German industrial orders unexpectedly contracted for the fourth consecutive month in April, primarily due to a significant decrease in large-scale orders compared to the previous month. This decline, however, was partially offset by a rise in orders excluding large-scale projects, suggesting potential signs of recovery in the sector. According to …
Read More »Euro Edges Up Ahead of ECB Rate Decision, Dollar Dips on Easing Labor Market
The euro gained slightly on Thursday as traders awaited the European Central Bank’s (ECB) policy decision, where a rate cut is widely anticipated. Meanwhile, the dollar weakened due to renewed expectations of Federal Reserve easing later this year. The Canadian dollar also saw a modest increase, recovering from earlier losses, …
Read More »European Stocks Rebound Ahead of ECB Meeting and PMI Data
European stock markets experienced a modest recovery on Wednesday, bouncing back from Tuesday’s losses, as investors eagerly awaited key regional activity data and the European Central Bank’s (ECB) latest policy meeting. The DAX index in Germany climbed 0.4%, the CAC 40 in France rose 0.5%, and the FTSE 100 in …
Read More »EUR/USD retest support 5/6/2024
The EUR/USD pair experienced a downturn in the previous trading session, failing to maintain its position above the key psychological resistance level of 1.0900. However, technical indicators suggest a potential rebound in the upcoming sessions. On the 4-hour chart, the simple moving averages are still providing support for the upward …
Read More »European Stocks Retreat Amid ECB Caution and US Labor Market Data Anticipation
European stock markets experienced a downturn on Tuesday, driven by investor caution ahead of the European Central Bank’s (ECB) upcoming policy meeting later in the week. As of 03:20 ET (07:20 GMT), the DAX index in Germany declined by 0.6%, the CAC 40 in France fell by the same margin, …
Read More »EUR/USD Surges Past Key 4/6/2024
The EUR/USD pair has experienced a notable surge in the early trading sessions this week, breaching the key psychological resistance level of 1.0900 and reaching a high of 1.0915. Technical analysis indicates a potential shift in momentum towards the upside. On the 4-hour chart, the simple moving averages have crossed …
Read More »European Stocks Rise on ECB Rate Cut Anticipation, Focus on US Jobs Data
European stock markets rebounded on Monday, driven by investor optimism surrounding an expected interest rate cut from the European Central Bank (ECB). Simultaneously, government bond yields decreased, while attention shifted to U.S. jobs data as a key indicator of inflation trends. The pan-European STOXX index experienced a 0.6% increase by …
Read More »Eurozone Manufacturing Downturn Shows Signs of Easing
The prolonged downturn in eurozone manufacturing activity may be nearing its end, according to a recent survey revealing a slower pace of decline in new orders compared to the past two years. This positive development has led to improved business confidence within the sector. HCOB’s final euro zone manufacturing Purchasing …
Read More »Eurozone Inflation Surprises Upwards, ECB Rate Cut Still on Track, but Further Easing Under Scrutiny
Euro zone inflation unexpectedly rose in May, signaling a more protracted path towards the European Central Bank’s (ECB) 2% target. While this development is unlikely to derail the anticipated interest rate cut next week, it might prompt a pause in July and a slower pace of easing in the coming …
Read More »European Stocks Hold Steady Ahead of Eurozone Inflation Report
European stock markets experienced mixed trading within narrow ranges on Friday, as investors cautiously awaited the release of crucial eurozone inflation data, which will provide valuable insights into the future direction of global monetary policy. Early trading saw the DAX index in Germany dip 0.2%, while the CAC 40 in …
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