Low inflation data reverses winning streak in equities

Deflation fears intensify as below-target Sept CPI raises concern about long-term growth

China's stocks fell for the first time in six days, dragged down by technology and consumer companies, after inflation data signaled more weakness in the world's second-biggest economy.

The Shanghai Composite Index slid 0.9 percent to 3,262.44 points at the close, halting the longest stretch of gains since July.