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ClosedAs of Sep 25, 2026, 09:30 AM CDTSource: Yahoo Finance
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Market movers
Home and major world indices at a glance.
Dow Jones
51,505.55 USD
▼ 0.01%
Nasdaq
26,919.62 USD
▼ 0.06%
NIFTY 50
22,363.35 INR
▼ 0.70%
FTSE 100
10,673.04 GBP
▼ 0.30%
SENSEX
71,924.68 INR
▼ 0.76%
Nikkei 225
66,364.20 JPY
▲ 1.30%
DAX
25,357.73 EUR
▼ 0.21%
United States markets
3 quotes| S&P 500 | 7,704.24 USD | -1.790 | ▼ 0.02% |
| Dow Jones | 51,505.55 USD | -6.040 | ▼ 0.01% |
| Nasdaq | 26,919.62 USD | -16.42 | ▼ 0.06% |
World markets
11 quotes| NIFTY 50 | 22,363.35 INR | -157.1 | ▼ 0.70% |
| FTSE 100 | 10,673.04 GBP | -32.26 | ▼ 0.30% |
| SENSEX | 71,924.68 INR | -547.6 | ▼ 0.76% |
| Nikkei 225 | 66,364.20 JPY | 850.21 | ▲ 1.30% |
| DAX | 25,357.73 EUR | -52.90 | ▼ 0.21% |
| Hang Seng | 24,510.09 HKD | -324.0 | ▼ 1.30% |
| ASX 200 | 8,665.00 AUD | -100.3 | ▼ 1.14% |
| CAC 40 | 8,065.81 EUR | -15.62 | ▼ 0.19% |
| SSE Composite | 3,757.57 CNY | -56.22 | ▼ 1.47% |
| All Ordinaries | 8,845.60 AUD | -110.6 | ▼ 1.23% |
| Straits Times | 5,711.12 SGD | 1.21 | ▲ 0.02% |
Commodities
7 quotes| Gold | 4,301.40 USD | 3.40 | ▲ 0.08% |
| Silver | 64.21 USD | 0.7500 | ▲ 1.19% |
| Copper | 6.73 USD | 0.01400 | ▲ 0.21% |
| Platinum | 1,769.30 USD | 20.20 | ▲ 1.15% |
| WTI Crude Oil | 93.45 USD | -1.160 | ▼ 1.23% |
| Brent Crude | 98.86 USD | -7.740 | ▼ 7.26% |
| Natural Gas | 3.18 USD | -0.1170 | ▼ 3.55% |
Crypto · USD
6 quotes| Bitcoin | 83,629.96 USD | -749.1 | ▼ 0.89% |
| XRP | 1.57 USD | 0.03900 | ▲ 2.54% |
| Ethereum | 2,686.55 USD | -0.7500 | ▼ 0.03% |
| Dogecoin | 0.09701 USD | 0.001300 | ▲ 1.32% |
| BNB | 773.10 USD | -3.400 | ▼ 0.44% |
| Solana | 119.68 USD | 2.67 | ▲ 2.28% |
FX
5 quotes| EUR/USD | 1.1403 USD | 0.0021 | ▲ 0.18% |
| GBP/USD | 1.3243 USD | 0.0001 | ▲ 0.01% |
| USD/JPY | 157.4540 JPY | -0.8100 | ▼ 0.51% |
| AUD/USD | 0.7020 USD | -0.0014 | ▼ 0.20% |
| NZD/USD | 0.5661 USD | -0.0013 | ▼ 0.23% |
Markets news
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Insurance Australia Group Settles $2 Billion Credit Suisse Lawsuit Over Greensill Collapse
Insurance Australia Group (IAG) said on Friday it had agreed to settle an A$2.8 billion ($1.96 billion) Credit Suisse lawsuit over losses linked to the
insurancejournal.com · 25 Sep 2026
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Vanadium Miners News For The Month Of September 2026
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seekingalpha.com · 25 Sep 2026
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Dale Gillham: Why Rate Hikes Alone Won’t Fix Australia’s Economic Squeeze
In February 2026, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned that Australia faced…
themarketherald.com.au · 25 Sep 2026
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Bannerman Energy wraps up strategic financing transaction for Etango uranium project
Bannerman Energy has completed the transaction related to the funding, development and operation of the Etango uranium project in Namibia.
themarketherald.com.au · 25 Sep 2026
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Are Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT) shares good value in 2026?
