Loretta J. Mester, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, stated on Friday, following the NFP report, that the job market remains strong despite signs of rebalancing. She downplayed the increase in the Unemployment Rate to 3.8%, stating that this level “is still low.”Speaking at an event in Germany, …
Read More »US Nonfarm Payrolls rise 187,000 in August
The US Bureau of Labour Statistics (BLS) stated on Friday that nonfarm payrolls (NFP) increased by 187,000 in August. This result was higher than the market forecast of 170,000. On the negative side, the 187,000 increase in July was reduced down to 157,000. The unemployment rate rose to 3.8% in …
Read More »Gold stabilizes with anticipation of US jobs data, but is heading for weekly gains
Gold prices appear to be heading on Friday, September 1, to achieve gains for the second week in a row, supported by declining chances of raising US interest rates this year after a week full of data, at the end of which an important jobs report is issued. Gold settled …
Read More »Dollar is preparing for a weekly loss ahead of an important report on US jobs
The dollar is set to end a six-week winning streak against major currencies on Friday, with the approaching release of an important monthly report on jobs in the United States that is likely to determine the course of the Federal Reserve’s policy in the coming months. The dollar fell to …
Read More »European stocks stabilized
European stocks stabilized on Friday, with the support provided by energy and mining companies offsetting the impact of pressures from the weak performance of German copper producer Aurobis after a profit warning, and Volkswagen after a downgrade in the stock’s recommendation. By 0711 GMT, the European STOXX 600 index settled …
Read More »Market Drivers – US Session, August 31
During the Asian trading session, the final Manufacturing PMIs, including those for China, Australia, and Japan, are expected. The US Nonfarm Payrolls report will be the main topic of discussion on Friday. The US ISM Manufacturing PMI will also be made public. There will be a GDP report from Canada.On …
Read More »Will NFP Support Less Hawkish Fed?
The NFP data is usually awaited by the financial markets and investors with eagerness because of it is likely that Friday’s print would bring about significant and weighty change on the Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy decision. As the US Bureau of Labour Statistics prepares to release the August jobs data …
Read More »US stocks surge post PCE data
Wall Street stocks tended to show mixed performance until after Thursday afternoon with fresh inflation data hinting at the easing in inflation that the Fed policymakers are looking for. The Dow Jones Industrial Average retreated 0.15%, or about 50 points, even as it was buoyed by a jump in Salesforce …
Read More »How could NFP benefit Bitcoin price action?
Following the Grayscale victory, the price of bitcoin has significantly declined. The price of the most well-known cryptocurrency is currently $27,300. With the release of the US Core PCE price index data on Thursday and the US NFP on Friday, cryptocurrency markets are anticipated to be volatile. It is anticipated …
Read More »Swiss Franc rebounds post mixed US data, Swiss retail sales
The US PCE inflation figures align with forecasts, and Swiss retail sales plunge -2.3% MoM. Mixed employment data in the United States sets the scene for a crucial Nonfarm Payrolls report, while a morning star chart pattern suggests a potential upside for USD/CHF. The US Dollar gains ground as PCE …
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