Thursday Outlook: Asia Stocks Steady; Currency Market Subdued

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Gold prices tepid as traders seek more US data
Spot gold was flat at $2,173.89 per ounce, as of 0147 GMT

Asia stocks steady; Nikkei bruised by BOJ pivot bets
Japan's Nikkei was headed for a fourth successive day of loss

Currency market subdued ahead of fresh US economic data
The dollar index, which measures the greenback against a basket of six currencies, was mostly flat at 102.77

Oil prices underpinned by US inventory data, attacks on Russian refineries
Brent futures rose 10 cents, or 0.12%, to $84.13 a barrel at 0115 GMT

US Stocks: Wall Street ends mostly lower as chipmakers ease; inflation data ahead
An index of semiconductors eased 2.5% after recent strong gains, but was up 17% for the year to date

South Africa's financial conduct regulator approves 59 crypto licences
The authorised service providers will be subject to ongoing supervision after licensing

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