The Euro has capitalized on the US Dollar’s decline, which fell below the 109.00 mark on the US Dollar Index, a measure of the greenback’s performance against a basket of six major currencies. This occurred despite the outcome of the European Central Bank’s December meeting.The Euro/Dollar pair rose to 1.0301, …
Read More »The Inferno of Inflation: How Wildfires Could Fuel US Economic Woes
Could Los Angeles fires impact the US economy or push inflation higher? The recent devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have ignited concerns beyond the immediate human and environmental toll. Economists warn that these infernos will not only scorch the land but also fan the flames of inflation, further complicating the …
Read More »U.S. Retail Sales End 2024 on a High Note, Labour Market Still Robust
U.S. retail sales demonstrated continued strength in December, driven by robust consumer demand for motor vehicles and a broad range of other goods. This positive data, coupled with a strong labor market, reinforces the Federal Reserve’s cautious approach to interest rate cuts.The Commerce Department reported a 0.4% increase in retail …
Read More »Dollar Steadies Amid Bond Yield Drop as Markets Brace for Trump’s Inflationary Policies
The U.S. dollar held its ground on Thursday, even as U.S. bond yields fell sharply following better-than-expected inflation data. Market participants have now turned their focus to next week’s inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump and the anticipated inflationary effects of his economic policies. The U.S. Dollar Index, which measures the …
Read More »Global Markets Surge Amid Inflation Relief and Robust Earnings
Global markets rallied on Thursday, continuing the momentum sparked by Wednesday’s encouraging U.S. inflation data and strong corporate earnings across multiple sectors. Key Highlights Earnings Boost Confidence Richemont (SIX:CFR): Shares of the luxury goods maker soared 17%, marking its best single-day performance in 17 years, following results that exceeded expectations. …
Read More »European Stock Markets Edge Higher Amid Optimism on U.S. Inflation and Earnings
European stock markets extended their gains on Thursday, buoyed by easing inflation in the U.S., which reinforced hopes for potential Federal Reserve rate cuts. However, weaker-than-expected UK economic growth and rising German consumer prices slightly tempered enthusiasm. Market Overview Germany’s DAX: Up 0.3% France’s CAC 40: Gained 0.7% UK’s FTSE …
Read More »UK Economic Output Rises Slightly in November, Falling Short of Expectations
Britain’s economic output edged up by 0.1% in November compared to October, marking the first increase in three months. However, the rise was below the 0.2% expansion predicted by economists in a Reuters poll, according to data released Thursday by the Office for National Statistics. The modest growth followed two …
Read More »US Dollar Weakened Following CPI Data
The US Dollar weakened on Wednesday following the release of the December Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, which showed a milder-than-expected rise in inflation. This tempered expectations for further aggressive interest rate hikes from the Federal Reserve, prompting a reassessment of the economic outlook and a cautious shift in market …
Read More »Market Brief; North American Session: The CPI Day
US Dollar weakened on Wednesday, extending its recent corrective decline. The release of the December Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, which largely met market expectations, provided further impetus for the dollar’s weakness. This fueled speculation that the Federal Reserve may maintain its current interest rate stance, potentially opening the door …
Read More »Fed’s Williams: Inflation Expectations Remain Anchored, Fed to Remain Data-Dependent
Federal Reserve Bank of New York President John Williams emphasized the data-dependent nature of future monetary policy decisions in a speech on Wednesday. He acknowledged the significant uncertainty surrounding the economic outlook, particularly due to potential changes in government policy.Williams stated that the current monetary policy stance is “well-positioned” for …
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