ECB’s Dovish Stance Weighs on the EuroThe European Central Bank (ECB) has once again cut interest rates by 25 basis points, signaling a continued dovish stance. This move, aimed at stimulating economic growth and combating deflationary pressures, has weakened the Euro. Additionally, ECB President Christine Lagarde’s acknowledgment of discussions regarding …
Read More »ECB Cuts Rates Again Amid Economic Woes and Near-Target Inflation
The European Central Bank (ECB) lowered its key interest rates at its Thursday meeting, as anticipated, in an effort to combat weak growth across the eurozone. It also hinted at further easing measures in 2025, reflecting the region’s ongoing economic challenges. Key Decisions Deposit Rate: Reduced by 25 basis points …
Read More »European Stocks Edge Higher as ECB Rate Decision Looms
European markets inched up on Thursday morning, supported by gains in cyclical sectors, as investors awaited key monetary policy decisions from the European Central Bank (ECB) and the Swiss National Bank (SNB). The STOXX 600 index, a benchmark for European equities, rose 0.1% as of 0814 GMT, extending its rally …
Read More »Yen weakens against the US dollar after Bloomberg report
The dollar/yen pair concluded Wednesday’s trading on an upward trajectory, driven by a decline in the Japanese yen following a report published by Bloomberg on the potential future path of the Bank of Japan’s monetary policy and the possible changes it could cause in the movement of the Japanese yen’s …
Read More »ECB Poised For Last Cautious Rate Cut In 2024 Amid Economic Uncertainty
For the fourth time this year, the European Central Bank is anticipated to lower its key deposit facility rate by a quarter point, to 3 percent. In order to prevent the Eurozone from slipping into stagnation due to political impasse in France and policy drift in Germany, many also anticipate …
Read More »Canadian Dollar Rebounds Post-BoC Rate Cut
The Canadian Dollar staged a modest recovery on Wednesday, gaining 0.2% against the US Dollar. This uptick followed the Bank of Canada’s decision to implement another 50-basis-point interest rate cut.BoC Takes Aggressive StanceThe central bank’s latest move underscores its commitment to stimulating economic growth in the face of weakening economic …
Read More »XAU Rises on Fed Rate Cut Optimism
Gold prices climbed on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, as the latest inflation data increased the likelihood of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut next week.Spot gold gained 0.7% to $2,713.29 per ounce, while U.S. gold futures rose 1.4% to $2,756.00. The U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) for November came in …
Read More »BoC slashes rate policy by 50 basis points as expected
Bank of Canada (BoC) took a decisive step on Wednesday, slashing its policy rate by 50 basis points to 3.25%. This move, widely anticipated by market analysts, aligns with the central bank’s efforts to stimulate economic growth and combat inflationary pressures. The Canadian Dollar weakened further against the US Dollar …
Read More »U.S. Consumer Prices Rise Slightly in November, Supporting Expectations for Fed Rate Cut
U.S. consumer prices edged up slightly in November on an annualized basis, aligning with expectations and reinforcing the likelihood of another interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve next week. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) published by the Labor Department rose by 2.7% year-over-year in November, marginally higher than October’s …
Read More »US Futures Hold Steady Ahead of Inflation Data; Crude Prices Rise on China Stimulus Hopes
US stock index futures showed little movement early Wednesday, stabilizing after a decline in the previous Wall Street session, as investors await pivotal inflation data. Meanwhile, crude oil prices gained amid expectations of increased demand in China following promises of economic stimulus. Market Snapshot Dow Jones Futures: Down 65 points …
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