Asian Markets Waver Amid Dollar Surge and US Inflation Impact
European stocks are expected to rise as investors await third-quarter GDP data, while Asian markets decline due to China's economic weakness and a strong US dollar. The Euro Stoxx 50 futures increased by 0.2%, contrasting with the fall in Asian equities and US stock futures. The dollar reached a two-year high, impacting Asian currencies and stocks, with the MSCI Asia Pacific Index on track for its worst week since April. Chinese equities remain stable amid limited stimulus expectations, and Hong Kong technology stocks continue to decline.