Daily Economic Reports

The U.S. labor market experienced a significant slowdown in October, with nonfarm payrolls adding just 12,000 jobs, far below the expected 106,000. This steep drop comes after September’s revised 223,000 job increase, as the Labor Department indicated that severe hurricanes in the Southeast and strikes in manufacturing weighed heavily on …

Preparing for Market Volatility Ahead of the US Election As the US election approaches, investors are bracing for potential market moves and fluctuations. Preparing for these shifts involves several strategic steps to mitigate risk and capitalize on opportunities.One of the most important strategies is portfolio diversification. By spreading investments across …

A Foggy Crystal Ball: Unraveling the October NFP ReportThe upcoming October Non-Farm Payroll (NFP) report is poised to provide a clearer picture of the US labour market, but the impact of recent hurricanes and labour strikes is expected to cloud the outlook. While economists anticipate a slowdown in job growth …

The US dollar’s Pause: A Temporary Respite?The US Dollar Index (DXY) has recently shown signs of fatigue, retreating from its recent highs. Despite encouraging economic data, including strong job growth, the US dollar’s relentless ascent appears to be pausing.Key Economic Events to Watch – United StatesPersonal Consumption Expenditure (PCE) Price …

The foreign exchange market has been witnessing intriguing dynamics, primarily driven by the divergent economic trajectories of the Eurozone and the United States. The Euro has surged against the US Dollar, reflecting a confluence of factors that have propelled the Eurozone economy and dampened the appeal of the dollar.The recent …

Bitcoin (BTC) has been on a remarkable upward trajectory, flirting with new all-time highs. On Tuesday, it reached a peak of $73,620, fueled by strong institutional demand, particularly from US spot Bitcoin ETFs. These ETFs saw a significant inflow of $827 million, the third-largest single-day inflow since their launch.Analysts believe …

The Canadian Dollar (CAD) maintained a relatively neutral stance against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday, as mixed economic data from the United States created a tug-of-war in the currency markets. While the USD initially gained ground due to a stronger-than-expected ADP Employment Change report, it subsequently faced downward pressure …

U.S. stock index futures inched higher Wednesday, buoyed by a notable increase in Alphabet shares following the company’s robust earnings report. As of 06:25 ET (10:25 GMT), Dow Jones Futures were up by 50 points, or 0.1%, S&P 500 Futures climbed 15 points, or 0.3%, and Nasdaq 100 Futures added …

The US Dollar remained steady ahead of key economic data releases, despite receiving mixed signals from the Job Openings and Labour Turnover Survey (JOLTS). US bond yields saw an uptick, supported by market sentiment leaning towards former President Donald Trump in the upcoming presidential election and a cautious stance from …

The United States has finalized rules to limit investments in critical technology sectors in China, such as artificial intelligence, on national security grounds, according to the Treasury Department. These restrictions will prevent U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and U.S.-based companies from engaging in transactions involving technologies like AI, semiconductors, and quantum …