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U.S crude oil continues its upward momentum, trading around $63.00. Markets are reacting to #OPEC's decision to implement a production increase of just 137k barrels per day for November, significantly below the anticipated 500k bpd. Note: Trading carries risks

Asian-Pacific markets traded positively, with the #KOSPI leading gains for the second consecutive day, rising 2.70%. The #Nikkei225 followed closely, up 1.77%. Meanwhile, gold remains firm above $4,000 mark after successfully retesting it as support. Note: Trading carries risks

#DXY extends gains for a third straight session, trading above $98.50 ahead of the #FOMC minutes. Safe-haven demand continues to underpin the Greenback. Note: Trading carries risks

Gold surges to the $4,000 level, supported by heightened uncertainty surrounding the US government shutdown, political instability in France, and expectations of a pro-stimulus policy stance in Japan. Note: Trading carries risks

Equities gain on broad sector strength and supportive macro tailwinds. AI-driven capex boosts growth, while small caps rally on rising Fed rate cut expectations. Note: Trading carries risks

EUR/CHF edged lower as escalating political turmoil in France weighed on the Euro. The currency came under broad pressure following the resignation of PM Lecornu, who stepped down just 27 days after taking office, deepening the country’s political crisis. Trading carries risks

#XAUUSD edges toward the $4,000 mark as bullish momentum strengthens. Expectations of #FED rate cuts, halted U.S. data releases, and continued Chinese gold purchases keep demand elevated. Note: Trdaing carries risks

WTI crude trades slightly above $61.00, as oversupply concerns continue to weigh on the market. Investor apprehension over a potential surge in output following this weekend’s #OPEC meeting has pressured oil prices throughout the week. Note: Trading carries risks

#JPY pairs gap higher following Japan’s LDP leadership election, positioning Sanae Takaichi as the likely first female Prime Minister. #XAUUSD holds above 3,900, nearing an ATH of 3,949, as the #DXY recovers despite the ongoing US government shutdown. Note: Trading carries risks

#KOSPI continues its strong momentum from yesterday, leading Asia-Pacific markets with a 2.70% gain. Japan’s #Nikkei 225 follows closely, rising 1.85% on improved sentiment. Meanwhile, gold inches higher, trading around $3,863 amid cautious sentiment. Note: Trading carries risks

$Tesla smashed expectations for Q3 deliveries, posting a record figure of 497,099 vehicles compared with the 439,612 predicted. This has helped drive the stock 4% higher in pre-market trade, likely ensuring outperformance for the $Nasdaq today. Note: Trading carries risks

Oil prices continue to lose ground, with WTI falling into $61 support after breaking through an ascending trendline. A move below this level would bring about a four-month low, with traders anticipating another #OPEC+ output hike this weekend. Note: Trading carries risks

Asia-Pacific markets trade higher, led by the #Kospi up 2.70%, followed by the #HangSeng gaining 1.61%. Gold hovers near $3,877 with further upside potential as the U.S. government shutdown persists. Note: Trading acrries risks

China related markets enjoyed a buoyant session, with the $HangSeng (0.9%) and Shanghai composite (0.5%) gaining in anticipation of fresh stimulus at the October Plenum. Note: Trading carries risks

Gold appears to have found support after a decline into the previous breakout level of $3791. With a US government shutdown looking likely later today, could we see gold prices push back up to new highs from here? Note: Trading carries risks

EU stock indices are set for solid Q3 gains despite today’s sluggish action. The STOXX50 rose 3.9% and the STOXX600 gained 2.6% this quarter. Today’s dip reflects caution as markets eye a possible U.S. government shutdown tomorrow. Note: Trading carries risks

Oil prices continue to slide ahead of a like #OPEC+ production hike. However, today has also seen the latest Chinese #PMI surveys, with manufacturing contracting for the sixth consecutive month. Will we see trendline support provide another turnaround this week? Note: Trading