Bitcoin (BTC) is grappling with the fallout from escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, which have cast a shadow over risk assets this week. The world’s largest cryptocurrency experienced a 3.4% decline against the US dollar on Monday, closing at $63,318, marking its lowest closing price in nearly a month. …
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Market Analysis
April, 2024
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16 April 2024 2:40 pm
The STOXX 600 is approaching a 6-week low amid geopolitical tensions
European stock indices dipped to their lowest levels in nearly six weeks on Tuesday as traders veered away from high-risk assets amidst escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Meanwhile, Ericsson shares soared to the pinnacle of the main index following encouraging business results. As of 0718 GMT, the European …
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16 April 2024 1:33 pm
Euro Zone’s February Trade Surplus Spikes Compared to Previous Year
In February, the eurozone witnessed a notable surge in its trade surplus compared to the previous year, largely due to a significant decline in imports, particularly in energy and raw materials, according to data from the European Union’s statistics office Eurostat released on Tuesday. Eurostat reported that the unadjusted external …
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16 April 2024 12:46 pm
UK Wage Growth Eases as Bank of England Contemplates Rate Cuts
British core wage growth decelerated once again, marking its slowest increase since the three months leading up to September 2022, yet it maintained strength relative to historical norms, as per official data likely to receive a cautious nod from the Bank of England. Official figures from the Office for National …
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16 April 2024 12:04 pm
Dollar Ascends to Five-Month Peak
The dollar surged to a five-month peak against major currencies on Tuesday, driven by stronger-than-anticipated U.S. retail sales figures, igniting concerns over potential intervention from Tokyo as the yen dwindled to its lowest level since 1990. Despite China’s first-quarter GDP data surpassing expectations, the Chinese yuan slightly declined, reflecting ongoing …
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16 April 2024 11:35 am
Oil prices rise on China growth, Middle East tensions
Oil prices experienced a rise on Tuesday, buoyed by stronger-than-expected economic growth in China and escalating tensions in the Middle East following Iran’s recent missile and drone attack on Israel. Brent futures for June delivery advanced by 20 cents, or 0.2%, reaching $90.30 a barrel, while U.S. crude futures for …
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16 April 2024 10:45 am
Asian stocks tumble on US rate jitters, China GDP helps soothe losses
Asian stocks experienced significant declines on Tuesday, mirroring the sell-off on Wall Street amid ongoing concerns about geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the prospect of prolonged higher interest rates in the United States. Despite the general downturn, Chinese equities fared relatively better following the release of GDP data …
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16 April 2024 3:18 am
Market Drivers; US Session, April 15
Amidst rising Treasury yields, the US dollar’s upward momentum persisted, pushing it to new annual highs around 106.20. This week seems to be dominated by escalating geopolitical concerns, especially in the Middle East. Indicated by the USD Index (DXY), the US dollar held its bullish tilt and surged to new …
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16 April 2024 1:58 am
Where would oil price be heading amid Middle East tensions?
Although oil prices have declined then afterwards managed to recover on Monday, geopolitical tensions might cause them to surge again, which would have repercussions in this year of significant elections. Traders are waiting for Israel to react to Iran’s recent direct attack, therefore they are on high alert. After falling …
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16 April 2024 12:39 am
US Dollar Finds Momentum After Retail Sales Data
The US Dollar Index (DXY), which peaked last week at 106.10, surged 0.16% to currently trade a little above at 106.182 at the time of writing. The Fed’s hawkish language is still supported by strong economic data, and rising US Treasury yields help the greenback. The US Dollar tends to …
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15 April 2024 11:55 pm
Where Would Bitcoin Be heading Next After Looming Halving?
Bitcoin, the most famous cryptocurrency with over $1.4 trillion in value, is to undergo a major upgrade known as the halving event. This is planned to take place within less than one week. This halving, which has historically triggered a massive surge in Bitcoin’s price, this is mainly because of …
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15 April 2024 10:57 pm
Dow Jones declines on geopolitical tensions, higher T-yields
Concerns about Middle Eastern geopolitical tensions have been coupled with high yields, which have caused further decline in the Dow Jones Index. In the early afternoon, the index is trading little higher after losing its early gains. The market’s appetite for risk has increased following to Goldman Sachs’ better-than-expected quarterly …
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15 April 2024 9:24 pm
Sterling recovery stalls following strong US data
The UK Pound has not yet recovered, and its previous attempts at rising above the 1.2500 mark stalled earlier on Monday. The pair has given in to the widespread strength of the US Dollar following the announcement of positive US retail sales data, and is currently trading at 1.2456, up …
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