German industrial orders unexpectedly contracted for the fourth consecutive month in April, primarily due to a significant decrease in large-scale orders compared to the previous month. This decline, however, was partially offset by a rise in orders excluding large-scale projects, suggesting potential signs of recovery in the sector. According to …
Read More »Euro Edges Up Ahead of ECB Rate Decision, Dollar Dips on Easing Labor Market
The euro gained slightly on Thursday as traders awaited the European Central Bank’s (ECB) policy decision, where a rate cut is widely anticipated. Meanwhile, the dollar weakened due to renewed expectations of Federal Reserve easing later this year. The Canadian dollar also saw a modest increase, recovering from earlier losses, …
Read More »Asian Chipmakers Ride the AI Wave, Propelled by Nvidia’s Soaring Valuation
Asian chipmaking stocks experienced a significant boost on Thursday, mirroring the overnight rally of market darling Nvidia. This surge was fueled by renewed optimism surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential to drive demand for semiconductors. Nvidia, the leading manufacturer of advanced AI chips, achieved a historic milestone, surpassing a …
Read More »Predicting the Next Big Disruption: Emerging Technologies and Trade
Contemporary technologies are undoubtedly reshaping the financial assets and trading industry, and markets are undergoing major transformations due to emerging technologies. This report explores some of the key areas of influence of the most prominent technologies in today’s world.Blockchain and supply chain transparency: Blockchain technology ensures secure and transparent transactions …
Read More »Market Drivers: US Session, June 5
The US dollar continued its weekly recovery, gaining ground even as US yields displayed a mixed tone across the yield curve. Investors are now factoring in the possibility of two interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve later this year. Meanwhile, market participants are fully anticipating a 25 basis point …
Read More »What can markets expect from ECB’s rate decision?
Based on recent signals from central bank officials that the economy qualifies monetary authorities for this option, the ECB is widely expected to cut rates at its meeting, on Thursday, June 6.If this forecast comes to pass, it will be the first European cut for lending interest since 2016 and …
Read More »ADP data drives US stocks higher
US stocks rose on Wednesday due to the slowing of job gains in May, as private employers added 152,000 jobs last month, less than expected. This data suggests that the US labor market is cooling, boosting investor hopes that the Fed could cut interest rates later this year. Nvidia (NVDA) …
Read More »What can US ADP data tell about gold price outlook?
The US ADP data, which has been a significant factor in gold traders’ predictions, has missed the forecast and has altered the outlook for the Fed. The US central bank’s strategy has led to a decline in the dollar index and a positive impact on the gold price. However, the …
Read More »USD/CAD spiked after BoC rate decision, US ISM Services PMI data
The USD/CAD pair rallies after the Bank of Canada decides to cut its key interest rate at its June meeting. The decision was widely expected but still weighs on the Canadian Dollar, lifting the pair which also gets a second boost after US ISM Services PMIs surprise to the upside, …
Read More »Noor Capital | Interview with Mohammad Hashad on Dubai TV – June 5
Mohammed Hashad, Head of Research and Development Department at Noor Capital, Member of the US Association of Technical Analysts, commented and analyzed the most prominent developments across markets as well as the performance of the most important assets, in an interview on Dubai TV.As investors, analysts and traders are awaiting …
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