Originally published October 8, 2019
Overview: The re-opening of Chinese markets after a long holiday did not produce the volatility that many expected. Chinese stocks alongside most Asia markets traded higher today, and the yuan advanced. After opening higher and extending its recent rally, Europe's Dow Jones Stoxx 600 turned down, even though Germany announced an unexpected gain in August industrial output. US shares are trading a bit lower. Benchmark 10-year bonds are little changed. The dollar is mostly softer. Among emerging market currencies, the South Korean won advanced, aided by a better-than-expected Samsung (SSNLF)