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 …
Read More »European Stocks Rally: Following Wall Street’s Lead
Amidst optimism sparked by Wall Street’s milestone achievement, European stocks surged on Monday, echoing the Standard & Poor’s 500 index’s historic close above the five-thousand-point mark for the first time. Investors turned their attention to a mix of corporate earnings and economic indicators, eagerly anticipating cues for potential interest rate …
Read More »Gold Prices Hold Steady Amid Holiday Lull, Await Fed Remarks and Data
Gold prices stabilized on Monday, experiencing modest trading activity as investors awaited statements from Federal Reserve officials and key economic data releases. Here’s a breakdown of the latest developments influencing the precious metal market: Stable Gold Prices Amid Holiday Period Gold settled in spot trading at $2,023.03 per ounce, showing …
Read More »Weekly Recap: Markets bracketed by Powell’s interview, revised US inflation
Due to the parity of factors that affected the trading environment over the preceding period, the price movement of practically all traded assets closed last week’s trading on the global financial markets with a moderate change.These factors started with investors’ focus on the statements and comments by Federal Reserve Chair, …
Read More »EUR/USD capped below 1.0800 despite thin gains
The EUR/USD pair found some room higher but still lacks upside momentum. Final German HICP and CPI inflation brought no surprises.US CPI inflation, EU GDP figures slated for next week. The EUR/USD found some room on the high side on Friday, continuing a near-term recovery. However, the pair remains firmly …
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