EUR/USD stayed just under 1.175, supported by signs that the euro area’s manufacturing slowdown is easing, even as services activity lost some momentum.

In Asia, the yen strengthened sharply, pulling USD/JPY toward 154 and marking its firmest level in over a month. The move reflected growing expectations of coordinated action by Japanese and US authorities.

Equities showed a calmer tone. The US 100 Tech Index edged up to around 25,516, though projections still suggest a cooling phase later in the quarter and into next year as valuation concerns and policy expectations continue to shape positioning.

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