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Expectations for rate hikes by the Reserve Bank of Australia have declined following weak April employment data. Analyst Tony Sycamore from IG Markets noted a drop in anticipated increases from 4 basis points to 1 for the June meeting. The market's forecast for cumulative tightening in 2026 has also decreased from 33 to 25 basis points, with the expected terminal cash rate now at 4.60%, down from 4.82% last month.

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Market Expectations for Australian Rate Hikes Decline

Australia's unemployment rate rose to 4.5% in April, the highest since November 2021, as employment fell by 18,600. The Reserve Bank of Australia's rate hike expectations diminished significantly. Meanwhile, Japan's April exports exceeded forecasts, and the Bank of Japan's Koeda indicated underlying inflation is around 2%. South Korea confirmed 24-hour dollar-won trading starting July 6. Overall, Asia-Pacific equities were buoyed by Wall Street gains despite mixed economic data.

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investingLive Asia-Pacific FX news wrap: Australian unemployment rate jump, AUD lower

The April FOMC minutes indicate a shift towards a hawkish stance, with discussions on dropping the easing bias and potential rate hikes if inflation remains high. Positive headlines regarding peace talks in Iran are boosting market risk appetite, contributing to a bounce in AUD/USD, which is recovering within its 5-month range. Traders remain cautious, awaiting concrete developments in both the FOMC's monetary policy and the situation in Iran.

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Mediators report little progress in U.S.-Iran talks, causing U.S. stocks to retreat amid a bond selloff. The UN has lowered global growth forecasts due to the Middle East conflict, while U.S. pending home sales rose 1.4% in April. Canada’s inflation hit 2.8%, and Japan's economy accelerated, supporting potential rate hikes. The U.K. unemployment rate increased to 5.0%, and Australia's central bank is considering the impact of the Iran conflict on interest rates.

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Dow Jones Top Markets Headlines at 3 PM ET: Mediators See Little Progress in U.S.-Iran Talks | U.S. ...

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Investors seeking international stock exposure may face performance risks when mixing ETFs from different index providers. For instance, the iShares Core MSCI International Developed Markets ETF (IDEV) excludes South Korean stocks, while the Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF (VEA) includes them, leading to significant performance discrepancies. To avoid overlaps and exclusions, investors should stick to a single index family across all allocations, ensuring consistent exposure and maximizing diversification.

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International ETFs like VEA and IXUS are outperforming the S&P 500 in 2026, driven by valuation mean-reversion and currency effects. European and Japanese equities are benefiting from fiscal expansion, a weaker dollar, and favorable earnings revisions. These low-cost ETFs provide U.S. investors with access to a diverse range of global stocks, enhancing market exposure beyond domestic investments.

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International ETFs extend lead over S&P 500 in 2026 rally

The Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF is being highlighted as a strong investment opportunity as international stocks are expected to outperform U.S. equities in the coming years. With a P/E ratio of 17 compared to 26 for the S&P 500, valuations are more attractive. Factors such as U.S. federal debt and global de-dollarization are contributing to this shift. Despite the ETF not being among the top 10 recommended stocks, the trend suggests a potential multiyear run for international investments.

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Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF declares quarterly distribution of $0.1090

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Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF declares quarterly distribution of $0.1090

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International equities have gained attention as they outperformed U.S. stocks, with developed markets rising 32% and emerging markets 34% compared to the S&P 500's 18% return. This trend is expected to continue into 2026, prompting investors to increase their exposure to global markets. CNBC’s Sarah Min highlights the reasons behind this shift in focus from the U.S. market.

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Why investors are looking beyond the US market

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In January 2026, commodities and foreign stocks outperformed major asset classes, with the iShares S&P GSCI Commodity Indexed Trust rising 10.5%. Developed-market shares ex-US increased by 6.0%, while emerging markets rose by 5.0%. US stocks gained only 1.6%, and US bonds saw a minimal 0.2% increase. Notably, US small-cap stocks surged by 5.7%. The Global Market Index (GMI) rose 2.4%, marking its best monthly gain since September and extending its winning streak to ten months, the longest in eight years.

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Market Expectations for Australian Rate Hikes Decline

investingLive Asia-Pacific FX news wrap: Australian unemployment rate jump, AUD lower

FOMC Minutes Shift Hawkish, AUD/USD Bounces Back from Range Low

Dow Jones Top Markets Headlines at 3 PM ET: Mediators See Little Progress in U.S.-Iran Talks | U.S. ...

Mixing ETF Fund Families Can Be Hazardous To Your Performance

International ETFs extend lead over S&P 500 in 2026 rally

What is one of the best ETFs to own for the next 10 years?

Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF declares quarterly distribution of $0.1090

Why investors are looking beyond the US market

Major Asset Classes January 2026 Performance Review