European stock markets edged lower on Friday, poised to end a three-week winning streak as investors sought clarity on the euro zone’s monetary easing trajectory and grappled with concerns about slowing economic growth and rising geopolitical risks. The pan-European STOXX 600 index dipped 0.1%, setting it up for a 0.3% …
Read More »U.S. Dollar Steady as Markets Await ECB Rate Cut, Swiss Franc Falls Following SNB Decision
The U.S. dollar remained relatively unchanged on Thursday, holding steady ahead of the European Central Bank’s (ECB) much-anticipated monetary policy decision later in the day. Traders are widely expecting the ECB to implement a quarter-point rate cut, with the euro edging slightly higher in anticipation of the move. Meanwhile, the …
Read More »European Stocks Edge Higher as ECB Rate Decision Looms
European markets inched up on Thursday morning, supported by gains in cyclical sectors, as investors awaited key monetary policy decisions from the European Central Bank (ECB) and the Swiss National Bank (SNB). The STOXX 600 index, a benchmark for European equities, rose 0.1% as of 0814 GMT, extending its rally …
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Read More »Oil extends gains 12/12/2024
US crude oil futures experienced significant upward momentum, breaking the pivotal resistance level of $68.60 to achieve the anticipated targets from the previous session, reaching $70.50 per barrel. Technical Analysis A closer examination of the 4-hour chart reveals: Support Levels: The price currently holds above minor support at $69.60, with …
Read More »Euro faces negative pressure ahead of ECB 12/12/2024
The Euro continued its retreat against the US Dollar during the previous session, aligning with the anticipated negative outlook, reaching the first target of 1.0475 and recording a low of 1.0479. Technical Analysis An analysis of the 240-minute chart indicates: Bearish Factors: The simple moving averages are exerting downward pressure. …
Read More »US Dollar Strengthens on Inflation Anticipation; Euro, Sterling, and Yuan Weaken
The U.S. dollar advanced on Wednesday, bolstered by market anticipation ahead of the November consumer inflation report. The greenback’s strength weighed on the euro, sterling, and Chinese yuan, with broader implications for global currency markets. Key Developments Dollar Index Rises At 05:15 ET (10:15 GMT), the Dollar Index climbed 0.3% …
Read More »European Markets Rebound in November Amid Style and Sector Shifts
European markets made a recovery in November after initial selloffs following the US elections. However, with the exception of Momentum, factor performance remained subdued. Momentum Style Faces Headwinds Barclays strategists, led by Matthew Joyce, maintained a Neutral stance on Momentum in November, despite its strong post-election performance. This cautious approach …
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