The GBP/USD pair is easing back from Wednesday’s early gains after FOMC showing. UK PM Sunak calls for general election July 4 in a bid to hold power. A rate cut in June 2024 look less likely, the GBP/USD pair is pulling back from Wednesday’s early gains after the FOMC …
Read More »FOMC minutes support a probable rate cut in September
Despite expressing disappointment over recent inflation readings, Federal Reserve officials at their last policy meeting indicated they still believed that price pressures would gradually ease. This sentiment was reflected in the minutes of the Fed’s April 30-May 1 session.Although the current policy response would “involve maintaining” the central bank’s benchmark …
Read More »US stocks continue quiet trading ahead of FOMC minutes
US stock indexes are drifting around their records, with the S&P 500 remaining virtually unchanged. Target tumbled 7.4% after reporting profit for the latest quarter that fell short of analysts’ expectations, and forecasted ranges for upcoming profit fell below analysts’ estimates. Nvidia’s headline profit report will come after trading closes …
Read More »US Dollar Slightly Higher Ahead of May’s FOMC Minutes
The US Dollar Index (DXY) is currently trading near 104.80, showing minor gains during Wednesday’s American session. Despite soft inflation data reported last week, the Greenback remains resilient, thanks to cautious statements from Federal Reserve (Fed) officials.The upcoming release of the FOMC Minutes is crucial for investors seeking insights into …
Read More »Gold retreats below $2,400 ahead of FOMC minutes
The price of gold declines for the second day in a row due to a dismal interest-rate outlook and higher-than-expected expectations for interest rates. Fed’s Policymakers are hesitant to cut interest rates until they have made greater headway in combating inflation. Their opinions are shared by people all across the …
Read More »British Inflation Data Eases Pressure on Rate Cut Expectations
Inflation in Britain saw a less-than-expected decline in April, with a key core measure showing resilience, prompting investors to reconsider their bets on a rate cut next month. This development could potentially bolster embattled Prime Minister Rishi Sunak ahead of anticipated elections later this year. Consumer prices rose by an …
Read More »U.S. Dollar Steadies Ahead of Fed Minutes; Sterling Gains on Mild Inflation Data
The U.S. dollar traded steadily on Wednesday as markets awaited the release of minutes from the last Federal Reserve meeting, while sterling advanced after April’s inflation figures came in lower than anticipated. At 04:55 ET (08:55 GMT), the Dollar Index, which measures the greenback against a basket of six major …
Read More »Gold Prices Slip Amid Fed Rate Concerns and Stronger Dollar
Gold prices edged lower in Asian trade on Wednesday, continuing to retreat from record highs as concerns over elevated U.S. interest rates grew ahead of crucial signals from the Federal Reserve. Industrial Metals Also Under Pressure The downward trend extended to industrial metals, with copper prices pulling back further from …
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Read More »CAD tends to be negative 22/5/2024
Limited positive trading dominated the Canadian dollar’s movements during the previous session, failing to breach the 1.3675 resistance level and resulting in a negative bias. Technical Analysis Examining the 4-hour chart reveals the following: Stochastic Indicator: Continues to provide negative signals.50-Day Simple Moving Average: Trading stability below this level supports …
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