U.S. stock index futures gained slightly early Tuesday as markets steadied after recent losses. Investors prepared for a tight presidential election and a significant Federal Reserve meeting later in the week. Market Movements At 05:00 ET (10:00 GMT): Dow Jones Futures rose 55 points (+0.1%). S&P 500 Futures gained 12 …
Read More »U.S. Dollar Slides Slightly Ahead of Tight Presidential Election and Fed Meeting
The U.S. dollar edged lower on Tuesday, reflecting cautious sentiment as the country heads into a closely contested presidential election that could trigger significant foreign exchange volatility. The Dollar Index, which measures the greenback against a basket of six major currencies, fell by 0.1% to 103.655 at 04:10 ET (09:10 …
Read More »What is Trump’s MAGANOMICS? Why Is It criticized?
MAGANOMICS is a term used to describe the economic policies advocated by former US President Donald Trump. These policies generally prioritize tax cuts, deregulation, and protectionist trade measures.“MAGAECONOMICS” refers to the economic policies and principles associated with former President Donald Trump’s “Make America Great Again” (MAGA) agenda. These policies were …
Read More »Australian Dollar Strengthens as Markets Await RBA Decision
The AUD/USD surged higher on Monday, rising by 0.70% to 0.6600 amid expectations of a hawkish Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) policy decision and uncertainty surrounding the US presidential election. The US Dollar weakened on speculation of a Kamala Harris victory and the Federal Reserve’s dovish rate cut bets.Economic Data …
Read More »Weekly Recap: Q3 Earnings, Labour Data In Play Ahead of US Election Uncertainty
US Election Looms LargeThe upcoming US presidential election has cast a shadow of uncertainty over the global markets. As the two candidates remain neck-and-neck, investors brace for potential market volatility, especially in the immediate aftermath of the election. The USD/JPY pair has been particularly volatile, with the yen strengthening following …
Read More »China’s Dwindling Economic Momentum: A Deep Perspective
China’s economic growth has been slowing, prompting policymakers to consider a significant stimulus package. While a proposed 10 trillion yuan ($1.4 trillion) fiscal stimulus could provide a temporary boost, concerns persist about its long-term efficacy and its ability to address the underlying structural issues.The Limits of Stimulus The Chinese government’s …
Read More »What implications could US presidential elections have for Fed policy?
The election has significant implications for Fed policy in 2025, with a Trump victory potentially ensuring a lower tax environment that boosts sentiment and spending in the near-term. However, promised tariffs, immigration controls, and higher borrowing costs will become headwinds through his presidential term. Conversely, a Harris victory implies continuity, …
Read More »DXY: Uncertain Path Amid Economic Crosscurrents
The US Dollar, once an unfaltering symbol of global financial stability, has recently exhibited a volatile performance. While it initially surged on the back of aggressive interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve, it has since retreated as market expectations for future tightening have moderated. The confluence of economic factors, …
Read More »Wall Street Rallies Following Surprise NFP Report
Wall Street roared to life on Friday, propelled by a surprisingly weak October jobs report. The US economy added a mere 12,000 jobs, a stark contrast to the robust growth seen in previous months. This unexpected slowdown ignited hopes that the Federal Reserve might temper its aggressive rate hike trajectory. …
Read More »How Are Gold Prices Facing A Stormy Economic Agenda?
A Tale of Two Reports: NFP and ISM The recent release of the Non-Farm Payroll (NFP) and Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Manufacturing PMI reports has sent mixed signals about the state of the US economy. While the NFP report painted a picture of a slowing labor market, the ISM …
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