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November, 2024

• 27 November 2024 9:39 pm

  FOMC Minutes Reflect Fed’s Cautious Stance:

  

  The Federal Reserve’s latest policy meeting minutes reveal a cautious approach to further interest rate cuts, reflecting a delicate balancing act between stimulating economic growth and taming inflation. Divided Fed While the Fed acknowledges that inflation is easing and the labour market remains strong, there is a growing divergence of …

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• 27 November 2024 8:40 pm

  Stubborn Inflation Ghost: PCE Data Haunts the Fed

  

  The specter of persistent inflation continues to loom over the US economy, as evidenced by the latest Personal Consumption Expenditure (PCE) Price Index report. The core PCE, the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge, edged up to 2.8% year-over-year in October, defying expectations and raising concerns about the central bank’s ability …

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• 27 November 2024 7:36 pm

  US Dollar Pauses Following PCE Ahead Of Thanksgiving

  

  The US Dollar embarked on a brief respite ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, with its recent rally pausing after the release of key economic data. While the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index, the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge, came in line with expectations, it did little to alter market sentiment.A …

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• 27 November 2024 7:05 pm

  U.S. Economy Maintains Strong Growth in Q3 Amid Robust Consumer Spending

  

  The U.S. economy grew at a steady annualized rate of 2.8% in the third quarter, according to the Commerce Department’s second estimate released on Wednesday. The figure remains unchanged from the initial estimate, reflecting solid consumer spending and a favorable contribution from business investment. Key Highlights GDP Growth: The third-quarter …

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• 27 November 2024 5:56 pm

  U.S. Unemployment Claims Decline, But Long-Term Joblessness Persists

  

  The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits continued to decline last week, signaling a rebound in labor market conditions. However, persistent long-term joblessness among laid-off workers underscores ongoing challenges in the job market, which could influence the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decisions in December. Key Data Highlights Initial Unemployment …

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• 27 November 2024 2:54 pm

  German Consumer Sentiment Declines Sharply Amid Economic Uncertainty

  

  German consumer sentiment is set to decline significantly in December, breaking a streak of improvements as households face growing concerns about job security and economic prospects, according to a survey released on Wednesday. Key Survey Results The GfK Consumer Sentiment Index, published by the Nuremberg Institute for Market Decisions (NIM), …

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• 27 November 2024 2:49 pm

  French Stocks Decline Amid Budget Concerns and Tariff Fears

  

  French equities fell to a three-month low on Wednesday, driven by domestic political uncertainty and lingering fears over U.S. trade tariffs under President-elect Donald Trump. Broader European markets also faced pressure as investors navigated an unsettled landscape. Key Indices and Market Movement France’s CAC 40 index dropped over 1%, trailing …

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• 27 November 2024 12:58 pm

  Asian Markets Decline Amid Tariff Worries, Currencies Remain Volatile

  

  Asian equities dropped on Wednesday as heightened concerns over potential U.S. trade tariffs under President-elect Donald Trump unsettled investors. Volatility extended to currency markets, with major trading partners like Canada, Mexico, and China feeling the brunt of tariff threats. Asian Equities Fall Amid Tariff Anxiety The broad MSCI Asia-Pacific index …

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• 27 November 2024 12:01 pm

  Bitcoin Extends Losses as Profit-Taking, U.S. Policy Uncertainty Weigh on Sentiment

  

  Bitcoin declined for a third consecutive session on Wednesday, as profit-taking from recent record highs continued. Concerns over U.S. trade and monetary policy added to the cautious market mood, pushing the cryptocurrency further away from the coveted $100,000 milestone. The world’s largest cryptocurrency fell 1.6% to $93,131.5 by 01:16 ET …

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• 27 November 2024 11:16 am

  Gold Prices Inch Higher Amid Trump Tariff Threats and Mixed Safe-Haven Signals

  

  Gold prices edged up slightly in Asian trade on Wednesday, continuing modest gains from the previous session as safe-haven demand remained supported by concerns over potential U.S. trade tariffs. However, the metal’s ascent was tempered by a resilient U.S. dollar and easing tensions in the Middle East, which dampened some …

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• 27 November 2024 1:01 am

  Tariffs on Canadian imports could drive up US fuel prices

  

  US oil producers have warned that Donald Trump’s plan to impose tariffs on Canadian imports will drive up US fuel prices, as the US president-elect’s threats hit global markets. Trump proposed late on Monday a 25% tariff on all imports from Mexico and Canada, accusing the US’s closest neighbours of …

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• 27 November 2024 12:11 am

  Market Drivers; US Session

  

  Dollar Strengthens as Trump Proposes Tariffs The US Dollar rallied on Tuesday, recovering from a bearish start to the week. A modest uptick in US Treasury yields and the announcement of potential tariffs on imports from key trading partners contributed to the Dollar’s strength.Key Economic Events US: The US Personal …

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• 26 November 2024 11:50 pm

  Investors Await FOMC Minutes, Core PCE

  

  The Dollar Index (DXY) briefly traded above 108 on Friday, driven primarily by euro weakness rather than dollar strength. As we head into a short week due to the US Thanksgiving holiday, market participants are focused on key data releases, including the Federal Reserve’s November FOMC minutes and the core …

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