Global markets navigate concerns over US inflation, AI investment risks, and shifting energy policies.

US consumer prices accelerated in September due to surging gasoline costs, leading markets to reprice the probability of Federal Reserve interest rate hikes this year.

European shares saw modest gains supported by strong earnings from ASML, while UK stocks climbed as a weaker sterling benefited export-oriented sectors.

Investors are expressing concern over the AI infrastructure boom, as CoreWeave AI bonds tumbled to 81 cents on the dollar, signaling potential credit risks in the sector.

Despite identifying inherent risks in funding the AI buildout, major US banks continue to maintain their high levels of capital investment in artificial intelligence technologies.

Small-cap stocks have faced a significant correction, unraveling by 10% in just two months after recently hitting a record market milestone.

Rocket Lab shares declined after the company announced the first launch of its Neutron rocket, a competitor to SpaceX's Falcon 9, has been delayed until next year.

Pakistan's government adjusted domestic fuel prices, increasing petrol to Rs393.86 per litre while slightly lowering the cost of high-speed diesel.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif formally requested an expansion of trade, energy, and economic investment ties between Pakistan and Russia.

The Social Security Administration announced a 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2027, which is expected to increase average monthly checks by $75.

Financial analysts are revisiting the merits of the traditional 60-40 portfolio, noting that it remains a competitive long-term strategy compared to pure equity investment.