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March, 2024

• 18 March 2024 5:44 am

  Weekly Recap: Surprising US Data Strengthens Case for Delaying Interest Rate Cuts

  

  Last week, the market’s attention was squarely fixed on a slew of US economic indicators, aimed at deciphering clues regarding future interest rate trajectories and the Federal Reserve’s timeline for ending its monetary tightening stance and initiating quantitative easing. However, the latest US data, particularly the Consumer Price Index, US …

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• 16 March 2024 12:14 am

  Why this week’s statements by Janet Yellen on inflation matter

  

  This week’s statements by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen hold immense importance due to their impact on the US economy, financial markets, and public perception. Let’s dissect the context and delve deeper into why her words matter:Headline Inflation TrendsIn February, headline inflation fell to 3.2 percent year-over-year, a substantial improvement from …

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• 15 March 2024 11:26 pm

  Bitcoin’s Big Event: Halving Explained

  

  Bitcoin’s price has been surging recently, and with the upcoming “halving” event in April, there’s a lot of expectations about what it might mean for the future price of the most famous crypto asset. But what exactly is this halving, and how will it influence Bitcoin’s value? Scarcity Principle: Fewer …

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• 15 March 2024 10:45 pm

  Stock Market Falls on Inflation Worries Ahead of Fed Meeting

  

  The stock market closed lower on Friday, marking the second week of losses, in a row. This decline comes as investors remain concerned about inflation, with key data points earlier this week raising doubts about the Federal Reserve’s plans to loosen monetary policy. Market Recap • The S&P 500 dropped …

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• 15 March 2024 9:19 pm

  US dollar poised to close out winning week

  

  Dollar Eyes Weekly Win on Mixed Data, FOMC Meeting Looms LargeThe US dollar looks set to end the week on a high note, holding onto a gain of 0.12%. This comes despite mixed economic data, with weak consumer sentiment countered by stronger industrial production figures. The dollar Index (DXY) was …

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• 15 March 2024 7:34 pm

  Gold encounters first weekly loss amid rate bets, geopolitical tensions

  

  Gold prices experienced their first weekly decline in four weeks on Friday March 15. The Gold Index lost -0.21% to trade at $2157.14 per ounce, as at the time of writing.This shift comes after data revealed concerns on US inflation, causing investors to reconsider their expectations for a Federal Reserve …

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• 15 March 2024 6:39 pm

  ECB’s Lane Signals Potential Rate Change On Easing Labour Market Pressures

  

  The European Central Bank’s chief economist, Philip Lane, hinted at a possible shift in monetary policy during a lecture at Imperial College Business School in London on Friday. His comments highlighted a potential easing of tight job market, which has been a key concern for the ECB in recent years.ECB’s …

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• 15 March 2024 3:52 pm

  Global Stocks Pause Amid Inflation Concerns: Weekly Market Recap

  

  Global stocks are poised to conclude the week with a subdued performance, following seven consecutive weeks of gains, as hotter-than-expected U.S. inflation data cast doubts on the timing and frequency of future interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. U.S. Inflation Data Dampens Rate Cut Expectations MSCI’s global equity index …

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• 15 March 2024 2:50 pm

  Dollar Poised for Weekly Gains Amid Central Bank Anticipation

  

  The US dollar (USD) remained steady against the British pound (GBP) on Friday, as investors turned their attention to a series of highly anticipated central bank meetings scheduled for the upcoming week. Meanwhile, the Japanese yen (JPY) saw a slight decline amidst speculation surrounding potential shifts in monetary policy. Market …

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• 15 March 2024 1:04 pm

  European Shares Show Muted Activity Yet Head for Weekly Gains

  

  European shares maintained a subdued stance on Friday, balancing strength in the telecommunications sector against a broader sell-off in global equities triggered by hotter-than-expected U.S. inflation figures, which dampened expectations of a June rate cut. Telecom Sector Strength Counters Equities Sell-off The pan-European STOXX 600 index remained flat, as of …

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• 15 March 2024 12:17 pm

  Oil Prices Poised to Finish Week Approximately 4% Higher

  

  In a week marked by market fluctuations, oil prices showcased remarkable resilience, driven by optimistic forecasts from the International Energy Agency (IEA) and unexpected shifts in U.S. inventory levels. IEA’s Optimistic Forecast Spurs Confidence The week began with a notable uptick in market sentiment following the IEA’s revision of its …

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• 15 March 2024 4:22 am

  US Dollar Rises After Russian Nuclear Weapon relocation

  

  Russia has relocated its tactical nuclear weapons from its boundaries into Belarus, a neighbouring country that is several hundred miles closer to NATO territory. This was confirmed by Western officials to Foreign Policy. This development was a reaction to NATO’s support of Ukraine, which has led Russian President Vladimir Putin …

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• 15 March 2024 2:05 am

  Explainer: What can Yield curve reveal about looming FOMC decision?

  

  With a shorter-term note (2-year) yielding higher than a longer-term note (10-year), the curve on Friday, March 8, might have been steeper than normal. This could indicate market expectations of Fed to refrain from interest rate cut in March in order to avoid falling in a recession. The Treasury yield …

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