Thursday Outlook: Asian stock markets slip; dollar takes breather from rally

Thursday Outlook: Asian stock markets slip; dollar takes breather from rally

Zawya brings you all the latest news and insights relevant to Middle East and global investors in equities, commodities and currencies. Stocks dip, oil slides and havens shine as growth nerves nag Japan's Nikkei was down 0.6% in early trade. MSCI's broadest index of Asian shares outside Japan dropped 0.5% Dollar takes breather from rally, hovers just off 16-month top Sterling was at $1.3491, a one week high against the dollar Gold inches higher on softer dollar, yields Spot gold rose 0.1% to $1,869.45 per ounce Oil extends declines as U.S. looks to lead SPR shock treatment U.S. crude was down 62 cents or 0.8% at $77.74 a barrel Gain a deeper understanding of financial markets with Eikon . Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. The content does not provide tax, legal or investment advice or opinion regarding the suitability, value or profitability of any particular security, portfolio or investment strategy. Read our full disclaimer policy here. © ZAWYA 2021