Lynas Rare Earths Ltd. shares dropped to a five-month low after Australia’s largest rare-earths producer reported quarterly sales that missed analysts’ expectations.
South Africa’s finance chief is preparing to oust his deputy from the position of chairman of the board of the Public Investment Corp., the state pension fund manager that’s been wracked by corruption and instability, News24 reported.
Copper pulled back from its highest level since early June as traders watched for any announcement from the White House on its plans for import tariffs on the metal.
Japan’s 40-year government bond auction drew its strongest demand since March 2025 as investors were attracted to higher yields.
Wheat rose for a second session on escalating Black Sea tensions and worsening crop prospects.
The Indian currency has fallen about 2% from its June high.
The Philippine peso dropped to match the record low as higher oil prices put pressure on the currency.
