Inflationary pressures in the Eurozone persist even after the headline CPI has recently slowed down. The total price index has decreased, but underlying factors—especially the inflation of services—remain persistently high. The European Central Bank’s (ECB) monetary policy actions are being influenced by the ongoing inflationary environment, which may have major …
Read More »Wall Street Cheers: Latest PCE Eases Rate Cut Concerns
US stocks were poised for a strong finish to the week on Friday, buoyed by the latest reading on the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index, the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge. The data indicated that prices rose in line with expectations in July, easing concerns about persistently high inflation and …
Read More »Eurozone Inflation Hits Three-Year Low, Fuelling ECB Rate Cut Expectations
Eurozone inflation fell to its lowest level in three years in August, according to data released on Friday, raising expectations of another interest rate cut by the European Central Bank (ECB) next month. Headline Inflation: Consumer price growth slowed to 2.2% year-on-year in August, down from 2.6% in July, moving …
Read More »Oil Prices Edge Up Amid Supply Concerns; Demand Weakness Limits Gains
Oil prices rose slightly on Friday as investors weighed concerns over supply disruptions in Libya and Iraq, though signs of weakened demand, particularly from China, capped the gains. Price Movements Brent Crude: October futures increased by 39 cents, or 0.5%, to $80.33 a barrel. The November contract, more actively traded, …
Read More »European Shares Hit Record High Amid Optimism, Caution Ahead of Eurozone Inflation Data
European shares reached an all-time high on Friday, with the pan-European STOXX 600 index climbing 0.2% to 525.65 points by 0713 GMT. This gain surpassed the previous record of 525.59 points set in June, and the index is on track for a fourth consecutive week of gains. The benchmark is …
Read More »Bitcoin Slides Amid Caution Over U.S. Inflation Data, Nursing August Losses
Bitcoin prices fell slightly on Thursday as markets remained cautious ahead of a key U.S. inflation reading that could influence the outlook for interest rate cuts. The cryptocurrency is set to end August with significant losses, driven by a broader risk-off sentiment that has affected financial markets. Bitcoin Struggles in …
Read More »Asian Stocks Recover as Tech Rebounds; Chinese Shares Bounce Back from Six-Month Lows
Asian stocks rose on Friday, driven by a recovery in technology shares and month-end bargain buying, particularly in China, which helped to reverse some of the heavy losses seen earlier in August. Tech Recovery and Positive Wall Street Cues Boost Asian Markets The recovery in Asian markets followed a positive …
Read More »Gold Prices Dip Slightly, Remain Near Record Highs as Markets Await U.S. Inflation Data
Gold prices saw a slight decline in Asian trade on Friday, though they remained close to record highs as investors awaited crucial U.S. inflation data that could provide further insight into the Federal Reserve’s interest rate outlook. Gold Prices Hold Strong Despite Slight Dip Spot gold edged down by 0.3% …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session, August 26
The US Dollar continued its upward trajectory, boosted by higher interest rates and stronger-than-expected economic indicators. This surge was particularly pronounced ahead of the release of crucial Personal Consumption Expenditure (PCE) inflation data on Friday.Economic Data:Initial jobless claims fell to 231,000 for the week ending August 25, compared to the …
Read More »What Was Exactly Behind Bitcoin’s Recent Sudden Fluctuations?
Bitcoin has exhibited substantial price volatility in recent times, trading within a narrow band between $60,000 and $65,000 per unit. This market instability has had a cascading effect on other, less valuable cryptocurrencies. For example, BNB has fluctuated between $460 and $635, with a discernible support level at $460 to …
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