Market Update

The US dollar bounces back after falling on Friday as a result of Powell’s dovish comments. The market expects a 100 basis point ease by year-end and a 200 basis point ease overall over the next 12 months. Later this week, PCE figures will come into focus. The US Dollar …

Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) reached a new all-time high of 41,419.65 on Monday, despite a generally quiet trading day. This follows a significant surge last week after the Federal Reserve signaled a potential rate cut in September.Investors are still digesting the impact of the Federal Reserve’s comments, which indicated …

US Treasury yields are attempting to hold firm in the face of expectations for interest rate cuts. Yields on US government bonds are trying to withstand the rising expectations of interest rate cuts next month, supported by optimism that has prevailed in the markets since the statements of Mary Daly, …

WTI’s recovery above $76.50 reflects a delicate balance between supply risks and market dynamics. Geopolitical tensions in Libya, coupled with broader economic factors, continue to shape the oil landscape. As investors keep a close eye on developments, the WTI price remains susceptible to sudden shifts.West Texas Intermediate (WTI), a crucial …

US Air Force General C.Q. Brown, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, recently stated that the risk of a broader Middle East conflict has somewhat diminished after Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah engaged in an exchange of fire without further escalation. However, General Brown also warned that Iran still poses …

As interest rate cuts become closer, investors are closely watching economic data to assess whether the “soft landing” scenario that has supported U.S. stock performance in 2024 can continue.Fed Chair Jerome Powell recently signaled an impending reduction in interest rates. The process is expected to begin next month with a …

U.S. stock index futures showed slight gains on Monday morning, as the markets appeared to take a breather following a robust performance last week. Investors are cautiously optimistic, bolstered by the expectation of a potential rate cut from the Federal Reserve in September. However, the upcoming week promises to be …

European stocks remained subdued on Monday, with the pan-European STOXX 600 index trading flat at 518.22 by 0708 GMT. The market is cautiously awaiting a series of significant economic reports throughout the week, which could influence investor sentiment and market movements. Market Overview:The STOXX 600 index remained steady after touching …

Bitcoin’s price experienced a slight decline on Monday, as a weekend rally lost momentum. Despite this pullback, optimism over potential interest rate cuts has kept the cryptocurrency near a one-month high. Bitcoin’s Performance:The price of Bitcoin fell 0.3% to $63,952.7 by 01:59 ET (05:59 GMT).The cryptocurrency had surged over the …

Asian shares cautiously moved higher on Monday, supported by a decline in the dollar and bond yields as investors anticipated key inflation data that could signal upcoming rate cuts in both the United States and Europe. However, lingering concerns over geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and upcoming corporate earnings …