The French legislative elections drew mixed reactions from European fundamentalists, despite the fact that the results suggested the far right would not win power and therefore lower the risks associated with the political trend’s renowned economic ideas.By the end of the new trading week’s first day, the euro was up …
Read More »German Exports Slump in May Amid Weak Global Demand
German exports experienced a sharper-than-expected decline in May, as weak demand from major trading partners such as China, the U.S., and other European countries weighed on the nation’s economic performance. According to data released by the federal statistics office, exports fell by 3.6% in May compared to the previous month, …
Read More »EUR/USD: Bullish Breakout, Upside Potential Ahead 5/7/2024
After four sessions of consolidation due to conflicting signals, the EUR/USD pair has decisively broken above the key 1.0760 resistance level (50.0% Fibonacci retracement), reaching a high of 1.0824 in early trading today. Technical Outlook: On the 4-hour chart, the pair is now holding above the psychological resistance of 1.0800, …
Read More »European Stocks Rise on Fed Optimism and Political Developments
European stocks enjoyed a boost on Wednesday, buoyed by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s encouraging remarks and anticipation surrounding key political events in France and the UK. The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 0.3%, marking its second gain in seven sessions. Investor sentiment was lifted by Powell’s comments regarding “significant …
Read More »EUR/USD: Range-Bound, Awaiting Breakout Confirmation 3/7/2024
The EUR/USD pair continues to exhibit sideways movement, remaining within the 1.0720 support and 1.0760 resistance levels for the fourth consecutive session. Technical Outlook: On the 4-hour chart, the pair is still consolidating below the key resistance level of 1.0760, which coincides with the 50.0% Fibonacci retracement. While the Stochastic …
Read More »European Stocks Retreat as Post-Election Rally Fades, Inflation Data Awaited
European stocks experienced a decline on Tuesday, reaching a two-week low as the initial relief rally following the first round of French parliamentary elections subsided. Investors now await crucial euro zone inflation data for June, which could provide insights into the future path of interest rates. Market Performance The pan-European …
Read More »EUR/USD: Range-Bound with Potential Breakout 2/7/2024
The EUR/USD pair has experienced positive trades in early week trading but faces resistance at the 1.0760 level (50.0% Fibonacci retracement). Technical Outlook: On the 4-hour chart, the pair is consolidating below 1.0760, but the simple moving averages (SMAs) are providing support from below, suggesting potential for further upside. However, …
Read More »Eurozone Manufacturing Sector Contracts Further in June as Demand Slumps
The eurozone’s manufacturing sector experienced a deeper contraction in June, as demand plummeted despite factories continuing to lower prices, according to a recent survey. HCOB’s final eurozone manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), compiled by S&P Global, dropped to 45.8 in June from 47.3 in May, slightly exceeding the preliminary estimate …
Read More »European Stocks Flat as Investors Await Key Economic Data and French Elections
European markets opened cautiously on Thursday, with the pan-European STOXX 600 index holding steady. Investors are refraining from significant moves ahead of critical U.S. inflation (PCE) data due on Friday, which could influence the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decisions. Consumer price data from France, Spain, and Italy this week, as …
Read More »European Stocks Climb Amidst Anticipation for U.S. Inflation Data and French Elections
European shares advanced on Wednesday, fueled by gains in mining and technology stocks, as investors eagerly awaited the release of crucial U.S. inflation data and the outcome of the French elections later in the week. The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 0.4% by mid-morning, with the technology sector leading the …
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