming in below market expectations. The softer reading may ease some inflation concerns as investors assess the outlook for Federal Reserve interest-rate policy.