Market Drivers: US Session, September 20 US Dollar Strengthens Amidst Fed Rate Cut and Economic OptimismThe US Dollar gained momentum following the Federal Reserve’s interest rate cut, reflecting growing market optimism about the US economy. The New York Fed’s Nowcast model projects robust economic growth in the third and fourth …
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Market Analysis
September, 2024
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20 September 2024 11:00 pm
Dow Rallies Cautiously in Celebration Following Rate Cut
Dow Jones hovers near 42,000. Thus, the Index is heading for another winning week, but this time, Dow’s rally comes after Fed’s recent rate cut. The Dow Jones Industrial Average has surged to near 42,000 this week, following the Federal Reserve’s aggressive interest rate cut. This marks a significant turnaround …
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20 September 2024 10:12 pm
Trump slams Fed’s rate cut decision
Following the half-percentage-point interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve less than two months before the November election, Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump is not holding back in his criticism of the institution. In an interview with Newsmax on Thursday, the former president stated, “It really is a political move.” …
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20 September 2024 9:41 pm
What Signal Does FedEx’s Earnings Miss Convey About US Economy?
The recent earnings report from FedEx has sent shockwaves through the financial markets, raising serious concerns about the health of the broader economy. The company, often considered a bellwether for the US and global economies, has reported weaker-than-expected results, primarily due to a decline in industrial shipments. This article will …
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20 September 2024 8:32 pm
EUR/GBP Price Analysis: Sellers Dominate as Pair Plummets
The EUR/GBP pair continued its downward spiral, extending its losing streak and reaching a new yearly low. This ongoing bearish trend is supported by both technical indicators and fundamental factors.Fundamental FactorsEconomic Data: While specific economic data points for the eurozone and the UK have not been mentioned, it is likely …
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20 September 2024 8:25 pm
Gold Prices Soar: A Strategic Analysis
Gold is +1.48 up during the US session on Friday, trading at USD 2,624.51. Gold prices have recently reached unprecedented heights, sparking renewed interest in the precious metal. While the exact reasons for this surge remain somewhat elusive, several key factors are likely contributing to the bullish sentiment. This analysis …
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20 September 2024 7:31 pm
Mercedes-Benz Shares Plummet Following Profit Warning
German automaker Mercedes-Benz has issued a profit warning, attributing the decline to a significant weakening of demand in the Chinese market. This announcement has caused a sharp drop in the company’s share price.The company has revised its full-year profit outlook downward, citing a “further deterioration” of Chinese consumer demand. The …
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20 September 2024 2:49 pm
Oil Prices Ease but Set for Second Weekly Gain Amid U.S. Rate Cuts and Lower Stockpiles
Oil prices slipped on Friday, yet they remained poised for a second consecutive weekly gain, buoyed by the Federal Reserve’s significant interest rate cut and shrinking global stockpiles. As of 10:04 GMT, Brent futures had declined by 50 cents (0.67%) to $74.38 a barrel, while U.S. WTI crude futures fell …
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20 September 2024 12:17 pm
European Markets Slip as Investors Digest Central Bank Decisions
European stock markets edged lower on Friday, consolidating the previous session’s sharp gains as investors processed policy updates from several major central banks. At 03:05 ET (07:05 GMT), Germany’s DAX fell by 0.6%, France’s CAC 40 dropped 0.3%, and the U.K.’s FTSE 100 declined 0.5%. Central Banks in Focus After …
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20 September 2024 11:13 am
Bitcoin Rises to Three-Week High as Fed Rate Cut Spurs Risk Appetite
Bitcoin’s price surged to a three-week high on Friday, driven by improved risk appetite following the Federal Reserve’s significant interest rate cut. The world’s largest cryptocurrency gained momentum, rising in tandem with broader risk-driven markets like stocks. Other cryptocurrencies also posted gains, with Bitcoin leading the rally and setting the …
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20 September 2024 10:49 am
UK Retail Sales Surge in August as Warmer Weather Boosts Spending
British retail sales rose by a stronger-than-expected 1% in August, driven by warmer weather and end-of-season sales, according to official data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) on Friday. This marks a significant improvement over economists’ expectations of a 0.4% rise, as forecasted by a Reuters poll. The …
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20 September 2024 10:18 am
Gold Prices Rise as Dollar Slips After Fed Rate Cut, Markets Eye Further Reductions
Gold prices edged higher in Asian trading on Friday, supported by a weaker dollar following the Federal Reserve’s aggressive interest rate cut. The move has bolstered optimism for more rate reductions, driving demand for the precious metal as a hedge against currency weakness and economic uncertainty. Gold Reacts to Fed’s …
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20 September 2024 3:06 am
Market Drivers; US Session, September 19
Following the FOMC, the US Dollar Index (DXY) returned to the 100.50 zone while retaining its gloomy outlook. Harker of the Fed isn’t scheduled to talk until the end of the week. As selling pressure on the US dollar increased, the EUR/USD strengthened its gain from Wednesday and returned to …
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