Global markets are witnessing a wave of optimism on Friday, September 12, 2025, as Asian markets led a broad rally supported by growing bets on an imminent US interest rate cut.

• Asia: Major indices such as Japan's Nikkei and South Korea's Kospi rose, supported by fresh investment inflows, while China and Taiwan's indices rose with improved risk appetite.
• United States: Recent inflation data showed signs of slowing, while unemployment claims reached multi-year highs, highlighting the weakness in the labor market and increasing pressure on the Federal Reserve to take easing measures.
• Europe: European markets benefited from a weaker dollar and stable bond yields, awaiting further indications on monetary policy directions from major central banks.