Japan’s 5-year government bond yield edged lower, falling 0.5 basis points to 2.305%.

The move marks a modest pullback in one of Japan’s key government bond yields as investors continue to assess the country’s rates and monetary-policy outlook.
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Australia’s Westpac Leading Index slipped into negative territory in August, falling 0.04% month-on-month, compared with a 0.03% rise previously.

The reading points to a modest change in the near-term economic outlook, with the index moving from growth to contraction during the month.
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Boeing has secured a major aircraft order from Korean Air, with the airline finalizing a deal for 103 jets across Boeing’s widebody and single-aisle families.

The agreement adds to the pipeline for Boeing’s commercial aircraft business and highlights continued fleet investment by major global airlines.

Korean Air order: 103 Boeing jets
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A notable link between Britain’s financial and technology worlds: George Osborne, during his time as UK chancellor, appointed Mark Carney to lead the Bank of England.

Separately, OpenAI paused a planned UK data centre project five months ago, with energy costs cited as a key issue.

The broader theme: Britain’s ambitions in finance and AI infrastructure are increasingly tied to the availability and cost of energy.
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Beijing is hosting the Xiangshan Forum, marking the 20th anniversary of China’s major international defence conference.

The gathering brings defence and security officials together as China continues to use the forum as a platform for discussions on regional and global security issues.
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China’s defence minister says global security governance must be strengthened, calling for greater attention to international security cooperation.

The remarks come as Beijing hosts the Xiangshan Forum, where defence and security officials are discussing a range of regional and global security issues.
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China’s defence minister says the country must work toward building an “equal and orderly” multipolar world, emphasizing a broader vision for the global security landscape.

The remarks come as Beijing hosts the Xiangshan Forum, bringing defence and security officials together for discussions on international and regional security.
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China’s defence minister says the world must pursue a new approach to security built on collaboration rather than confrontation.

The remarks come at the Xiangshan Forum in Beijing, where defence and security officials are discussing regional and global security challenges.
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China’s defence minister says the country should uphold multilateralism, stressing the importance of cooperation in addressing global security challenges.

The remarks come as Beijing hosts the Xiangshan Forum, where defence officials are discussing regional and international security issues.
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China’s defence minister says the international security system must take into account the legitimate security concerns of all relevant countries.
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China’s defence minister says regional countries should be supported in deciding their own future without external interference.
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Gold is facing renewed pressure as expectations for higher interest rates and rising bond yields make the non-yielding metal less attractive - WSJ

The rate outlook has become a key driver for precious metals, with investors watching the Federal Reserve’s policy path and the direction of U.S. Treasury yields.
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Revolut is facing an escalating data-security crisis.

The digital bank inadvertently provided sensitive information on roughly 680 customers to a scammer who posed as a government official and submitted fraudulent law-enforcement requests, according to the WSJ.

The incident has now moved beyond a data breach, with a hacker threatening to release more stolen customer information unless Revolut pays a ransom. UK regulators are also examining the incident.

The episode raises fresh questions about how financial institutions verify official requests for highly sensitive customer data.
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China’s defence minister says the country must prevent the resurgence of regressive historical trends, as Beijing outlines its approach to the evolving global security environment.
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China’s defence minister says provocative acts must not be allowed, calling for greater restraint as countries navigate an increasingly complex security environment.
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China’s defence minister says security risks should be identified and defused early, warning that small areas of friction should not be allowed to escalate into major disputes.
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China’s defence minister says military force cannot address the root causes of problems, arguing that coercion would only deepen divisions.
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China’s defence minister says China remains a stabilising force in efforts to end hostilities, highlighting Beijing’s stated role in promoting security and reducing tensions.

China positions itself as a stabilising force
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China’s defence minister says the international community should respect the sovereignty and will of the parties concerned, stressing the importance of allowing those directly involved to determine their own course.
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China’s defence minister says the Chinese military is ready to work with all parties to safeguard regional stability, signaling Beijing’s stated focus on cooperation in addressing security challenges.

Cooperation for regional stability
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China’s defence minister says greater cooperation will make countries safer, emphasizing collaboration as a way to address shared security challenges.
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