On Friday, the USD/JPY fluctuated once again below 149.00 as risk appetite stabilized. To close the trading week, there is selling pressure on the US dollar everywhere. Next week will bring Jackson Hole and national inflation data from Japan.Friday saw a slight decline in USD/JPY, with a morning drop below …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session, August 15
The US Dollar experienced a volatile trading session, closing mixed against major currencies. Positive US economic data, including strong employment and retail sales figures, alleviated recession fears and boosted investor sentiment. While other economic indicators were less favorable, they were insufficient to reignite market concerns or impact expectations for a …
Read More »China’s Economic Malaise: A Global Ripple Effect
China’s economic engine, which has long been the world’s growth driver, is losing steam. Recent data highlights a deepening slowdown with far-reaching global consequences. The Chinese economy is under increasing strain, with its weakest growth in five quarters. Efforts to bolster consumer spending have yielded disappointing results, and China’s GDP …
Read More »XAU/USD Steadies Above $2,450 Following US Retail Sales Data
During Friday’s early Asian session, the price of gold remains unchanged at $2,455. US initial jobless claims decreased by 7K to 227K last week; retail sales in July exceeded forecasts, increasing 1.0% MoM. The downward potential of gold may be limited by the growing geopolitical threats in the Middle East. …
Read More »US Treasury Yields Soar on Robust Retail Sales Data
US Treasury yields surged on Thursday, buoyed by a surge in market optimism following the release of data highlighting the resilience of the American economy. These positive economic indicators have effectively quelled recent concerns about an impending US recession.Retail sales in the United States experienced a significant uptick in July, …
Read More »World’s Largest Oil Platform Built By China
The recent construction of the world’s largest offshore oil platform by China for Saudi Arabia’s Marjan field is a striking testament to the enduring significance of fossil fuels in the global energy landscape. This behemoth, capable of producing millions of barrels of oil daily, stands in stark contrast to the …
Read More »Bitcoin’s Wobbly Recovers As Market Uncertainty Persists
Bitcoin’s recent price action has been characterized by volatility and indecision. After a sharp decline of 3.06% in the past 24 hours, the world’s largest cryptocurrency managed to recoup some losses, hovering around the $59,000 level. While short-term technical indicators suggest a potential upward move towards the $60,000 resistance, the …
Read More »Gold declines following US Retail Sales Data
Gold price retreated from its intraday high of $2,470 after upbeat US Retail Sales data for July. Traders are widely anticipating the Fed will begin reducing interest rates from September. The July US CPI data boosted confidence that price pressures will return to the desired 2% rate. The US Census …
Read More »Fed Official Signals Potential Rate Cut in September
St. Louis Fed President Alberto Musalem has joined a growing chorus of Federal Reserve officials leaning towards a potential interest rate cut at the central bank’s September meeting. In a speech on Thursday, Musalem indicated that the time may be nearing for an adjustment to the benchmark interest rate.The official …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session, August 14
The US dollar weakened again today as continued signs of cooling inflation diminished expectations for further interest rate hikes. The Dollar Index fell to its lowest level in several days as July’s CPI data reinforced the trend of declining inflation.Key economic indicators will be released today in the US, including …
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