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February, 2024

• 13 February 2024 11:57 am

  Oil rises amid risks of tension in the Middle East

  

  Oil prices rose slightly on Tuesday amid concerns that tension in the Middle East could disrupt supplies, but uncertainty about the pace of potential US interest rate cuts and the impact on fuel demand limited gains. By 0420 GMT, Brent crude futures rose seven cents, or 0.1 percent, to $82.07 …

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• 13 February 2024 2:37 am

  Market Drivers – US Session, February 12

  

  Financial markets navigated in a very modest range after a slow start to the new trading week as market participants exercised caution ahead of the release of significant US inflation reading on February 13.The USD Index finished the session marginally different from Friday’s closing levels in the low-104.00s amid varied …

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• 13 February 2024 2:05 am

  US Dollar Surges Ahead of Retail Sales, Inflation Data

  

  In reaction to investors’ anticipation of US retail sales and inflation data this week, which could provide insight into the timing of the Federal Reserve’s much-anticipated interest rate reductions, the dollar saw a little increase against other major currencies on Monday.Bitcoin reached $50,000 in cryptocurrency for the first time since …

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• 13 February 2024 12:26 am

  USD/JPY stabilizes ahead of US inflation data

  

  The USD/JPY pair has stabilized at 149.33 as markets await crucial US inflation data, affecting the Fed policy outlook. The US January CPI is expected to decline, fueling discussions on the Fed’s easing timeline amid calls for patience. The Federal Reserve is unlikely to alter rates in March, but May …

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• 12 February 2024 10:56 pm

  Crude oil still surging around recent gains

  

  Due to the weight of global stories, crude oil prices are still holding to recent highs. Hopes for a Gaza ceasefire are still alive, but emotions are still high.The OPEC production limitations are mitigated by the ongoing increase in US crude oil production. As a possible truce in the Gaza …

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• 12 February 2024 9:57 pm

  What should investors know about Chinese stock market crisis?

  

  The Chinese stock market collapse has significantly impacted foreign institutional investors, who considered China a key investment hub. The real estate crisis, slow growth, deflation, and demographic headwinds have worsened the outlook of the Chinese market. The recent uptick in the Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 index is insufficient to offset …

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• 12 February 2024 9:31 pm

  US stocks gain traction after flat opening

  

  The Energy Sector is the best-performing major sector in the S&P 500 so far on Monday, rising 0.8% on the day. On the other hand, the Health Care Sector is down 0.3%. Diamondback Energy Inx. (FANG) is up more than 10% as the top gainer in the first half of …

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• 12 February 2024 8:20 pm

  Bitcoin Surges to $50k on ETF Demand

  

  Bitcoin has surged to $50,000 for the first time in over two years, marking a remarkable comeback from a series of crypto industry scandals and bankruptcies. The original cryptocurrency has tripled in value since the start of last year, climbing back from a 64% plunge in 2022. Bitcoin last traded …

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• 12 February 2024 7:40 pm

  Eurozone banks urged to plan for emerging risks

  

  Claudia Buch, the new top regulator at the European Central Bank, has urged lenders to develop detailed plans for responding to emerging risks that could impact their business. She emphasized the need for banks to anticipate risks and not only respond to them but also anticipate them. Buch, who became …

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• 12 February 2024 3:26 pm

  Turkey’s Unemployment Rate Drops to 8.8% in December

  

  Official data released on Monday revealed that Turkey’s unemployment rate experienced a slight decline of 0.1 percentage points on a monthly basis, reaching 8.8 percent in December. This brings the rate closer to the lowest levels observed in a decade, recorded in October. Labor Force Participation Rate Increases According to …

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• 12 February 2024 3:25 pm

  Dollar Steadies Amidst Asian Market Holiday

  

  The dollar found stability on Monday, with most major Asian markets closed for a holiday, delaying the start of what could evolve into a bustling week. Attention now shifts to US inflation data for clues on the Federal Reserve’s potential interest rate cuts. Euro Edges Lower, Eyes on Euro Zone …

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• 12 February 2024 3:24 pm

  European Stocks Rally: Following Wall Street’s Lead

  

  Amidst optimism sparked by Wall Street’s milestone achievement, European stocks surged on Monday, echoing the Standard & Poor’s 500 index’s historic close above the five-thousand-point mark for the first time. Investors turned their attention to a mix of corporate earnings and economic indicators, eagerly anticipating cues for potential interest rate …

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• 12 February 2024 11:42 am

  Gold Prices Hold Steady Amid Holiday Lull, Await Fed Remarks and Data

  

  Gold prices stabilized on Monday, experiencing modest trading activity as investors awaited statements from Federal Reserve officials and key economic data releases. Here’s a breakdown of the latest developments influencing the precious metal market: Stable Gold Prices Amid Holiday Period Gold settled in spot trading at $2,023.03 per ounce, showing …

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