Market Update

Eurozone manufacturing activity contracted in June due to faster contractions in output, new orders, and employment, according to the latest HCOB Purchasing Managers’ survey data by S&P Global. The manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) fell to 45.8 in June from May’s 14-month high of 47.3, suggesting a strong and accelerated …

The GBP/USD pair has fallen due to concerns of a potential US recession, with technical facors suggesting a neutral to downward bias. The pair has experienced a series of lower highs and lows, dragging the pair from year-to-date highs of 1.2894 toward current exchange rates. The daily moving averages (DMAs) …

Despite the Japanese Yen’s extreme weakening, the USD/JPY remains firm above 161.00. With the Yen weakening, the BoJ anticipates tightening policy much more. The US dollar is affected by the weak US Manufacturing PMI. The USD/JPY pair moves up above 161.00 during the New York session on Monday. Amidst ambiguity …

Bitcoin’s price saw a modest recovery on Monday, rising more than 2% to $62,838.9 by 08:59 ET. This rebound came amidst broader market uncertainty and concerns surrounding the impending distribution of stolen Bitcoin from the now-defunct exchange Mt. Gox. Mt. Gox Liquidation and Potential Selling Pressure The liquidators of Mt. …

The eurozone’s manufacturing sector experienced a deeper contraction in June, as demand plummeted despite factories continuing to lower prices, according to a recent survey. HCOB’s final eurozone manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), compiled by S&P Global, dropped to 45.8 in June from 47.3 in May, slightly exceeding the preliminary estimate …

Gold prices experienced a slight dip in Asian trading on Monday, hovering within a narrow range as traders cautiously await key signals from the Federal Reserve and further economic data. Despite increased expectations of a U.S. interest rate cut, the yellow metal struggled to capitalize on the weakening dollar, maintaining …

Asian stocks experienced a mixed session on Monday, with most indices hovering within a flat-to-low range. Investors grappled with conflicting signals from Chinese business activity surveys and lingering uncertainty surrounding the future of U.S. interest rates. Key Takeaways: Mixed Chinese PMIs: Government data revealed a second consecutive month of contraction …

In this report, we take a look back at the latest five trading days with a focus on the market news, economic data and headlines that had the most impact on key financial assets; including oil and gold prices as well as the key correlated assets. It is an opportunity …

The US dollar is preparing for French elections risk over the weekend, with early recovery thanks to recent statements by Trump and Suzuki. The PCE data is in line with expectations, with the index hovering around 106.00, back to Wednesday’s levels. Traders are still digesting the Trump-Biden debate, where many …

Nike shares declined in early Friday trading, setting up the stock for a loss of around $21 billion. The world’s biggest sportswear group issued gloomy near-term sales forecasts that could test investor patience for its ongoing turnaround strategy. Nike launched a $2 billion cost-cutting plan last year under CEO John …