Monday saw a temporary extension of the euro’s slide versus the US dollar as business activity figures for the euro zone economy disappointed. Prior to this, US statistics had indicated that activity remained stable. With markets already putting in a roughly 77% possibility for a cut of at least 25 …
Read More »Crude Oil surges after US PMI’s
Crude Oil advances higher after US PMI’s lead the way. Euopean PMI data shows a substantial decline in Services and Manufacturing activity in the region. The US Dollar Index strengthens on Monday, with European investors heading into the safe haven US dollar. Crude Oil makes a run for it and …
Read More »Euro Plunges as Grim Business Data Fuels Expectations of ECB Rate Cuts
The euro experienced a sharp decline against the dollar on Monday as recent business activity data painted a gloomy picture of the euro zone’s economic health, heightening expectations that the European Central Bank (ECB) may resort to more policy easing later this year. The common currency dropped by 0.6% to …
Read More »Euro Zone Business Activity Contracts Sharply Amid Manufacturing and Services Slowdown
Business activity in the euro zone saw an unexpected and sharp contraction this month, as the bloc’s dominant services sector stagnated, and the manufacturing downturn accelerated, according to data released on Monday. HCOB’s preliminary composite euro zone Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), compiled by S&P Global, dropped to 48.9 in September …
Read More »Oil Prices Rise Amid Middle East Tensions and U.S. Interest Rate Cut
Oil prices edged higher on Monday, driven by concerns over potential supply disruptions in the Middle East and optimism that the U.S. Federal Reserve’s significant interest rate cut last week would support demand. Brent crude futures for November delivery rose 22 cents, or 0.3%, to $74.71 a barrel by 0705 …
Read More »Bitcoin Extends Gains to One-Month High Amid Fed Rate Cut Optimism, Eyes More Economic Cues This Week
Bitcoin continued its upward momentum on Monday, reaching a one-month high as traders reacted positively to the Federal Reserve’s recent interest rate cut. However, trading volumes were subdued due to a market holiday in Japan and the anticipation of more economic signals in the coming days. Bitcoin rose 1.3% to …
Read More »Gold Prices Hit Record High Amid U.S. Rate Cut Optimism, Market Awaits More Economic Signals
Gold prices surged to a new record high in Asian trading, fueled by optimism surrounding recent U.S. interest rate cuts. Investors also exhibited caution ahead of a series of economic events this week, which further supported the yellow metal’s rise. Spot gold climbed 0.3% to reach a historic high of …
Read More »Financial Markets Weekly Recap: Fed’s Pivotal Shift Triggers Risk-On
Fed’s Aggressive Rate Cut Signals a New Era Last week, the Federal Reserve made a significant move by cutting its policy rate by a substantial 0.5%. This marked a significant departure from its previous stance of aggressive rate hikes aimed at curbing inflation. The larger-than-expected cut signals a critical …
Read More »Market Drivers: US Session, September 20 US Dollar Strengthens Amidst Fed Rate Cut and Economic OptimismThe US Dollar gained momentum following the Federal Reserve’s interest rate cut, reflecting growing market optimism about the US economy. The New York Fed’s Nowcast model projects robust economic growth in the third and fourth …
Read More »Dow Rallies Cautiously in Celebration Following Rate Cut
Dow Jones hovers near 42,000. Thus, the Index is heading for another winning week, but this time, Dow’s rally comes after Fed’s recent rate cut. The Dow Jones Industrial Average has surged to near 42,000 this week, following the Federal Reserve’s aggressive interest rate cut. This marks a significant turnaround …
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