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Fuel prices reach record levels across Europe and Türkiye

Diesel prices in Türkiye are near $2 per litre, while fuel prices in Germany and Austria are reported at or near record highs; one Berlin station briefly charged more than €3 per litre for gasoline. Rising costs are also affecting gas and heating oil.

UK fuel relief scheme expands nationwide amid higher motoring costs

A fuel relief scheme is set to go nationwide, while the RAC reports drivers are paying an extra £5 per refueling since the start of September. The new information indicates broader financial pressure on UK motorists, but does not confirm a physical fuel shortage.

Global stock rally faces risk from mounting AI investment concerns

The Bank for International Settlements warns that concerns over heavy investment in artificial intelligence could put the global stock rally at risk. The warning points to potential market volatility if expectations around AI-related returns weaken.

Weak monsoon and El Niño could raise food costs

Forecast concerns about a weak monsoon and possible El Niño are linked to higher future food prices. The report describes a potential weather-driven supply and inflation risk.

Iran war drives up wholesale prices

The war involving Iran is pushing wholesale prices higher, according to the supplied headline. The affected markets and size of the increase are not specified.

Bond yields and fuel costs intensify global market pressure

U.S. 10-year Treasury yields have reached a 19-year high ahead of an expected Federal Reserve rate increase, while diesel prices are on track for a record year. Higher borrowing and energy costs are adding to existing global market stress.

Maharashtra explores tokenisation of real-world assets

Maharashtra is pursuing a project to tokenise real-world assets through its DELTA initiative. The effort concerns the use of blockchain-based instruments in India’s financial and property sectors.

US 10-year Treasury yield reaches 5.02% ahead of Fed decision

The 10-year US Treasury yield reached 5.02% as markets weighed persistent inflation, higher oil prices and expectations of a more hawkish Federal Reserve. Higher yields can raise borrowing costs across financial markets.