October 14, 2025
United States:
US Small-Business Optimism Falls to Three-Month Low on Economy
Sentiment among US small businesses fell in September to a three-month low on less optimism about the economic outlook and greater concern about excess inventory.
The National Federation of Independent Business optimism index declined 2 points to 98.8, according to data out Tuesday. Five of the 10 components that make up the gauge decreased, while three were unchanged.
Europe:
German Investor Confidence Rises on Fiscal Stimulus Hopes
Investor optimism in Germany’s economy improved in September, reflecting hopes that massive fiscal stimulus will pull the country out of its malaise.
An expectations index by the ZEW institute rose to 39.3 from 37.3 the previous month. Analysts in a Bloomberg survey had expected a gain to 41.1. A measure of current conditions unexpectedly deteriorated.
Asia:
Japan Stocks Slide, JGBs Volatile Amid Political, Trade Jitters
Stocks declined in Tokyo as another flare-up in US-China trade tensions battered risk appetite, along with the collapse of Japan’s ruling coalition.
The Topix Index dropped 2% as of market close on Tuesday, with the Nikkei 225 sliding 2.6%, the most since April 11. Tech companies and banks contributed most to declines on the broader Topix.
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