The US dollar experienced a corrective move on the back of improved market sentiment surrounding the risk-linked assets, which weighed on the dollar. Both Gold and Silver grinded lower and revisited the lower end of the so-far yearly range prior to the release of US inflation on Thursday.The dollar faced …
Read More »EUR/USD Holds Steady Amid Tariff Tensions, Eyes Turn to EU Economic Data
Modest Gains Amid Holiday-Thinned TradingThe EUR/USD pair edged up by 0.18% on Friday, trading at 1.…
Global Markets Wobble as Trump’s Tariff Deadline Draws Near
Global stock markets faltered on Friday, gripped by uncertainty as U.S. President Donald Trump’s Jul…
Sterling Falters Against Yen Amid Tariff Fears and UK Political Strife
The British Pound (GBP) weakened against the Japanese Yen (JPY), with GBP/JPY slipping below 197.61,…
WTI Crude Oil Stalls Near $65 as OPEC+ and Tariff Uncertainties Loom
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Crude Oil prices hovered near $65.70, down 0.82%, reflecting cautious …
Gold Shines Amid Tariff Threats and U.S. Dollar Weakness
Gold (XAU/USD) climbed above $3,330, driven by a weakening U.S. Dollar and renewed concerns over U.S…
U.S. Dollar Edges Lower Ahead of Trade Deadline Amid Fiscal and Market Uncertainty
The U.S. dollar saw a slight dip on Friday after a brief rally earlier in the week, with attention n…
Markets Brace for U.S. Tariff Deadline Amid Growing Optimism
As investors turn their attention to Washington’s tariff negotiations next week, the expiratio…
European Stocks Slip Amid Uncertainty Ahead of U.S. Trade Deadline and Ongoing Tariff Concerns
European stocks ended the week on a negative note, slipping lower on Friday as uncertainty grew over…
Bitcoin Struggles as U.S. Trade Tariffs Loom and Rate Cut Bets Fade
Bitcoin prices steadied on Friday after a sharp reversal of recent gains, as traders focused on the …
Oil Prices Decline Amid Nuclear Talks and OPEC+ Output Expectations
Oil futures fell on Friday as market participants reacted to ongoing geopolitical developments and e…
Market Analysis
January, 2024
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11 January 2024 1:58 am
US stocks higher ahead of US inflation data
US stocks closed higher on Wednesday, with the Dow Jones Index rising over 150 points. The S&P 500 gained 0.57% to end at 4,783.45, while the Dow Jones industrial average added 170.57 points to close at 37,695.73. The Nasdaq Composite advanced 0.75% to settle at 14,969.65. Intuitive Surgical and Lennar …
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11 January 2024 1:13 am
Treasury yields decline ahead of CPI data
While financial markets gear up for a relatively busy year, there persists a state of severe disagreement about the forces driving longer-term interest rates.The range of forecasts for the yield on the 10-year Treasury one year from now is below 3% to above 5%. The yield outlook is mostly dependent …
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11 January 2024 12:28 am
Yen faces selloff following wages data
The Japanese Yen is experiencing a selloff due to a 3% drop in real wages for the year ended November, despite a 0.2% increase in nominal wages. This is due to inflation affecting consumers’ earnings and purchasing power. The Bank of Japan is hinting at rate hikes based on rising …
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10 January 2024 11:40 pm
Oil prices decline after surprise US stockpile build
Oil prices declined on Wednesday due to a surprise increase in US crude stockpiles, raising concerns about demand in the largest oil market. The EIA report highlighted investor concerns of slowing demand growth, with US crude inventories rising by 1.3 million barrels in the week ended January 5 to 432.4 …
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10 January 2024 10:13 pm
Swiss Franc weakens vs Sterling after Bailey’s speech
The Swiss Franc declined against the Pound Sterling for the seventh consecutive trading day, as the Bank of England Governor, Andrew Bailey, testifies before Parliament at the UK Treasury Select Committee. The Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 are edging higher, marginally aiding the Pound more than the Swiss …
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10 January 2024 8:50 pm
US CPI expectations by 10 major banks
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics will release the most important inflation measure, the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures, on Thursday, January 11 at 13:30 GMT. As we get closer to the release time, here are the forecasts by the economists and researchers of 10 major banks regarding the …
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10 January 2024 7:53 pm
EUR/USD steadies amid ECB’s officials’ comments
The EUR/USD pair recovers slightly in anticipation of US CPI release, with ECB members’ statements weighing on the Euro. ECB Vice-President de Guindos hints at possible Eurozone recession, while Schnabel affirms stance on inflation control.EUR/USD traders focus on upcoming US inflation figures and unemployment claims. The Euro pares some of …
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10 January 2024 1:29 pm
European Stocks Dip Amidst Decline
On Wednesday, European stocks experienced a decline, weighed down by a drop in basic resource companies, as investors assessed corporate earnings and awaited crucial US inflation data for insights into the future of interest rates. The European STOXX 600 index slipped by 0.2 percent by 8:15 GMT, with basic resources …
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10 January 2024 12:53 pm
Gold Prices Dip Amidst Dollar and Bond Yield Gains Ahead of Key US Inflation Report
On Wednesday, gold prices experienced a decline, influenced by the ascent of the US dollar and a rise in Treasury bond yields. Investors closely monitored these indicators ahead of the US inflation report, which is anticipated to provide insights into the potential trajectory of interest rate adjustments by the US …
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10 January 2024 12:18 pm
Dollar Holds Steady Ahead of US Inflation Data
In cautious trading on Wednesday, the dollar maintained its position as investors awaited crucial US inflation data later in the week, which could impact Federal Reserve policy. Meanwhile, Bitcoin faced fluctuations after a false social media post caused turmoil in the markets. The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) reported …
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10 January 2024 11:56 am
Nikkei rises to 34-year high at close thanks to technology stocks
Japan’s Nikkei index rose to its highest level in 34 years at the close thanks to the rise in technology companies’ shares, which tracked their American counterparts on Tuesday night, and the decline of the yen led to an increase in the profits of exporters. The Nikkei index jumped 2.01 …
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10 January 2024 11:04 am
Oil Prices Extend Gains Amidst Mixed Inventory Data and Global Tensions
On Wednesday, oil prices continued their upward trajectory from the previous day, supported by data indicating a more significant-than-expected decline in US crude inventories last week. However, gains were tempered by a larger-than-anticipated increase in gasoline and distillate inventories. Brent crude futures saw an increase of 29 cents, or 0.4 …
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