The forex market finds itself amidst a confluence of factors, creating a landscape of heightened uncertainty. The US Dollar, under significant pressure, has continued its downward trajectory for the third consecutive day, revisiting multi-month lows. This retreat is largely attributed to growing caution among investors ahead of the Federal Open …
Read More »US Bond Yields Decline Amid Trade War Fears Ahead of FOMC Decision
US bond yields fell on Tuesday as investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s decision, the central bank’s statement, and remarks by its Chairman Jerome Powell at a press conference following the interest rate announcement next Wednesday.Concerns over further escalation of trade tensions, due to Washington’s trade policies with its partner countries, …
Read More »FOMC Decision Preview: Sailing Amid Uncertain Economic Circumstances
Fed Holds Steady, Eyes Trade Winds The Federal Open Market Committee will conclude its two-day meeting later on Wednesday amidst a swirl of economic uncartainity, primarily driven by the shifting sands of international trade. The central question: how will evolving policies influence the Fed’s strategy for combating inflation and maintaining …
Read More »Tariff Tango Continues: Eurozone Trade Sees Slight Surplus Boost Amidst Uncertainty
The Eurozone’s trade landscape presented a mixed picture in January, with a slight widening of the trade surplus with the United States amidst a broader context of rising imports and potential tariff-driven distortions. While both exports and imports experienced a welcome uptick after a sluggish 2024, the faster pace of …
Read More »Canada’s Inflation Rises to 2.6% in February, Exceeding Expectations
Canada’s annual inflation rate unexpectedly rose to 2.6% in February, surpassing forecasts, as the expiration of a sales tax break mid-month contributed to broader price increases, Statistics Canada reported on Tuesday. This marks the first time in seven months that inflation has exceeded 2%, reaching the midpoint of the Bank …
Read More »Oil Prices Climb on Middle East Tensions and China’s Stimulus Plans
Oil prices surged over 1% on Tuesday, reaching their highest levels since early March, as geopolitical instability in the Middle East and China’s economic stimulus measures fueled market sentiment. As of 09:11 GMT: Brent crude rose $0.84 (1.2%) to $71.91 per barrel West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude gained $0.84 (1.2%) …
Read More »Market Drivers – US Session: Dollar Wobbles as Economic Fears and Fed Caution Grip Markets
The US dollar is showing signs of vulnerability, lingering near the lower end of its recent trading range as concerns mount over a potential economic slowdown in the United States. This bearish sentiment, coupled with growing caution ahead of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, has created a palpable …
Read More »Geopolitical Tensions and Economic Optimism Stir Oil Market
Oil prices experienced a modest increase on Monday, fueled by a confluence of geopolitical tensions and positive economic indicators from China. The market reacted to the United States’ firm stance against Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea, coupled with encouraging Chinese economic data suggesting a potential rise in …
Read More »Economic Uncertainty Grips Markets as Fed Faces a Tightrope Walk
A palpable unease has settled over investors, fueled by anxieties surrounding President Trump’s trade policies and potential federal workforce reductions, both of which raise the specter of a looming U.S. recession. This apprehension is compounded by doubts about the Federal Reserve’s capacity to effectively counter such an economic downturn. As …
Read More »Dollar Drifts as Geopolitical and Policy Storm Clouds Gather
A week of potentially historic significance opens with the US Dollar easing, as markets brace for a pivotal Trump-Putin call and a crucial Federal Reserve meeting.The US Dollar Index (DXY), a key measure of the dollar’s value against a basket of major currencies, dipped to the lower end of its …
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