Upon China's stocks, a shadow creeps,
Where growth concerns their vigil keeps,
The hawkish stance of Fed gives fright,
Hints of a hike before morning light.
In Casino halls, forecasts are slashed,
French sales and earnings, swiftly dashed,
At €401 million, profit seen small,
In response to cost and restructuring's call.
In Isle of Philippines, rates stand still,
Whilst inflation's rise prompts a chill,
Despite the dread, the Bank stands firm,
For weakness in the economy they discern.
