Tesla has topped the auto industry in profit per vehicle for the year through March, with Tesla’s net profit being the highest among top automakers. Nine of 12 top global automakers made more money per vehicle in the year ended March than the previous year due to recovering supply chains …
Read More »Market Drivers: US Session
The US Dollar Index (DXY) is testing the 108.00 support level, even with rising US Treasury yields a…
Powell’s Impact: Powell’s Caution Dips The Dollar As Rate Adjustments “on Hold”
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Powell’s Pause: Stocks Steady Amid Uncertainty
US stock markets have recently experienced a period of mixed performance, influenced by new tariffs …
EU Vows Retaliation Against Trump’s Metal Tariffs
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Investors Still Tune In as Fed Chair Testifies Before US Lawmakers
Federal Reserve Chair testified before the US Senate on Tuesday, saying, “There is no need to …
First Remarks By Fed Chair Before Lawmakers As Investors Lend All Ears
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Explainer: Global Markets Focus On Key Clues As Powell Faces US Lawmakers In Washington
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EUR/USD Waits on J. Powell, Tariffs
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Market Analysis
June, 2024
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25 June 2024 6:10 pm
Gold prices in red territory ahead of PCE data
Gold CFDs are -0.40% down, trading at $2323.40 and spot gold is -0.45% down, trading at $2323.97 at the time of writing. As traders await additional information and news before taking positions, the gold market is experiencing a muted sentiment. Further hints regarding the direction of US interest rates—which are …
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25 June 2024 4:31 pm
Dollar’s Yen Advance Halted by Intervention Fears
The dollar’s relentless ascent against the yen faced a speed bump on Tuesday, as traders cautiously avoided breaching the 160 yen threshold due to growing concerns about potential intervention by Japanese authorities. Meanwhile, Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, experienced a partial rebound after suffering its worst single-day loss in over two …
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25 June 2024 1:50 pm
Bitcoin Price Dips Further Amidst Regulatory Concerns and Inflation Fears
Bitcoin’s downward trajectory continued on Tuesday, as the cryptocurrency grappled with a confluence of negative factors, including regulatory concerns, particularly surrounding U.S. actions and German government sales, coupled with broader risk aversion in the market. The world’s largest cryptocurrency slid 2.4% in the past 24 hours, reaching $61,332.0 by 01:22 …
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25 June 2024 11:55 am
Gold Prices Dip Amid Dollar Strength and Inflation Watch
Gold prices retreated in Asian trade on Tuesday, remaining within a narrow band around the low $2,300s as a resilient dollar and anticipation of key U.S. inflation data dampened investor appetite for the precious metal. Despite a slight overnight dip in the dollar, the greenback held its ground, buoyed by …
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25 June 2024 11:22 am
Oil Prices Stabilize Amid Cautious Market Sentiment and Strong Summer Demand
Oil prices remained largely unchanged on Tuesday, following a rise in the previous session. Investors are cautiously awaiting the release of U.S. consumer price data, which could influence interest rate decisions and subsequently impact oil demand. However, expectations of increased consumption during the peak summer driving season in the U.S. …
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25 June 2024 10:49 am
Asian Markets Recover Amidst Trade War Jitters and Inflation Watch
Asian stocks bounced back on Tuesday, regaining some lost ground as investors cautiously awaited further developments in the potential trade war between China and the West. Upcoming inflation data also remained in focus, as it could provide clues about the future trajectory of interest rates. China’s Markets Stabilize, Trade Tensions …
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25 June 2024 2:35 am
Market Drivers; US Session, June 24
The recent price surge in crude oil is a result of a combination of factors, including positive demand signals from the US and escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and Ukraine. Unexpected draws in U.S. oil inventories and improved gasoline demand have painted a brighter picture for crude, while …
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25 June 2024 1:27 am
High Interest Rates Still Needed to Lower Inflation, Fed official Hints
According to Fed official Mary Daly, higher interest rates are still required to reduce inflation and demand in the US economy. Though it’s unclear which scenario is more plausible, Daly thinks the Fed is prepared to act in response to both a deteriorating labour market and inflation staying above its …
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25 June 2024 12:08 am
Canada ponders fresh tariffs on imports of Chinese EVs
Canada is considering imposing new import tariffs on electric vehicles from China. This move aligns with Canada’s efforts to secure a significant role in the global electric car supply chain. Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland cited concerns about China’s excess production of electric vehicles, which Canada argues creates unfair competition …
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24 June 2024 11:10 pm
Gold Benefits from Weaker USD Ahead of PCE Data
Gold is benefiting from a weaker US Dollar, edging up by 0.45% amidst firm US Treasury bond yields. Investors are closely watching the upcoming PCE The Federal Reserve’s favoured inflation indicator, the PCE Price Index, is expected soon, and investors are eagerly monitoring it since it may affect expectations for …
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24 June 2024 9:05 pm
The Dollar Takes a Break After a Week’s Rally
The US dollar gained ground last week but stumbled at the start of this one. The Federal Reserve is urging caution on loosening its grip on interest rates too soon.Mixed economic data, like spending figures and revised GDP numbers, are on investors’ radar. On Monday, the US dollar, according to …
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24 June 2024 7:48 pm
Official Suggests ECB’s Policy Divergence from Fed Temporary
European Central Bank Executive Board member Isabel Schnabel downplayed the likelihood that interest rates in the euro zone will take a significantly different path from those in the US. “So far this hasn’t really played out that much,” Schnabel told a panel discussion Monday in Berlin. “The macro economy is …
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