New Zealand’s Job Market Cooldown: Will a 5.3% Unemployment Rate Push the Kiwi Dollar Lower?
New Zealand’s latest employment figures have caught the attention of economists and forex traders worldwide. According to Stats NZ, the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose to 5.3% in the September 2025 quarter, its highest level since 2016.
Is China’s Manufacturing Sector Finally Turning a Corner?
China’s latest Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) brought cautious optimism to markets. The official PMI came in at 49.8 for September, higher than forecasts of 49.6, and marking the strongest reading since March.