The e Bank of Canada is poised to announce its interest rate decision and release its updated monetary policy report on Wednesday. Market participants are keenly anticipating the central bank’s actions, as a rate cut is widely expected to stimulate economic growth and provide relief to borrowers.One of the primary …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session
The US Dollar continued its upward trajectory, reaching new highs as investors weighed the potential impact of a “Trump trade,” further Fed easing, and upcoming US economic data. Key events for Wednesday, October 23, include the release of US mortgage applications, existing home sales, and the EIA’s crude oil inventory …
Read More »Why Do Fed Officials Temper Expectations for Upcoming Rate Cuts?
The Federal Reserve has signaled future interest rate cuts, but some members are urging caution as economic data continues to roll in. Investors are anticipating cuts at the next two Fed meetings, aligning with the central bank’s projections. However, comments from regional Fed presidents suggest the pace of cuts might …
Read More »EUR/USD declines on high US yields, ECB officials’ comments
The EUR/USD pair falls as climbing US Treasury yields and risk-off sentiment bolster the US Dollar. ECB members hint at potential rate cuts, with President Lagarde maintaining a cautious stance on inflation, targeting 2025 for stability. The US Dollar Index (DXY) rises to 104.06 as US 10-year Treasury yields remain …
Read More »XAU/USD Soars Amid Rising T-Yields
Gold price surges on Tuesday as Treasury yields rise. Gold prices surged to new heights on Tuesday, driven by a combination of geopolitical tensions and rising U.S. Treasury yields. As investors seek safe-haven assets amid global uncertainty, XAU/USD has continued its upward trajectory, reaching a peak of $2,745.01.The market’s mood …
Read More »USD/JPY Price Forecast: Testing Key Technical Levels
The USD/JPY pair is currently trading near the 151.00 level, influenced by rising US Treasury yields but facing resistance from the Ichimoku Cloud’s upper boundary. Bullish momentum persists, as indicated by the RSI hitting a new high, suggesting potential upside towards the 200-day moving average (DMA) at 151.36 and beyond.If …
Read More »European Stocks Slip Amid Geopolitical and Rate-Cut Uncertainties, SAP Boosts Tech Sector
European stocks dipped on Tuesday as investors grappled with geopolitical tensions and uncertainties over global interest rate cuts. The pan-European STOXX 600 index edged down 0.3% by 0830 GMT, as lingering concerns about the European economy and Chinese demand weighed on market sentiment. The broader decline was softened by German …
Read More »Dollar Strength and Fed’s Approach to Rate Cuts
The U.S. dollar remained strong on Tuesday, holding near a 2-1/2-month high due to expectations that the Federal Reserve will adopt a cautious approach to cutting interest rates. This strength, buoyed by rising U.S. Treasury yields, has put pressure on the yen, euro, and British pound. The dollar’s rally is …
Read More »Gold Prices Steady Near Record Highs Amid Election Uncertainty and Middle East Tensions
Gold prices gained in Asian trade on Tuesday, stabilizing just below their recent record highs as traders sought safe havens due to growing uncertainty surrounding the upcoming U.S. presidential election. The anticipation of a tight race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris has pushed investors towards safer assets like gold, …
Read More »Treasury Yields Resume Upward Trend Following Fed Remarks
US Treasury yields initiated an upward climb at the start of the new trading week, fueled by statements from the Federal Reserve that highlighted a preference for a gradual approach to interest rate cuts in the coming period.The yield on 10-year US Treasury bonds rose to 4.182%, compared to the …
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