Stocks and Bonds Rise as Jobs Ease Fed-Hike Wagers: Markets Wrap
Asian stock markets are expected to decline as oil prices rise due to potential US-Iran conflict. Investors are also monitoring bond market activity amid inflation concerns.
A sharp slowdown in the US jobs market drove stocks higher while bond yields fell on speculation the Federal Reserve won’t be forced to raise interest rates any time soon.
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