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STOCKS: The Topix has reached decade highs and the Nikkei has topped more than 2

decade highs in the first half of the Asia-Pac session as polls suggest the

impending Japanese election on October 22 will bring in Abe's highest majority

yet, Abe is looking to win his 4th term as Prime Minister. Abe has boosted the

Japanese economy throughout his terms, using his famous 'Abenomics' to control

policies. The Nikkei came into the lunch break up 18.44pts at 21,354. There is a

lot of skepticism surrounding the booms in these markets as people worry the

gains aren't 'true' or sustainable and are signs of the markets overheating as

investors exert too much optimism surrounding Abe.

- European stocks ended mainly lower and U.S Stocks closed mixed after slight

recoveries post news that potential 'hawk' Taylor may be in the running for Fed

Chair.

- USDJPY is up slight at 112.23, this month has seen the pair reach it's highest

levels since July.