Gold eased to $3,740 as a stronger dollar and upbeat US data lowered expectations for aggressive Fed cuts. Markets now look to key inflation figures.

Bitcoin held near $109,300 in a consolidation phase, with traders cautious ahead of fresh US macro signals.

The dollar gained against the yen, briefly testing 150 before easing. Strong US data continues to pressure the currency.

Brent neared $70, supported by US pressure on Russian energy buyers. OPEC+ output and Iraqi exports offered only a partial offset.

The NASDAQ 100 index traded around 24,658, weighed down by strong US data that tempered easing hopes. GDP and jobless claims lifted yields ahead of PCE inflation.

The yuan steadied near 7.14 but stayed on track for steep weekly losses. Strong US data and new US tariffs on pharmaceuticals added pressure.

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