European stocks fell in early trading on Tuesday, affected by a decline in Ericsson shares after disappointing quarterly results and a decline in shares of mining companies as investors monitored the risks resulting from the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East. The European STOXX 600 index fell 0.1 …
Read More »Oil declines amid hopes for easing US sanctions on Venezuela
Oil prices fell slightly on Tuesday after falling by more than a dollar on Monday amid hopes that the United States will ease sanctions on oil producer Venezuela and as Washington intensifies its efforts to prevent an escalation of the war between Israel and Hamas. By 0333 GMT, Brent crude …
Read More »Explainer: What Inevitable Problem Could Fed’s Policy Create?
When the Fed raises interest rates and the yield curve inverts, someone will inevitably push the “big red button.” But this is also where the media is wrong about the 1995 “soft landing” scenario. The economy didn’t “soften” in 1995; crisis events did. But more importantly, when the yield curve …
Read More »GBP/JPY rebounds on dovish BoE
The GBP/JPY is rebounding from last week’s dip. It is a heavy week on the economic calendar for the Pound Sterling, with wages, inflation, and Retail Sales inbound.Dovish comments from BoE officials are capping upside potential for the GBP. The GBP/JPY is seeing gains for Monday, trading into 182.50 after …
Read More »BoC Survey: Consumers think interest rates will go up over next 12 months
The BoC noted in its Business Outlook Survey for the third quarter on Monday that consumers thought that interest rates will go up over the next 12 months.USD/CAD stays under modest bearish pressure in the American session and the pair was last seen losing 0.23% on the day at 1.3625.Key …
Read More »Fed’s Harker: Higher Rates Contribute to Rising Home Prices
Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia President Patrick Harker said higher interest rates are making it more challenging for first-time home buyers by raising borrowing costs and limiting inventory, which is also leading to higher home prices.Higher rates discourage current owners from listing their homes for sale, which puts a crunch …
Read More »Euro Holds Strong Above 1.0500 Mark, Dollar Faces Downward Pressure
The Euro (EUR) commenced the new trading week on a positive note against the US Dollar (USD), leading to an extension of EUR/USD’s rebound from the 1.0500 level, ultimately regaining the 1.0540 zone on Monday. The US Dollar (USD) experienced a slight decline, retreating from last week’s peak near 106.80 …
Read More »AUD consolidates post-intraday gains
The Australian Dollar (AUD) started the week by recovering from a three-day losing streak, showing strength against the US Dollar. This positive movement followed a period of challenges, possibly influenced by shifting discussions regarding the trajectory of the US Federal Reserve’s (Fed) monetary policy. Investors are closely watching the Reserve …
Read More »European stocks rise supported by mining sector and investors keep an eye on the Middle East
European stocks rose on Monday, led by gains made by mining companies amid optimism about demand from China, the largest consumer. However, trading witnessed a cautious approach as investors evaluated the possibilities of escalating conflict in the Middle East. The European STOXX 600 index rose 0.4 percent by 0707 GMT. …
Read More »Japan’s Nikkei index fell as investor sentiment was affected by tension in the Middle East
Japan’s Nikkei index fell by more than two percent on Monday, affected by a decline in stocks related to the chip manufacturing sector and in light of a decline in risk appetite due to escalating tension in the Middle East. The Nikkei index fell 2.03 percent, closing at 31,659.03 points. …
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