Market Update

US Treasury bond yields have been declining since the beginning of daily trading on Thursday, affected by inflation readings. The latest CPI print, for April, shed light on positive numbers that may push the Fed in the direction of lowering interest rates.The consumer price index reading in the United States …

The USD/JPY pair is easing back, US Dollar sees broad-market selling pressure. US CPI inflation ticked lower, sparking rate cut hopes. Japanese GDP in the barrel for early Thursday. The USD/JPY pair eased on Wednesday, backsliding into the 155.00 handle after the US Dollar (USD) eased across the board, shedding …

On May 15, 2024, Bitcoin was trading at approximately $62,775, up 1.8% in the last 24 hours. The US Consumer Price Index inflation data was the big event on the day, with expectations of a 3.4% year-on-year increase (slower than March’s 3.5%). Analysts speculated that a softer-than-expected CPI reading could …

Oil prices are 0.25% down, sliding below $78.00 after both OPEC and the International Energy Administration (IEA) released their monthly reports. OPEC stuck to previous expectations, while sluggish demand is forecasted in the IEA release. The US Dollar Index eases ahead of the US CPI print, with markets expecting a …

GBP/USD climbs past 100-DMA, with buyers gaining traction. Buying interest remains strong, as RSI points upwards, yet to become overbought. Key resistance lies at 1.2670, which would exacerbate followed by 1.2700. Sellers target a close below the 100-DMA to challenge 1.2600.The Pound Sterling advanced some 0.30% and hit a five-week …

The latest report from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reveals that the Consumer Price Index (CPI), a key measure of inflation in the United States, remained unchanged at 3.4% on a yearly basis for the month of April. This figure aligns precisely with market forecasts, indicating stability in …

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has revealed its ambitious plan to invest €7.8 billion ($8.4 billion) in Germany by 2040, aimed at establishing a dedicated cloud computing infrastructure tailored for Europe. This initiative underscores AWS’s commitment to expanding its presence in the region and addressing the growing demand for cloud services …

Boosted by Multiple FactorsOil prices climbed on Wednesday, propelled by a combination of factors including a weakening U.S. dollar, inventory declines, and optimistic inflation data. Brent crude futures surged by 0.5% to reach $82.77 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures (WTI) also rose by 0.5% to $78.44 …

Record High for European StocksEurope’s benchmark index surged to a record high on Wednesday, propelled by optimistic earnings reports in the industrial and healthcare sectors. The pan-European STOXX 600 climbed 0.4%, building on its previous record close. Earnings BoostShares of credit data firm Experian soared 7.8% after announcing an optimistic …

Bitcoin’s DownturnBitcoin experienced a slight decline on Wednesday, failing to capitalize on a weakened dollar as traders adopted a cautious stance ahead of key U.S. consumer inflation data. The world’s largest cryptocurrency dipped by 0.9% to $61,974.9, signaling subdued market sentiment. Fed’s Cautionary RemarksBitcoin’s lackluster performance persisted despite the dollar’s …