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July 9, 2026

New Zealand Morning Focus

Daily UpdateCommoditiesEquitiesFXEnergy

Global markets are reacting to renewed Middle East tensions, leading to falling equities and rising bond yields. Meanwhile, Fed meeting minutes indicate an ongoing debate over interest rate policy amid persistent inflation concerns.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.Global equity markets declined and bond yields rose following a re-escalation of geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran.
  • 2.The Fed's June meeting minutes revealed that while some members considered hiking rates, the Committee ultimately chose to hold, reflecting caution regarding elevated inflation risks.

Table of Contents

  • Highlights
  • Data and events today
  • Financial markets
  • Global markets overview
  • Key data and events
  • Market snapshot (07:15 NZ Time)
  • Key data releases
  • What's ahead today
  • Key themes and views

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Authors

David CroyHenry Russell

Securities

S&P 500WTI Oil

Themes

GeopoliticsInflationary Risk

Regions

Middle EastEuropeAsia PacificUnited StatesNew ZealandIran