Mohammed Hashad, Head of Research at Noor Capital and a member of the American Society of Technical Analysts, dissected Jerome Powell’s recent testimony before the US House of Representatives. Hashad highlighted a shift in the Fed’s approach, prioritizing both inflation control and labor market health for a balanced economic recovery. …
Read More »Bitcoin’s Bear Trap: Is the Recent Price Plunge a Buying Opportunity?
Bitcoin’s price has been on a downward spiral, hitting a four-month low as concerns mount over increased selling pressure from various sources, including Mt. Gox refunds and actions by the German government. However, some experts believe this might be a “bear trap,” luring investors into selling prematurely before a potential …
Read More »Gold, BTC, GBP: Analytical Look on Week’s Performance, Future Outlook
The financial markets have been wildly volatile this week, with notable swings in the price of gold, Bitcoin, and the British pound (GBP) caused by a variety of circumstances. Let’s examine the main forces at work in their performance and look forward.Dynamic Interplay The complex interplay among economic data, expectations …
Read More »Reading Between the Lines in Jerome Powell’s Recent Testimony
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s recent testimony before the House Financial Services Committee and the Senate Banking Committee was closely watched by investors, economists, and policymakers. As the U.S. economy faces a delicate balancing act between inflation, employment, and financial stability, Powell’s remarks offer critical insights. In this comprehensive article, …
Read More »Are Commodities Soaring Amid Inflation-Linked Concerns?
As inflationary pressures persist worldwide, commodities have emerged as a focal point for investors seeking stability and growth. Among the trio of silver, oil, and gold, each commodity tells a unique story of resilience and opportunity.Industrial DynamoSilver, often dubbed the “poor man’s gold,” has surged approximately 22.5% in the first …
Read More »Political uncertainty boosts case for ECB’s September interest rate cut
Following the relatively data-insensitive June rate cut, European Central Bank (ECB) speakers have stood firm on the message of data-dependency. Next week’s ECB meeting likely to take stock of the available data and compare it to the latest forecast.Possible rate cut in September Following the relatively data-insensitive June rate cut, …
Read More »How Have Key Assets react to France’s Elections?
The French legislative elections drew mixed reactions from European fundamentalists, despite the fact that the results suggested the far right would not win power and therefore lower the risks associated with the political trend’s renowned economic ideas.By the end of the new trading week’s first day, the euro was up …
Read More »Explainer: Why Are Wall Street Discussions Recalling Sahm Rule?
Wall Street is buzzing about the Sahm Rule after the latest US Bureau of Labour Statistics data release showed an unexpected rise in the unemployment rate. While the headline number of 206,000 new jobs created in June exceeded the 190,000 expectations, economists are concerned about several underlying factors.What is the …
Read More »Bitcoin Plunges to Two-Month Low Amid Mt Gox Fears
Bitcoin’s price plummeted to a two-month low on Thursday, breaching a crucial support level as traders remained cautious due to concerns over potential selling pressure, particularly from the defunct crypto exchange Mt Gox. Despite the weakening dollar, which usually supports Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency saw a significant 3.2% drop …
Read More »How Have Markets Reacted to FOMC Minutes?
The minutes of the Fed’s June meeting were made public, and they contained a plethora of signals that the markets interpreted differently with regard to the factors influencing the federal rate’s future trajectory. “Most monetary policymakers in the meeting of the Central Bank’s Board of Governors on June 11 and …
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