The United States has entered a government shutdown after Congress failed to reach a budget agreement, forcing several federal agencies to partially suspend operations. Among the most affected are statistical and economic reporting agencies, including the Labor Department, Commerce Department, and the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA).

Oil prices climbed on Thursday (Oct 2), bouncing back from their lowest level in over four months, as expectations grew that the West may impose tighter sanctions on Russian crude exports, raising concerns over global supply and supporting a rebound in the energy markets.

Gold futures on the COMEX for December delivery surged past $3,900 per ounce in early Asian trading on October 1, hitting an all-time high of $3,901.40 before easing slightly to $3,888.50 by 11:36 a.m. Bangkok time.

BEIJING — China’s manufacturing PMI came in at 49.8 in September, marking a sixth consecutive month below the 50 mark despite edging up from 49.4 in August. The non-manufacturing PMI also slipped to 50.0, highlighting slowing momentum across sectors.

BANGKOK — Thailand’s baht has surged roughly 8% against the U.S. dollar in 2025, marking a four-year high. While that currency strength signals confidence in Thailand’s macroeconomy, it also threatens the country’s exporters and tourism sector — critical pillars in a year when global demand is cooling.

Paris, Sept 26, 2025 – The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has warned that the global economy is losing momentum, with growth projections trimmed due to policy uncertainty, trade tensions, and geopolitical risks weighing on confidence and investment.

China has announced it will no longer seek Special & Differential Treatment (SDT) in future World Trade Organization (WTO) negotiations, even though it will continue to self-identify as a “developing country.”

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Sydney, September 22, 2025 — Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) Governor Michele Bullock said the nation’s labor market is “close to full employment,” with the unemployment rate hovering around 4.2%, a historically low level.