US consumer prices rose in line with expectations in December, while an underlying measure was slower than anticipated. This closely-watched gauge of inflation could influence the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policy plans in the coming months. The headline consumer price index (CPI) increased by 0.4% in December, slightly higher than …
Read More »European Stocks Rise Ahead of US Inflation Data as UK CPI Cools
European stock markets rose on Wednesday, supported by cooling UK inflation data, while investors awaited key US inflation figures. At 03:05 ET (08:05 GMT), Germany’s DAX index climbed 0.3%, France’s CAC 40 gained 0.3%, and the UK’s FTSE 100 surged 0.7%. Investors focused on upcoming US consumer price index (CPI) …
Read More »UK Inflation Eases in December, Offering Scope for Potential Rate Cuts by the Bank of England
UK inflation data for December came in cooler than expected, providing some relief to policymakers at the Bank of England (BoE) ahead of their February meeting. The figures suggest a window for the central bank to consider reducing interest rates, especially as the economy continues to face challenges. Key Inflation …
Read More »December CPI Report: Will Inflation Dash Hopes for Rate Cuts in 2025?
Financial markets experienced a significant downturn after the release of the December jobs report. This was largely due to a surge in the dollar and bond yields, but anticipation of the upcoming Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation report for December likely also played a role.Base effects could cause year-on-year inflation …
Read More »US Dollar Retreats After Softer-Than-Expected PPI Data
The US Dollar experienced a minor setback following the release of the December Producer Price Index (PPI) data, which came in below market expectations. This unexpected development ignited fresh debates about the trajectory of inflation and the potential impact on the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy.The softer-than-expected PPI figures, with core …
Read More »Canadian Dollar Gains Ground as US Dollar Eases
The Canadian Dollar (CAD) experienced a modest appreciation on Tuesday, gaining ground against the US Dollar (USD) as softer-than-expected US Producer Price Index (PPI) data eased market concerns about inflationary pressures.US PPI Data Eases Market Tensions The December PPI data revealed a slower-than-anticipated acceleration in inflation. Headline PPI rose by …
Read More »XAU/USD Benefits From Softer USD Post-PPI Data
Gold prices extended gains on Tuesday after U.S. inflation data came in slightly weaker than expected, giving investors faint hope that the Federal Reserve would continue on its rate-easing path this year, sending the dollar lower. Spot gold gained 0.3% to $2,671.27 per ounce. US gold futures settled 0.1% higher …
Read More »Can Looming Earnings Season Revive US Stock Market Rally?
The exuberant rally that propelled the S&P 500 to record highs following the 2024 election has encountered a significant headwind. A recent wave of economic data, particularly the robust December jobs report, has injected a dose of caution into the market. This unexpected strength in the labor market has fueled …
Read More »EUR/USD Faces Resistance Amid Inflation Concerns
The EUR/USD pair faces resistance above 1.0270 as the US Dollar strengthens. Anticipation of President-elect Trump’s policies, including potential inflationary measures, is boosting the Greenback.While the Euro showed strength earlier, the US Dollar’s rebound, fueled by robust US job growth and expectations of limited Fed rate cuts, is hindering further …
Read More »US Producer Prices Rise at a Slower Pace in December, Hinting at Easing Inflation Pressures
Producer prices in the U.S. increased at a more moderate pace in December, suggesting a potential easing of inflationary pressures that could influence the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decisions in 2024. Key Highlights PPI Growth: The Producer Price Index (PPI) for final demand rose 0.2% month-on-month, below November’s 0.4% increase …
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