Want to value the Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX:FLT) share price? Here are 6 key metrics you need to consider.
raskmedia.com.au · 25 Sep 2026
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Healius (ASX:HLS) share price jumps 6% on Agilex Biolabs sale for $160 million
The Healius Ltd (ASX:HLS) share price is under the spotlight after the company announced it was selling Agilex Biolabs for $160 million.
raskmedia.com.au · 25 Sep 2026
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Global Developments Influence Birmingham Retail Planning
International events are prompting local retailers to review operations and sourcing approaches in the city.
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Birmingham Workforce Development Program Opens 500+ New Job Pathways
Birmingham’s workforce is tapping growing opportunities as sectors recalibrate skills amid shifting global and local conditions.
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Birmingham Networking Events Create Openings for Bioscience and Tech Professionals
Targeted mixers and workshops run by the Birmingham Business Alliance and partners are giving companies in bioscience and software access to fresh contacts at a time when regional sectors seek tighter connections.
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Rising Interest Rates and Slowed Construction Create Headwinds for Birmingham Retail This Year
Birmingham's retail market holds steady with low vacancy even as national economic pressures limit new building activity.
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Birmingham Employment Figures Track Shifts in Global Business Conditions
Metro area data show a net job loss in April alongside longer-term gains that still lag national benchmarks.
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Birmingham Residents Shape Local Economy Through Workforce Development Opportunities
As Birmingham’s economy evolves, residents and consumers should grasp how workforce development shapes opportunities and services locally.
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Birmingham Area Residents Track Local Job Market Shifts
Recent labor data shows changes in unemployment and hiring demand that affect everyday workers and job seekers.
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Birmingham Retailers Reshape Store Layouts and Product Selection for Shoppers
Everyday shoppers in the city encounter ongoing adjustments in store layouts, product ranges and service options that shape routine purchases.
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Birmingham’s Workforce Training Programs Open New Doors for Job Seekers
Initiatives like Reinvest Birmingham are targeting employment barriers, benefiting thousands in the city’s adult population.
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Global Tech and Finance Shifts Create New Opportunities for Birmingham Startups
International policy changes and market volatility are creating new challenges and opportunities for local entrepreneurs and innovation hubs.
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Birmingham Retail Stability Draws Talent Toward Fitness and Value-Driven Roles
Low vacancy rates and new suburban tenants are steering local hiring toward discount retail, quick-service restaurants and fitness operators.
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Birmingham's Commercial Development Faces Capital and Power Challenges in 2024
Large-scale projects advance while power demands and capital requirements test developers.
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S&P 500 fell 0.43% as global markets retreat
Where the major indices, gold and currencies landed, and what the moves mean for Birmingham investors and retirement balances.
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Birmingham Employment Faces Slow Growth, Rising Unemployment Amid Sector Struggles
Job growth in Birmingham trails the national pace as key industries like construction, leisure, and private health care grapple with challenges.
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Birmingham Workforce Programs Create Openings for Residents and Local Groups
City initiatives launched since 2024 are training adults for jobs in construction, logistics, manufacturing and healthcare while helping nonprofits build their own programs.
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Birmingham Small Businesses Access Grants, Week-Long Events for Growth Support
Local firms can access targeted support programs to address current needs in marketing, operations and financing.
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Birmingham's Job Growth Slows Despite Low Unemployment Rate
Despite a low unemployment rate, Birmingham’s job growth faces headwinds, impacting sectors from construction to service industries.
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Birmingham Firms Track 5 Key Economic Indicators to Guide Investment
Small businesses track broader signals to gauge local conditions without relying on speculation.