The Federal Reserve, under the leadership of Chairman Jerome Powell, has demonstrated unwavering commitment to aligning and determination to adjust its actions with market expectations. Their recent decision to maintain interest rates without deviation from prevailing trends reflects this resolve. By doing so, Powell aims to instill confidence in investors …
Read More »Which scenario will BoE meeting follow?
The Bank of England faces a critical decision on interest rates as policymakers weigh whether to reduce borrowing costs for the first time since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. Following a significant decline in inflation this year, Threadneedle Street is poised for its first rate cut since raising interest …
Read More »Explainer: Key Contour Lines Around FOMC’s Looming Decision
The US Federal Reserve is poised to conclude its policy meeting on July Thirty First, with Chair Jerome Powell expected to discuss the central bank’s rate latest decision. This meeting is seen by most analysts as a warm-up act for September, as many Wall Street analysts are hoping for insights …
Read More »Will FOMC cut interest rate in July or just warm up for September meeting?
FOMC meeting began on Tuesday amid hopes that Jerome Powell, Fed Chairman, could hint the timing or number of rate cuts at least until the end of 2024, this comes amid accelerating expectations that the Federal Open Market Committee will begin cutting rates in its meeting next September.These expectations are …
Read More »Noor Capital | Mohammed Hashad’s Interview on Dubai TV, July 29
Dubai TV hosted Mohammed Hashad, Head of Research and Development at Noor Capital, and a member of the US Association of Technical Analysts, to comment on and shed light on market movements. United StatesThe Dow Jones saw a boost following Microsoft’s recent announcement of a new update to the Bing …
Read More »Markets Struggle Amid Geopolitical Risks, FOMC Decision Outlook
Global financial markets concluded the first trading day of the new week under the sway of mounting geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which dampened risk appetite. This led to a decline in several risky assets by the end of Monday’s trading session. However, another factor intervened to balance investor …
Read More »OPEC Under Pressure Due To Falling Oil Prices
In the days leading up to the important OPEC meeting on August 1, oil prices are collapsing. The drop this week, which was caused by worries over China’s slowing consumption, puts the oil cartel in a risky position as it navigates a volatile market. At the time of writing WTI …
Read More »Will PCE Be A Green Light for Rate Cut In September?
The economic landscape is shifting as evidence of cooling inflation becomes increasingly apparent. The June Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index report, a key metric closely watched by the Federal Reserve, is anticipated to reflect continued moderation in price growth. This positive trend, driven by factors such as declining gas …
Read More »What Could Make the Trump Presidency Mostly Bearish for Crude Oil?
Analysts predict that a second Donald Trump presidency after the election on November 5th would be generally negative for the oil market, albeit it would probably have a limited impact. Even while Trump seems to have a more pro-oil and gas agenda than a Democratic contender, it would take a …
Read More »Dollar Weakens Ahead of GDP Data, Yen Strengthens on BOJ Speculation
The U.S. dollar continued to weaken on Thursday, with the Dollar Index, which measures the greenback against a basket of six other currencies, dropping 0.2% to 103.950 as of 05:25 ET (09:25 GMT). This decline extended the dollar’s losses from the previous session. Dollar Retreats Ahead of Key Economic Data …
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