The Bank of Canada (BoC) is expected to deliver a major policy shift on Wednesday by cutting its key interest rate by 50 basis points, in response to mounting concerns about inflation, sluggish economic growth, and softening labor markets. Economists widely anticipate this will mark the central bank’s first outsized …
Read More »U.S. Dollar Strengthens Amid Interest Rate Uncertainty and Election Risks
The U.S. dollar reached new highs on Wednesday as investor demand for safe-haven assets grew in response to ongoing uncertainties surrounding U.S. interest rates and the upcoming presidential election. At 04:10 ET (08:10 GMT), the Dollar Index, which measures the greenback against a basket of six major currencies, rose by …
Read More »European Markets Drift as Earnings Take Center Stage Amid Growth Concerns
European stock markets saw modest movement on Wednesday as investors digested a wave of third-quarter corporate earnings reports against a backdrop of regional economic uncertainty. By 03:05 ET (07:05 GMT), Germany’s DAX index and France’s CAC 40 both edged 0.1% lower, while the U.K.’s FTSE 100 managed to climb by …
Read More »Gold Reaches Record High Amid U.S. Election Uncertainty and Middle East Tensions
Gold prices hit a record high in Asian trading on Wednesday, driven by safe haven demand as investors brace for a tight U.S. presidential race and continued geopolitical unrest in the Middle East. Spot gold climbed to $2,750.35 per ounce, with December futures rising 0.2% to $2,764.15. Despite the U.S. …
Read More »BoC Interest Rate Decision: Key Points to Watch
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 …
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