Germany September final manufacturing PMI 53.9, vs 53.8 expected and 53.8 prior.

Putin says military exercises and the detention of Russian vessels constitute an escalation.

Prime Minister TAKAICHI's government will finalise detailed costs for the first five years of a $2.3 trillion, 14-year investment plan to reduce uncertainty around the programme. A document submitted to the growth strategy council says the government will, by year-end, specify domestic investment areas and scales through about 2030 and provide a breakdown of public and private investment. TAKAICHI said now is the time for “responsible, proactive fiscal policy” to boost domestic investment and potential growth. The short-term plan is expected to allay market concerns by clarifying costs, feasibility and the allocation of spending between government and the private sector.