In an interview conducted by Alarabiya Television, Mohamed Hashad, Head of Research and Development at Noor Capital and a member of the American Association of Technical Analysts, commented and analyzed the performance of the U.S. labour market, inflation, and the potential future moves of the Federal Reserve. Are Markets Focusing …
Read More »European Stocks Start the Week Cautiously Amid Chinese Stimulus Talk and ECB Meeting
European stock markets opened the week on a cautious note Monday, as investors processed discussions of potential Chinese fiscal stimulus while awaiting the European Central Bank’s upcoming rate-setting meeting. As of 03:10 ET (07:10 GMT), Germany’s DAX index edged 0.3% higher, while France’s CAC 40 and the U.K.’s FTSE 100 …
Read More »Weekly Wrap: ECB, Earnings Reports in Focus
Global financial markets closed the week ending on Friday, October 11, with risk assets advancing over safe haven assets after US inflation data that highlighted a decline in price growth that would weigh heavily on interest rate cuts in the coming period. Markets are also awaiting developments in monetary policy …
Read More »What markets can expect after a volatile week
The second week of October trading began with optimism in North American equity markets despite increased Middle East tensions, ongoing war in Ukraine, a stronger than expected American economy, and weaker than expected numbers from China. China: The National Development & Reform Commission (NDRC), China’s state planner, stated that the …
Read More »XAU/USD rallies after weak US economic indicators
Gold (XAU/USD) extends its rally, trading in the $2,650s on Friday, after the release the the preliminary Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index showed a slide in sentiment in October. The Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index fell to 68.9 in October from 70.1 in the previous month and was below estimates of 70.8, …
Read More »U.S. Stock Futures Slip as Investors Await Bank Earnings and Inflation Data
U.S. stock index futures edged lower on Friday as investors braced for the release of key bank earnings reports and another inflation reading, with potential implications for the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy. As of 05:40 ET (09:40 GMT), Dow Jones Futures dropped 95 points (0.2%), S&P 500 Futures fell 17 …
Read More »European Markets Edge Lower Amid Mixed Economic Data and U.S. Earnings Season
European stock markets traded slightly lower on Friday, as investors digested disappointing British growth data while awaiting key U.S. bank earnings and an anticipated fiscal policy briefing from China. As of 03:10 ET (07:10 GMT), Germany’s DAX index fell 0.1%, France’s CAC 40 dropped 0.1%, and the FTSE 100 in …
Read More »American Session’s Market Drivers: US Inflation Remains in Focus
The US Dollar continued its upward trajectory, driven by sticky inflation data and hawkish comments from Federal Reserve officials. Investors are closely watching upcoming inflation metrics, including Producer Prices and Consumer Sentiment, for clues about the Fed’s future monetary policy.Key Points:US Dollar Strength: The US Dollar Index (DXY) reached new …
Read More »Oil Markets Roiled amid Geopolitical Tensions, Hurricane Devastation
Oil prices have been on a wild ride in recent weeks, driven by a perfect storm of geopolitical tensions and natural disasters. The escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, coupled with the devastating impact of Hurricane Milton on U.S. fuel supplies, has sent crude oil prices soaring. The Middle East, …
Read More »Fed Officials Signal Continued Rate Cuts, But Caution Remains
Federal Reserve policymakers have indicated that a series of interest rate cuts is likely in the coming months, citing the ongoing decline in inflation and a resilient job market. However, several officials have also expressed caution, suggesting that the pace of these cuts may need to be adjusted based on …
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