Nikkei 225 surges over 4% as investors bet on continued stimulus under Japan's likely first female Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi.
Investors flock to cryptocurrencies, seeking a hedge against a weakening U.S. dollar and a prolonged government shutdown.
Weaker-than-expected jobs data has bolstered investor expectations for another Federal Reserve interest rate cut in October, pushing major indices to record closes.
Investment giant advises 'conservative' allocation to digital assets for certain clients, signaling growing mainstream acceptance.
Applied Materials forecasts a $600 million revenue hit, signaling broader disruption for the global chip industry amid escalating US-China tech tensions.
Institutional demand and economic uncertainty fuel the historic rally in the world's largest cryptocurrency, pushing the market into a bullish frenzy.
Pharmaceuticals, heavy trucks, and furniture targeted in a move that could spark fresh inflation fears and impact corporate profits.
Precious metal outpaces gold as shrinking stockpiles and soaring industrial demand fuel a powerful market rally.