In January 2024, the US annual inflation rate decreased to 3.1%, down from December’s 3.4%, yet surpassing expectations of 2.9%. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) showed a 0.3% increase from the prior month, exceeding forecasts of 0.2%. Core inflation remained steady at 3.9% annually, defying expectations of a slowdown to …
Read More »Dollar Steady Ahead of Key US CPI Data Release
The dollar stands firm this Tuesday, holding its ground ahead of the eagerly anticipated US Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures. Traders are cautious, refraining from selling the dollar as recent adjustments by the US Administration to refine inflation metrics suggest potential underestimation of current CPI expectations. The National Federation of …
Read More »European Stocks Dip Ahead of US CPI Data Release
European stocks experienced a slight decline on Tuesday as investors adopted a cautious stance in anticipation of the release of US consumer price data, a critical determinant of the US Federal Reserve’s interest rate trajectory. The European STOXX 600 index edged 0.2% lower from its two-year peak as investors assessed …
Read More »Dollar Approaches Key Level Against Yen, Bitcoin Holds Above $50,000by US dollar’s gains
The dollar edged closer to the psychologically significant level of 150 yen on Tuesday, maintaining stability as markets anticipated the release of crucial US inflation data later in the day. Meanwhile, Bitcoin continued its steady hold above the $50,000 mark for the second consecutive day. Trading activity in Asia remained …
Read More »Market Drivers – US Session, February 12
Financial markets navigated in a very modest range after a slow start to the new trading week as market participants exercised caution ahead of the release of significant US inflation reading on February 13.The USD Index finished the session marginally different from Friday’s closing levels in the low-104.00s amid varied …
Read More »US Dollar Surges Ahead of Retail Sales, Inflation Data
In reaction to investors’ anticipation of US retail sales and inflation data this week, which could provide insight into the timing of the Federal Reserve’s much-anticipated interest rate reductions, the dollar saw a little increase against other major currencies on Monday.Bitcoin reached $50,000 in cryptocurrency for the first time since …
Read More »USD/JPY stabilizes ahead of US inflation data
The USD/JPY pair has stabilized at 149.33 as markets await crucial US inflation data, affecting the Fed policy outlook. The US January CPI is expected to decline, fueling discussions on the Fed’s easing timeline amid calls for patience. The Federal Reserve is unlikely to alter rates in March, but May …
Read More »Eurozone banks urged to plan for emerging risks
Claudia Buch, the new top regulator at the European Central Bank, has urged lenders to develop detailed plans for responding to emerging risks that could impact their business. She emphasized the need for banks to anticipate risks and not only respond to them but also anticipate them. Buch, who became …
Read More »Turkey’s Unemployment Rate Drops to 8.8% in December
Official data released on Monday revealed that Turkey’s unemployment rate experienced a slight decline of 0.1 percentage points on a monthly basis, reaching 8.8 percent in December. This brings the rate closer to the lowest levels observed in a decade, recorded in October. Labor Force Participation Rate Increases According to …
Read More »Dollar Steadies Amidst Asian Market Holiday
The dollar found stability on Monday, with most major Asian markets closed for a holiday, delaying the start of what could evolve into a bustling week. Attention now shifts to US inflation data for clues on the Federal Reserve’s potential interest rate cuts. Euro Edges Lower, Eyes on Euro Zone …
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