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August, 2024

• 14 August 2024 8:36 pm

  Oil Prices Fluctuate Amid Middle East tensions

  

  A surprising increase in US commercial crude oil inventories has ignited market speculation as geopolitical tensions simmer in the Middle East. The US Energy Information Administration reported a 1.4-million barrel build in oil stockpiles for the previous week, a stark contrast to the American Petroleum Institute’s estimate of a 5.2 …

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• 14 August 2024 6:58 pm

  US Dollar Declines Following Soft CPI Reading

  

  The US Dollar has seen a slight decline due to lower US inflation, which has dampened its appeal. The softer but in-line CPI figures have given markets reason to feed on a dovish narrative, and markets still anticipate the first rate cut in September. The market’s expectations for the impending …

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• 14 August 2024 1:59 pm

  Japan’s Prime Minister Kishida to Resign Amid Scandals and Public Discontent

  

  Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced on Wednesday that he will step down next month, bowing to public dissatisfaction over political scandals and rising living costs that have overshadowed his three-year tenure. His resignation will trigger a leadership contest within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) in September to choose …

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• 14 August 2024 12:12 pm

  UK Inflation Rises in July but Falls Short of Expectations

  

  British consumer price inflation saw its first increase of the year in July, according to official figures released on Wednesday. However, the rise was more modest than anticipated, as the prices for services—a key focus for the Bank of England (BoE)—increased at a slower pace. The annual consumer price inflation …

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• 14 August 2024 10:28 am

  Oil Prices Rise Amid U.S. Inventory Drops and Middle East Tensions

  

  Oil prices climbed on Wednesday, driven by a decline in U.S. crude and gasoline inventories and concerns over potential escalations in the Israel-Gaza conflict that could impact global oil supplies. By 0540 GMT, Brent crude futures had increased by 56 cents, or 0.7%, to $81.25 a barrel. Similarly, U.S. West …

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• 14 August 2024 5:48 am

  

  The US dollar continued its losing streak on Tuesday, marking the third consecutive day of declines. This weakening of the greenback is a direct reflection of the broader risk-on sentiment that has gripped financial markets. As investors digested recent economic data and eagerly awaited the crucial US inflation report, the …

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• 14 August 2024 2:38 am

  A Closer Look on China’s Oil Demand, Latest Outlook by OPEC+

  

  China’s recent dip in oil imports is a puzzle with many pieces. It’s not simply about weaker demand; there’s a bigger story unfolding.For starters, China’s been busy filling its strategic oil reserves. Think of it as a nation stocking up for a rainy day, much like a homeowner preparing for …

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• 14 August 2024 1:49 am

  Fed Official Sees Room for Easing Policy

  

  Raphael Bostic, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, expressed concern about the current tight monetary policy, emphasizing the need for a more accommodative stance in the near future. Bostic also noted that recent inflation data has increased his confidence in the economy’s ability to achieve the 2% inflation …

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• 13 August 2024 11:41 pm

  Gold’s rally could continue on US inflation data

  

  Recent US inflation data released on Tuesday indicated a slower increase in producer prices. This has led to growing expectations that the Federal Reserve will soon lower interest rates. A weaker US dollar, resulting from these expectations, has benefited gold prices.Gold was the biggest winner following the release of the …

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• 13 August 2024 9:47 pm

  Dow Jones climbs following PPI data

  

  Dow Jones rose 300 points on Tuesday after US Producer Price Index inflation eased more than expected in July. This gave stocks a chance to breathe and sent the DJIA into 39,700.00. US PPI inflation eased to 2.2% YoY in July, falling below the expected 2.3% and further from the …

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• 13 August 2024 8:38 pm

  Oil’s Rally Paused on Easing Middle East Tensions

  

  Oil prices saw a significant drop on Tuesday, with both Brent and US crude oil futures falling more than $1 a barrel. This decrease is attributed to a reduced perception of imminent conflict in the Middle East. Markets had previously factored in a potential attack by Iran, leading to a …

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• 13 August 2024 6:12 pm

  July’s Wholesale inflation measures rises less than expected

  

  Wholesale inflation measures rises 0.1% in July, indicating that the Federal Reserve may start lowering interest rates. The producer price index (PPI), which measures selling prices producers receive for goods and services, increased 0.1% on the month, less than the 0.2% forecast. The core PPI was flat, with a rise …

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• 13 August 2024 12:30 pm

  European Shares Edge Up Amid Investor Caution Ahead of Key U.S. Data

  

  European shares inched higher on Tuesday as investors awaited crucial U.S. economic data expected later in the day, which could offer more insight into the Federal Reserve’s next interest rate move. However, a series of disappointing corporate earnings reports kept gains in check. By 0712 GMT, the STOXX 600 index …

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