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June, 2024

• 3 June 2024 1:07 pm

  Eurozone Manufacturing Downturn Shows Signs of Easing

  

  The prolonged downturn in eurozone manufacturing activity may be nearing its end, according to a recent survey revealing a slower pace of decline in new orders compared to the past two years. This positive development has led to improved business confidence within the sector. HCOB’s final euro zone manufacturing Purchasing …

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• 3 June 2024 10:50 am

  Gold Dips as Risk-On Sentiment and Easing Geopolitical Tensions Outweigh Rate Cut Hopes

  

  Gold prices retreated in Asian trading on Monday, despite a weaker dollar and increased expectations of rate cuts. A surge in risk-driven assets, fueled by optimism over cooling U.S. inflation and potential easing of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, overshadowed the allure of the yellow metal. Spot gold declined …

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• 3 June 2024 3:36 am

  Weekly Recap: Global Markets Navigate Inflation Concerns, Policy Shifts, and Oil Uncertainty

  

  As May draws to a close and June begins, financial markets worldwide find themselves at a critical juncture. Economic data reveals a mixed picture, with signs of easing inflation tempered by ongoing concerns about growth and the potential for further policy tightening. Central banks grapple with diverging paths, while oil …

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• 1 June 2024 3:05 am

  White House Advisor Comments on PCE Data

  

  Interviewed by Bloomberg TV, White House Advisor Jared Bernstein commented on the US economic scene post the key inflation released on Friday. Asked whether Americans are back to soft landing talk? Bernstein said that the consensus among many was that the kind of stall and disinflation in Q1 of this …

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• 1 June 2024 12:09 am

  Why have gold prices retreated following PCE data?

  

  Both spot gold and gold futures are down about -0.70 following the US PCE data released on 31/05/2024, the persistent question now is: “What factors and market drivers have recently impacted the performance of the precious metal?”Before we dive into the factors affecting their performance, let’s briefly understand the differences …

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May, 2024

• 31 May 2024 11:13 pm

  Dow Jones rebounds after a heavy week of losses

  

  Dow Jones rebounds from lows near 38,000.00 after heavy backslide. Market sentiment recovering as rate cut hopes rise once again. US PCE Price Index inflation cools faster than expected. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) rebounded nearly 580 points on Friday as investor sentiment turned higher after US Personal Consumption …

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• 31 May 2024 8:26 pm

  Oil falls back in red territory following PCE figures

  

  Crude prices gave up on previous attempts to avert losses and ultimately lost -0.69%, trading at $76.85 per barrel, the low of the North American session, while Brent dropped to $81.03 earlier in the day. At the time of writing, Crude Oil (WTI) trades at $77.31 and Brent Crude at …

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• 31 May 2024 5:04 pm

  U.S. Inflation Stalls, Raising Concerns for Fed and Rate Cut Timeline

  

  U.S. inflation remained unchanged in April, raising concerns for the Federal Reserve that the high pace of price increases might persist longer than expected. This development casts doubt on the timeline for potential interest rate cuts. The personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index, a key inflation gauge closely monitored by …

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• 31 May 2024 3:58 pm

  Dell Stock Plunges on AI Investment Impact, Dampening Profit Outlook

  

  Dell Technologies shares suffered a significant drop of around 14% in premarket trading on Friday, following the company’s announcement that substantial investments in artificial intelligence (AI) technology are expected to weigh on its quarterly profit. This sharp decline could wipe out more than $17 billion of Dell’s market value if …

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• 31 May 2024 2:52 pm

  Eurozone Inflation Surprises Upwards, ECB Rate Cut Still on Track, but Further Easing Under Scrutiny

  

  Euro zone inflation unexpectedly rose in May, signaling a more protracted path towards the European Central Bank’s (ECB) 2% target. While this development is unlikely to derail the anticipated interest rate cut next week, it might prompt a pause in July and a slower pace of easing in the coming …

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• 31 May 2024 1:20 pm

  Dollar Recovers on Inflation Expectations Ahead of PCE Data

  

  The U.S. dollar rebounded in early European trading on Friday, recovering from previous losses as traders awaited the release of key inflation data, which could significantly influence future interest rate expectations. At 04:30 ET (08:30 GMT), the Dollar Index, tracking the greenback against a basket of six other currencies, rose …

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• 31 May 2024 12:19 pm

  European Stocks Hold Steady Ahead of Eurozone Inflation Report

  

  European stock markets experienced mixed trading within narrow ranges on Friday, as investors cautiously awaited the release of crucial eurozone inflation data, which will provide valuable insights into the future direction of global monetary policy. Early trading saw the DAX index in Germany dip 0.2%, while the CAC 40 in …

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• 31 May 2024 9:56 am

  Asian Markets See Modest Gains Amidst Focus on US Inflation, Chinese Stimulus Hopes

  

  Asian stocks experienced slight gains on Friday as investors turned their attention to the upcoming U.S. PCE inflation data, a key indicator that could influence the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decisions. Meanwhile, Chinese markets advanced despite weak economic data, as hopes for further stimulus measures provided a boost. Regional stocks …

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