The European Central Bank (ECB) is poised to deliver its third interest rate cut of the year at its meeting this Thursday, as policymakers signal that inflation risks are easing more rapidly than anticipated. Markets have already factored in a 25 basis point reduction and are even speculating about a …

The Japanese yen continued its downward trend from the start of trading on Wednesday, influenced by statements from the Bank of Japan suggesting a tendency among Japanese monetary authorities to delay raising interest rates, which could add upward momentum to the Japanese currency.The dollar/yen pair rose to 149.67 compared to …

Analysis indicates a lack of demand-side pressure within the current Bitcoin price range. The Binary CDD metric, which measures the expenditure of holding time, reveals that long-term investors remain relatively inactive. This suggests that investor attention and new demand inflows have not seen a significant resurgence year-to-date.The lack of demand …

A mildly positive session left the US Dollar trading near recent levels. Amidst a global decline in yields, market participants remained focused on signals from Federal Reserve officials regarding the potential trajectory of interest rates.Key points for Wednesday, October 16:US Dollar Index (DXY): The DXY hovered near the upper end …

Gold prices experienced a significant uptick on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, as the yield on US 10-year Treasury notes retreated. This decline, coupled with a weaker US Dollar, made gold more attractive to investors seeking a safe-haven asset.The primary catalyst for gold’s surge was the decrease in US Treasury yields. …

Oil prices dropped over 4% on Tuesday due to a weaker demand outlook and reduced concerns about a potential Israeli strike on Iranian oil facilities. Both OPEC and the IEA have lowered their global oil demand growth forecasts for 2024.Hedge funds are unwinding their net long positions in oil futures.Crude …

U.S. Treasury yields have been on a downward trajectory, influenced by a combination of domestic economic data and recent statements from Federal Reserve officials, notably those suggesting a more aggressive pace of interest rate cuts in the coming period.The yield on the 10-year Treasury note declined to 4.032%, compared to …

US stocks experienced a decline on Tuesday, October 15th, as investors digested a series of corporate earnings reports, particularly from the banking and semiconductor sectors. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and NASDAQ Composite all fell by significant margins.Among the notable developments, Walgreens Boots Alliance saw a substantial increase …

The Federal Reserve, the central bank of the United States, plays a crucial role in managing the country’s money supply and interest rates. When interest rates rise, it becomes more expensive to borrow money, while when they lower, borrowing becomes cheaper. Certificates of Deposit (CDs) are savings accounts that offer …

The British Pound (GBP) rallied against the US Dollar (USD) on Tuesday, following a robust UK jobs report that exceeded expectations. The unemployment rate declined, and the economy added over 373,000 jobs, boosting the GBP/USD by 0.18%.The strong UK jobs report has provided a boost to the GBP/USD. While the …