Market Update

Last week, the financial markets were shaped by significant data releases across several major economies, notably the United States and the eurozone. In the eurozone, data published by the European Statistics Office (Eurostat) on Friday indicated that the region’s annual harmonized consumer price index (HICP) rose by 2.6% in February, …

US stocks experienced a surge in intraday records, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq reaching new highs. The Nasdaq set a new intraday record, surpassing its November 2021 peak of 16,212.23. Technology stocks, particularly Nvidia and AMD, saw significant gains, with shares climbing 3.73% and 4.82% respectively. The Philadelphia semiconductor …

Friday’s gold market surge is still going strong since all of the market’s moving parts appear to be pointing towards higher prices in the end. The price of the precious metal has increased by 2.08% to $2086.50 per ounce as of this writing.The early hours of Friday saw a slight …

The US Dollar Index traded in a downward trend at 103.7, before recovering, at the time of writing, to 103.895, denoting a decline of 0.24%, and representing a weak end to the trading week.The US ISM Manufacturing PMI fell disappointingly at 47.8, far from expectations of a 49.5 mark. Expectations …

The latest Monetary Policy Report from the US Fed highlights the US central bank’s stance on the current economic and inflation outlook, and what it will take for Fed policymakers to feel comfortable enough to begin cutting interest rates.Key highlightsInflation expectations are broadly consistent with 2% goal.Labour market remains tight, …

Another shutdown is looming in the United States. What does all this mean for the US dollar? Economists analyze dollar’s performance outlook.This is not the first time that a federal government shutdown is looming in the United States. There have also been longer actual shutdowns until an agreement was reached …

Eurozone inflation moderated in February, falling to its lowest level since November. Despite the slowdown, inflation remains above analysts’ expectations, posing a challenge for the European Central Bank (ECB) amidst speculation about future rate hikes. Key Inflation Figures: Eurostat Data Highlights Eurostat data revealed that the consumer price index rose …

European stocks kicked off the month on a positive note, buoyed by gains in global markets fueled by encouraging US inflation data. Investors are optimistic about the prospects of inflation easing in the euro zone and are closely monitoring monetary policy signals. Market Performance: STOXX 600 Index Climbs The European …

Introduction: Japanese Market Achieves Milestone Japan’s Nikkei index soared to unprecedented heights on Friday, propelled by a surge in technology-related stocks following record highs in American markets. Positive remarks from Federal Reserve officials regarding interest rates further bolstered investor confidence. Record-Breaking Performance: Nikkei Hits New Peak The Nikkei index achieved …

Introduction: Geopolitical Developments Impact Crude Prices Oil prices experienced a modest increase on Friday, with ongoing tensions in Gaza contributing to market fluctuations. The situation intensified following reports of fatalities among Palestinians waiting for aid, adding complexity to ceasefire negotiations. Brent Crude Futures: Slight Uptick Brent crude futures for May …