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October, 2024

• 28 October 2024 10:41 am

  Asian Stocks Mostly Gain as Middle East Tensions Ease; Japan Rallies Amid Political Uncertainty

  

  Asian markets saw a mostly positive start on Monday, driven by easing concerns over the Israel-Iran conflict as Israel’s recent attack on Iran spared critical oil and nuclear infrastructure. Japanese markets led the gains, with the Nikkei 225 and TOPIX indices climbing 1.5% and 1.2%, respectively, as political uncertainty reduced …

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• 23 October 2024 7:29 pm

  Lagarde: Need to be cautious in policy decisions

  

  Speaking on the sidelines at the 2024 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (WBG) on Wednesday, European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde noted that they need to be cautious when asked about market expectations for further rate reductions.“We need to be cautious …

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• 23 October 2024 6:36 pm

  Bank of Canada Delivers Jumbo Rate Cut

  

  In a move that aligned with market expectations, the Bank of Canada (BoC) today announced a significant 50-basis-point reduction in its key interest rate. The decision, which brings the policy rate down to 3.75%, was made at the central bank’s meeting on Wednesday.In its accompanying statement, the BoC indicated that …

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• 23 October 2024 3:55 pm

  Coca-Cola Beats Q3 Expectations but Stock Slips Amid Global Sales Decline

  

  Coca-Cola exceeded expectations in its third-quarter earnings report, yet the company’s stock dropped by over 2% in early trading. The beverage giant reported adjusted earnings per share of $0.77, slightly surpassing analysts’ forecast of $0.75. Revenue also beat expectations, reaching $11.9 billion compared to the anticipated $11.63 billion. Coca-Cola’s organic …

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• 23 October 2024 1:12 pm

  U.S. Dollar Strengthens Amid Interest Rate Uncertainty and Election Risks

  

  The U.S. dollar reached new highs on Wednesday as investor demand for safe-haven assets grew in response to ongoing uncertainties surrounding U.S. interest rates and the upcoming presidential election. At 04:10 ET (08:10 GMT), the Dollar Index, which measures the greenback against a basket of six major currencies, rose by …

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• 23 October 2024 11:55 am

  European Markets Drift as Earnings Take Center Stage Amid Growth Concerns

  

  European stock markets saw modest movement on Wednesday as investors digested a wave of third-quarter corporate earnings reports against a backdrop of regional economic uncertainty. By 03:05 ET (07:05 GMT), Germany’s DAX index and France’s CAC 40 both edged 0.1% lower, while the U.K.’s FTSE 100 managed to climb by …

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• 23 October 2024 11:14 am

  Asian Markets Mixed Amid IPO Optimism and Pre-Election Caution

  

  Asian markets saw mixed performances on Wednesday as strong IPO activity in Hong Kong bolstered sentiment, while broader regional markets remained cautious due to rising U.S. Treasury yields and uncertainty surrounding the upcoming U.S. presidential election, just two weeks away. Hong Kong led the gains, benefiting from a surge in …

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• 23 October 2024 11:02 am

  Oil Prices Dip as U.S. Crude Inventories Surge Amid Middle East Tensions

  

  Oil prices slipped on Wednesday following reports of a larger-than-expected rise in U.S. crude inventories. Brent crude brent fell 0.7% to $75.54 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) also dropped 0.7% to $71.24 per barrel. The declines followed two sessions of gains earlier this week. U.S. crude stocks …

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• 23 October 2024 9:32 am

  Gold Reaches Record High Amid U.S. Election Uncertainty and Middle East Tensions

  

  Gold prices hit a record high in Asian trading on Wednesday, driven by safe haven demand as investors brace for a tight U.S. presidential race and continued geopolitical unrest in the Middle East. Spot gold climbed to $2,750.35 per ounce, with December futures rising 0.2% to $2,764.15. Despite the U.S. …

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• 23 October 2024 2:39 am

  BoC Interest Rate Decision: Key Points to Watch

  

  The e Bank of Canada is poised to announce its interest rate decision and release its updated monetary policy report on Wednesday. Market participants are keenly anticipating the central bank’s actions, as a rate cut is widely expected to stimulate economic growth and provide relief to borrowers.One of the primary …

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• 23 October 2024 1:30 am

  Market Drivers; US Session

  

  The US Dollar continued its upward trajectory, reaching new highs as investors weighed the potential impact of a “Trump trade,” further Fed easing, and upcoming US economic data. Key events for Wednesday, October 23, include the release of US mortgage applications, existing home sales, and the EIA’s crude oil inventory …

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• 23 October 2024 12:18 am

  Why Do Fed Officials Temper Expectations for Upcoming Rate Cuts?

  

  The Federal Reserve has signaled future interest rate cuts, but some members are urging caution as economic data continues to roll in. Investors are anticipating cuts at the next two Fed meetings, aligning with the central bank’s projections. However, comments from regional Fed presidents suggest the pace of cuts might …

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• 22 October 2024 11:08 pm

  Dow Jones Holds Ground After Early-Week Dip

  

  Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) cautiously tested higher ground on Tuesday, following a slight pullback at the start of the week. Despite concerns about overbought conditions and rising interest rates, the index managed to maintain a positive trajectory.Key factors influencing the market include:Earnings Season: Strong earnings reports from companies like …

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