Market Update

The S&P 500 climbed to a fresh record on Wednesday, breaking above 5,600 for the first time due to a sharp rise in semiconductor stocks. The broad market index jumped 1.02%, closing at 5,633.91 and notching a seventh straight day of gains. The Nasdaq Composite advanced 1.18%, also hitting an …

The Eurozone debt crisis, which began in 2009, was triggered by high levels of public debt, particularly in countries grouped under the acronym “PIIGS” (Portugal, Ireland, Italy, Greece, and Spain). The crisis followed the global financial downturn that started in 2008. When the US housing bubble burst, banks worldwide faced …

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s recent testimony before the House Financial Services Committee and the Senate Banking Committee was closely watched by investors, economists, and policymakers. As the U.S. economy faces a delicate balancing act between inflation, employment, and financial stability, Powell’s remarks offer critical insights. In this comprehensive article, …

As inflationary pressures persist worldwide, commodities have emerged as a focal point for investors seeking stability and growth. Among the trio of silver, oil, and gold, each commodity tells a unique story of resilience and opportunity.Industrial DynamoSilver, often dubbed the “poor man’s gold,” has surged approximately 22.5% in the first …

Jerome Powell, Chairman of the US Federal Reserve (Fed), delivers the Semi-Annual Monetary Policy Report and responds to questions before the House Financial Services Committee on the second day of his Congressional testimony. Key Quotes:“We see current Fed policy as restrictive.”“The neutral interest rate must have moved up at least …

China’s consumer inflation remained tepid last month, with factory-gate prices continuing to fall, indicating a lackluster demand despite Beijing’s efforts to boost consumption.The National Bureau of Statistics reported that the consumer-price index rose for a fifth consecutive month in June, slightly up 0.2% from a year earlier. Factory-gate prices remained …

European stocks saw a modest rise on Wednesday, driven by positive corporate earnings reports. However, gains were tempered by weakness in oil and metal prices, and investors remained cautious ahead of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s second day of testimony, seeking further clues on interest rate policy. Market Performance and …

The US dollar remained near three-week lows as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell adopted a cautious stance during his testimony to Congress, highlighting the need for “greater confidence” in declining inflation before considering a rate cut. Powell acknowledged the cooling labor market, but the upcoming Consumer Price Index (CPI) report …

Asian stock markets remained largely rangebound on Wednesday, as investors digested mixed inflation figures from China and Japan, while closely monitoring Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s testimony for clues on potential interest rate cuts. Key Takeaways: Mixed Inflation Data: Japanese producer price index (PPI) inflation rose slightly in June, but …

The U.S. dollar remained near a three-week low on Wednesday, despite slight gains, as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s cautious tone in his testimony to Congress tempered risk sentiment. Meanwhile, the New Zealand dollar weakened on the prospect of a rate cut. Powell’s Testimony and Market Reaction In his first …