Asian stocks largely declined on Wednesday, driven by uncertainties surrounding the U.S. presidential race and growing concerns over trade tensions. Chinese markets took a particularly sharp hit, with the Shanghai Composite and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 indexes falling 0.8% and 0.2%, respectively, reaching seven-month lows. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session, September 10
Markets Await Key US Data, Central Bank DecisionThe US dollar maintained its upward trajectory on Tuesday, although its momentum appeared to be slowing as investors cautiously awaited the release of crucial US economic data. The US Dollar Index (DXY) remained near the upper end of its trading range, hovering around …
Read More »XAU/USD Surges As Traders Eye US Inflation Data
Gold prices experienced a surge on Tuesday as investors eagerly awaited the release of crucial US economic data and the first presidential debate in the course of the 2024’s US elections. The precious metal gained momentum as the US dollar weakened and Treasury yields declined, reflecting market expectations for a …
Read More »Stock Market Turbulence: Investors Brace for Key Events
Mixed Market Performance: Investors are regrouping after a tumultuous few days in the markets. With a pivotal moment in the presidential campaign and the release of a key economic indicator just hours away, stocks were mixed, and oil prices fell to their lowest levels since December 2021.Political and Economic InfluencesTuesday …
Read More »Why China’s Economic Tempest Globally Matters
Navigating the Challenges and Risks: The economic storm brewing within China’s borders threatens to unleash a global tempest of unprecedented proportions. Once a symbol of rapid economic growth and development, China is now grappling with a complex web of challenges that could have far-reaching consequences. The country’s debt-laden property market, …
Read More »Dollar rallies Ahead of Presidential Debate
The US Dollar is currently experiencing a 0.31% surge, at the 101.641mark, gaining strength ahead of the highly anticipated presidential debate. This upward trend continues despite the Federal Reserve’s persistent dovish stance on monetary policy. While the debate’s outcome could significantly influence the USD’s trajectory, analysts remain cautious, anticipating potential …
Read More »What is Behind Recent Sharp Declines in Oil Price
On Friday, Brent finished at its lowest level since December 2021, down to $70.6 per barrel—its lowest level since March 2023. WTI dropped to $67.2, a 14-month low. Brent saw a weekly loss of about 10%, which was made worse by the contract rollover at the beginning of the month. …
Read More »Explainer: Why Dollar Stores’ Crisis Matters
The latest plight of Dollar Stores in the United States is a microcosm of the broader economic challenges facing the nation. As these once-thriving retailers grapple with declining sales and increasing pressures, it looks imperative to examine the underlying factors contributing to their downfall.The struggles of Dollar Stores are a …
Read More »Explainer: How Reluctant OPEC+, Demand Concerns weigh on Oil Market
The main cause of the current pessimistic assessment is growing demand fears following disappointing economic statistics from the three major oil demand regions: the US, China, and Europe. This has resulted in a rise in risk aversion.It appears that there has been an overstatement of the price reduction. Consequently, pressure …
Read More »U.S. Stock Futures Flat as Investors Await Inflation Data, Potential Fed Rate Cuts
U.S. stock futures hovered near the flatline on Tuesday, as investors awaited key inflation data and deliberated over the potential size of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. By 07:00 ET (11:00 GMT), Dow and S&P 500 futures were largely unchanged, while Nasdaq 100 futures dipped 29 points (0.2%). On Monday, …
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