The presidential election results will begin to come in on Tuesday night after polls close throughout the country. However, in many key states, it may take a while to know who has won and much longer to get official, certified results. There are several reasons for this delay, including the …
Read More »US service sector continued expansionary trend in October
The US service sector continued its expansionary trend in October, with the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Services PMI surging to 56. This reading surpassed market expectations of 53.8, signaling a robust acceleration in business activity compared to the previous month. The uptick was driven by a combination of factors, …
Read More »U.S. Stock Futures Edge Higher as Investors Brace for Election and Fed Decision
U.S. stock index futures gained slightly early Tuesday as markets steadied after recent losses. Investors prepared for a tight presidential election and a significant Federal Reserve meeting later in the week. Market Movements At 05:00 ET (10:00 GMT): Dow Jones Futures rose 55 points (+0.1%). S&P 500 Futures gained 12 …
Read More »Aramco’s Q3 Profit Declines, but Dividends Remain Strong Amid Softer Oil Prices
Saudi oil giant Aramco (TADAWUL:2222) reported a 15.4% year-over-year decline in its third-quarter profits, attributing the drop to lower crude prices and weaker refining margins. However, Aramco reaffirmed its commitment to a substantial dividend, maintaining a $31.1 billion payout for the quarter. Profit Performance and Market Reaction For the quarter …
Read More »Asian Markets Mixed as U.S. Election and China’s Fiscal Policies Weigh on Sentiment
Most Asian markets faced declines on Tuesday, with traders cautious ahead of the U.S. presidential election and the Federal Reserve’s expected rate cut later in the week. The uncertain race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris has heightened risk aversion, keeping investors on the sidelines. Chinese Markets Supported by Positive …
Read More »What is Trump’s MAGANOMICS? Why Is It criticized?
MAGANOMICS is a term used to describe the economic policies advocated by former US President Donald Trump. These policies generally prioritize tax cuts, deregulation, and protectionist trade measures.“MAGAECONOMICS” refers to the economic policies and principles associated with former President Donald Trump’s “Make America Great Again” (MAGA) agenda. These policies were …
Read More »Dow Jones Dips Amid Election Uncertainty and Fed Rate Cut Expectations
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) declined over 0.29% on Monday, as investors grapple with uncertainty surrounding the US presidential election and the Federal Reserve’s upcoming rate decision.Market Volatility and Election ConcernsRecent fluctuations in election polls have heightened market volatility. The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) has surged above 20, indicating …
Read More »U.S. Stock Futures Rise Slightly as Election Week Begins
U.S. stock index futures ticked higher Monday morning as markets brace for a high-stakes week that includes the closely contested U.S. presidential election and a Federal Reserve policy meeting. At 06:10 ET, Dow Jones Futures were up by 60 points (0.1%), S&P 500 Futures rose by 12 points (0.2%), and …
Read More »Asian Markets Rise as China’s NPC Meeting Fuels Fiscal Stimulus Hopes
Most Asian stocks saw gains on Monday as investors awaited potential fiscal support announcements from China’s top policymakers. However, the rise was cautious, with investors also bracing for the U.S. Federal Reserve meeting and the upcoming U.S. presidential election. Key Developments: Low Trading Volumes: Market activity was subdued due to …
Read More »Weekly Recap: Q3 Earnings, Labour Data In Play Ahead of US Election Uncertainty
US Election Looms LargeThe upcoming US presidential election has cast a shadow of uncertainty over the global markets. As the two candidates remain neck-and-neck, investors brace for potential market volatility, especially in the immediate aftermath of the election. The USD/JPY pair has been particularly volatile, with the yen strengthening following …
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