London, Oct 14, 2026 (AFP) - Stocks diverge ahead of key US inflation data

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2026-10-14

Global stock markets diverged on Wednesday ahead of the release of crucial US inflation data that could shape the outlook for interest rates in the world's largest economy. Asian equities struggled to claw back the previous day's steep tech losses, while European markets advanced. London, Paris and Frankfurt all rose in midday trading. All eyes are on US consumer price data due later on Wednesday, which could influence the Federal Reserve's deci......

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