The GBP/USD currency pair experienced a sharp decline, falling over 60 pips, as robust US economic data and a surge in Treasury yields bolstered the US Dollar. The pair flirted with the crucial 1.2500 support level.US Economic Strength Fuels Dollar DemandKey US economic indicators pointed to a strong economy. Initial …
Read More »BoE Poised for Cautious Monetary Policy Decision Amid Inflation Concerns
The Bank of England is set to announce its monetary policy decision early on Thursday. Governor Andrew Bailey has signaled that the central bank is likely to keep the main interest rate on hold, emphasizing a gradual approach to monetary easing. Despite this cautious stance, Bailey recently indicated that up …
Read More »Sterling Rebounds Following Softer US PCE Data
The Pound Sterling bounces back strongly above 1.3400 against the US Dollar after soft US PCE inflation data. The Sterling surged against the US Dollar (USD) on Friday, buoyed by a surprising slowdown in US inflation. The unexpected decline in the Personal Consumption Expenditure Price Index (PCE), the Federal Reserve’s …
Read More »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 …
Read More »GBP/USD Maintains Bullish Outlook Ahead of Looming Fed Rate Cut
The Pound Sterling’s Resurgence The Pound Sterling (GBP) has staged a remarkable comeback against the US Dollar (USD), surging to a five-day peak of 1.3214. This rally is primarily driven by the growing expectation that the Federal Reserve (Fed) will implement a substantial interest rate cut at its upcoming monetary …
Read More »Accelerating Fed Rate Cut Optimism Boosts Gold To Fresh Record Highs
On Thursday, the price of gold hit yet another record high as investors became increasingly optimistic about the future decline in global interest rates. With the second rate cut in three months by the European Central Bank (ECB), the spot price of gold soared to $2,567 per troy ounce, up …
Read More »Sterling steadies in calm start to UK/US Inflation
The Pound Sterling moves higher against the US Dollar on improved market sentiment. BoE’s Mann warns about upside risks to price pressures.In September, the Fed is anticipated to lower interest rates by 25 basis points. During Monday’s North American session, the Pound Sterling (GBP) advances versus its major rivals, with …
Read More »Financial Markets’ Weekly Recap: Markets Hold Steady, Eyes Turn to Upcoming Inflation Data
For investors who anticipated a smooth 2024, last week painted a different picture of the market. The week started with a sharp drop in the Dow Jones on Monday, sparking a wave of negative headlines predicting further losses. The following days were marked by wild swings, including some sharp gains. …
Read More »Financial Markets’ Weekly Recap: Markets in Freefall Post-NFP Data
A shocking jobs report sent shockwaves across financial assets on Friday, triggering concerns about an undesired looming recession and prompting a steep decline in both traditional and crypto assets. The US Bureau of Labour Statistics reported a worrisome increase in unemployment, along with a three-year high for temporary layoffs and …
Read More »Following BoE Decision, GBP/USD Recovers on Dismal US Jobs Data
The Pound Sterling managed to recoup some losses against the US Dollar on Friday, buoyed by a significantly weaker-than-expected US Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report. The data revealed a sharp slowdown in job growth, casting doubt on the resilience of the US economy and prompting a broad-based decline in the dollar.Despite …
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