As the Federal Reserve prepares to announce its interest rate decision, financial markets worldwide are on tenterhooks. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, tantalizingly close to record highs, reflects the widespread anticipation for a significant rate cut. Investors hope this move will provide a much-needed boost to the faltering economy.Fed’s Looming …
Read More »Explainer: Earnings The Real Catalyst For S&P 500’s Rebound
As the Federal Reserve prepares to cut interest rates, investors are eagerly anticipating a broader market recovery. While the Fed’s actions will undoubtedly provide a supportive environment, it’s crucial to recognize that earnings growth is the true catalyst for the S&P 500’s rebound.Beyond Big Tech: A Broad-Based RallyWhile Big Tech …
Read More »EUR/GBP Undergoes A Persistent Bearish Trend
The EUR/GBP pair has been under sustained selling pressure, with recent price action reinforcing the bearish outlook. The pair’s failure to breach the 20-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) has served as a catalyst for further declines, indicating that sellers have maintained control of the market.The EUR/GBP pair is facing a …
Read More »GBP/USD Maintains Bullish Outlook Ahead of Looming Fed Rate Cut
The Pound Sterling’s Resurgence The Pound Sterling (GBP) has staged a remarkable comeback against the US Dollar (USD), surging to a five-day peak of 1.3214. This rally is primarily driven by the growing expectation that the Federal Reserve (Fed) will implement a substantial interest rate cut at its upcoming monetary …
Read More »U.S. Stock Futures Hold Steady Ahead of Fed Meeting
U.S. stock index futures saw minimal movement on Monday, as investors awaited a key Federal Reserve meeting expected to kick off a rate-cutting cycle. As of 5:50 AM ET (9:50 GMT), Dow Jones Futures rose 60 points (0.1%), S&P 500 Futures edged up by 3 points (0.1%), while Nasdaq 100 …
Read More »European Stocks Slip as Traders Eye Fed’s Rate Decision and Key Economic Data
European shares began the week on a cautious note, with the pan-European STOXX 600 index down 0.3% as of 0710 GMT on Monday. Traders are bracing for a highly anticipated rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve, with many expecting a larger-than-forecast reduction. All major European markets and most sector …
Read More »Oil Prices Inch Higher Amid Fed Rate Cut Speculation, Weaker China Data Caps Gains
Oil prices saw a slight uptick in early trading on Monday, supported by growing expectations of an interest rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve later this week. However, the gains were tempered by ongoing concerns about weak economic data from China and demand uncertainties. Brent and U.S. Crude Prices …
Read More »Gold Hits Record High Amid Fed Rate Cut Speculation and Trump Assassination Attempt
Gold prices surged to a record high in Asian trading on Monday, driven by heightened speculation that the Federal Reserve may cut interest rates more aggressively later this week. Adding to the bullish sentiment for safe-haven assets were reports of a second assassination attempt on Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, …
Read More »Asian Markets Brace for Federal Reserve Rate Cut Amid Yen Surge
Asian currencies saw muted activity in Monday’s holiday-thinned trade, with regional markets focused on the highly anticipated Federal Reserve meeting this week. While markets in Japan, China, and South Korea were closed for holidays, the Japanese yen made significant gains, hitting an eight-month high, as traders positioned ahead of key …
Read More »Was ECB’S Rate Cut A Risky Gamble for the Euro?
The market is currently focused on the potential policy decisions of the Fed, with strategists believing that the risk of EUR/USD dropping back to 1.10 is high. Market expectations regarding a possible September rate cut from the Fed began to firm up in July, leading to the USD underperforming all …
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