Dollar Drifts Lower On Weak Economic Data

The U.S. dollar drifted lower on Tuesday on mild hopes the Federal Reserve might soften its rate hiking cycle after data showed U.S. private sector activity contracted for a second straight month in August.

TSX Ends Marginally Up

The Canadian market ended slightly up on Tuesday, after spending much of the day's session moving along the flat line.

Thai Trade Data Due On Wednesday

Thailand will on Wednesday release July numbers for imports, exports and trade balance, highlighting a light day for Asia-Pacific economic activity.

South Korea Shares May Tick Lower Again On Wednesday

The South Korea stock market has moved lower in five straight sessions, sinking almost 100 points or 4 percent along the way. The KOSPI now rests just above the 2,435-point plateau and it may continue to spin its wheels

Sensex, Nifty Slightly Higher In Early Trade; IT Stocks Drag

Indian shares were slightly higher in choppy trade on Tuesday amid fresh concerns about the energy crisis in Europe and renewed worries about slowing global growth.

European Economics Preview: Eurozone Flash Composite PMI Data Due

Flash composite Purchasing Managers' survey results from the euro area and other major economies in the currency bloc are due on Tuesday. At 3.00 am ET, the Turkish Statistical Institute is scheduled to publish consumer

European Shares Poised For Mixed Opening

European stocks are seen opening mixed on Tuesday as investors await Eurozone and British manufacturing surveys later in the day for clues to future economic trends.

Australian Dollar Falls Amid Recession Fears

The Australian dollar weakened against its major counterparts in the Asian session on Tuesday, as an energy crisis in Europe sparked concerns about a recession and uncertainty over the pace of rate hikes by the U.S.

Asian Shares Follow US Peers Lower On Fed Worries

Asian stocks closed mostly lower on Tuesday to extend recent losses as investors waited for Fed Chair Jerome Powell's comments on inflation and the rate outlook at the upcoming annual Jackson Hole economic symposium.

DAX Rises In Cautious Trade

German stocks were a tad higher on Tuesday, as rising U.S. stock futures helped outweigh survey results showing that business activity in the eurozone contracted for a second straight month in August.