Weaker data signals but markets stay upbeat

Economy Watch by Interest.co.nz

Sep 20, 202600:06:54Business

Japan and China to take a break. Xi to visit Trump. China FDI still weak. Japan hikes & moves to protect the yen. US factories slow down. RBA signals more rate hikes.

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