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 »Stubborn Inflation Ghost: PCE Data Haunts the Fed
The specter of persistent inflation continues to loom over the US economy, as evidenced by the latest Personal Consumption Expenditure (PCE) Price Index report. The core PCE, the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge, edged up to 2.8% year-over-year in October, defying expectations and raising concerns about the central bank’s ability …
Read More »Asian Markets Decline Amid Tariff Worries, Currencies Remain Volatile
Asian equities dropped on Wednesday as heightened concerns over potential U.S. trade tariffs under President-elect Donald Trump unsettled investors. Volatility extended to currency markets, with major trading partners like Canada, Mexico, and China feeling the brunt of tariff threats. Asian Equities Fall Amid Tariff Anxiety The broad MSCI Asia-Pacific index …
Read More »US Stock Market Eyes Fresh Record as Wall Street Shrugs Off Trump’s Tariff Threat
US stocks mostly shrugged off President-elect Donald Trump’s threat to impose fresh tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico on Tuesday, showing resilience despite the potential trade tensions.Market PerformanceThe S&P 500 edged up roughly 0.4%, eyeing a record close, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite jumped about 0.5%. The Dow Jones Industrial …
Read More »Dow Jones Soars On Market Optimism Stirred By Bessent’s Nomination for Treasury Dept
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) surged to a new all-time high just below the 44,800 mark on Monday. This bullish movement in equity markets was driven by two significant factors: the anticipation of Scott Bessent as the new Treasury Secretary under President-elect Donald Trump, and the rumors of a …
Read More »What Do Global Markets Expect From Trump’s Pick for Treasury Secretary?
Financial markets responded positively on Monday to President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of hedge fund manager Scott Bessent as US Treasury Secretary. Currencies across the globe rallied, reflecting investor optimism that Bessent, founder of Key Square Group, could temper some of Trump’s more extreme economic views.Market ReactionsThe US Dollar Index (DXY), …
Read More »Why Trump’s Looming Policies Still Trigger Inflation Concerns
As Donald Trump’s second term approaches, his policy proposals have sparked widespread concern about a potential resurgence of inflation. However, leading economists argue that these fears may be overstated. The debate centers around the impact of Trump’s policies versus the role of the Federal Reserve and money supply dynamics.Immediate Market …
Read More »Dow climbs as US dollar softens
The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed sharply higher on Thursday, surging over 600 points. This significant gain marks a rebound from a recent market pullback and reflects renewed investor optimism. Key factors driving the rally include a robust job market, as evidenced by the decline in weekly jobless claims, and …
Read More »Dow Jones Treads Water Ahead of Key Events: Nvidia Earnings, Economic Data
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) commenced the week on a cautious note, hovering near the 43,000 mark. Investor sentiment remains subdued as market participants eagerly await two key events: Nvidia’s highly anticipated earnings report and the release of crucial economic indicators. Nvidia Takes Center StageChipmaker Nvidia is poised to …
Read More »Fed’s Cook: Could see a pause on rate moves if inflation progress slows
Federal Reserve Board of Governors member Lisa Cook noted on Wednesday that while she views the overall economic outlook within the US as fairly balanced, the Fed might get forced into a pause on rate cuts if inflation progress slows down while employment remains solid.Key QuotesIf the labour market and …
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