Morning offer: Finally, bad news is bad news

19 January (Reuters) – A look at the day ahead at Asian markets from Jamie McGeever. No fireworks from the Bank of Japan, but plenty of damp squibs for investors…

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Analysis: Turkey and its markets are heading for an election crossroads

Turkey’s presidential election represents a major split. Side effects of unorthodox economics crucial for voters Repeated periods of market turmoil have led investors to leave Turkey Economists recognize that a…

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BOJ defies market bets for policy adjustments, causing the yen to tumble

BOJ keeps interest rate targets, yield margin intact BOJ Runs Market Operation Tool, Signals Status Quo On YCC Board raises inflation forecasts but lowers growth forecasts TOKYO, Jan. 18 (Reuters)…

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Analysis: Bond traders are regaining their swagger in interest-obsessed markets

NEW YORK, January 17 (Reuters) – Bond traders are once again stars on Wall Street. Fixed income, currency and commodities (FICC) traders boosted bank profits last year despite bleak deal…

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