Market Information Friday 27 February 2026

U.S. jobless claims edged up 4,000 to 212,000 last week while the unemployment rate held near 4.3 percent, signalling a stable labour market. Continuing claims fell 31,000 to 1.833 million, yet low hiring and long-term unemployment remain concerns. Market reactions included lower Treasury yields and a stronger dollar.

South Korea’s central bank kept its benchmark rate at 2.50% and signalled a pause for the next six months as GDP growth was raised to 2.0% on strong chip exports. The won strengthened to 1,422.9 per dollar and three-year treasury yields fell 8.6 basis points to 3.035%, reflecting calmer bond markets. Board projections show 16 of 21 members expect rates to stay unchanged, with limited risk of near-term moves.

Global smartphone shipments are set to fall 12.9% to 1.12 billion units in 2026, hitting a decade low as soaring memory chip prices lift costs. The average selling price is expected to jump 14% to $523, pressuring low-end manufacturers while premium players gain share. The sub-$100 segment, accounting for 171 million devices, may become permanently uneconomical, with only a modest 2% recovery forecast for 2027.The 6M Euribor decreased with 1 basis point to 2.14% compared to previous business day.

The 10Y Swap decreased with 1 basis point to 2.71% compared to previous business day.

In the attachment, today’s market data on money and capital market rates as well as other rates are presented.