On January 20, 2025, President-elect Donald Trump will officially take office after winning the 2024 presidential election. This calls for a closer look at the key policies expected to be implemented by the Republican president upon assuming power. Trump’s policies primarily focus on imposing more protectionist measures, including tariffs on …
Read More »Canadian Dollar Benefits from Rising Oil Prices
On Thursday, the USD/CAD pair declined as the American currency pressured its Canadian counterpart, benefiting from the rise in global oil prices.The pair fell to 1.4015 compared to the previous day’s close of 1.4030. It reached its highest level on Thursday at 1.4031 and its lowest at 1.3998.Oil prices recovered …
Read More »Euro Continues to Decline Ahead of European Inflation Data
The euro ended Thursday’s trading on a downward trend, affected by pressure from the rising US dollar and anticipation of eurozone inflation data, which is expected to shed more light on the European Central Bank’s future monetary policy path.The EUR/USD pair fell to 1.0551 compared to the previous day’s close …
Read More »USD Registers Modest Gains On Thanksgiving Holiday
The US dollar continues to seek further gains during the Thanksgiving holiday, but it has not been able to achieve significant increases due to lower liquidity levels in the markets during the US market closure.The Dollar Index, which provides a clear picture of the US currency’s performance against a basket …
Read More »European Stocks Rebound as Tech Leads the Recovery Amid Political and Economic Uncertainty
European shares staged a comeback on Thursday, buoyed by a strong performance in the tech sector, even as broader concerns about U.S. trade policy and France’s political instability lingered. Key Highlights Tech Sector Outperforms: The STOXX 600 index rose by 0.6% in early trading, led by the technology sector, which …
Read More »Currency Markets Steady Amid Mixed Global Developments
The U.S. dollar stabilized on Thursday as currency markets reacted to a series of global interest rate changes and economic data releases. Notable movements included the South Korean won softening after an unexpected rate cut and the Japanese yen positioning for its strongest week in three months. Key Currency Highlights …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session: A Turbulent Week Across Global Markets
The global financial landscape experienced significant shifts this week, primarily driven by the weakening US Dollar and fluctuating commodity prices. The US Dollar Index (DXY) plummeted to multi-day lows, breaking below the crucial 106.00 support level. This decline was primarily attributed to a combination of factors, including a decrease in …
Read More »XAU/USD Trades Higher Following GDP Data, But Weekly Loss Still Likely
The US economy continues to exhibit remarkable resilience, with the latest GDP figures confirming a robust growth trajectory. The Bureau of Economic Analysis reported a 2.8% expansion in the third quarter, a figure that aligns with the previous quarter’s growth rate. This sustained economic momentum, driven by consumer spending, is …
Read More »Stock Market Rally Paused Amid Further Uncertainity
The recent market downturn, particularly evident in the tech-heavy Nasdaq, has sparked widespread concern among investors. This decline can be attributed to a confluence of factors, including persistent inflationary pressures, the Federal Reserve’s aggressive monetary policy, geopolitical tensions, and shifting investor sentiment.Inflationary Headwinds and Fed’s Tightening GripDespite the Federal Reserve’s …
Read More »Is Us Economy Encountering A Stalled Recovery?
The US economy showed signs of resilience in early Q4, with consumer spending maintaining its upward trajectory. However, the persistent inflation above the Federal Reserve’s target rate casts a shadow over the economic outlook.Consumer Spending: A Bright SpotConsumer spending, the engine of the US economy, increased modestly in October, indicating …
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