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 …
Read More »EUR/USD: Sideways Movement Continues, Key Levels to Watch for Breakout 26/6/2024
The EUR/USD pair experienced narrow sideways movement in the previous session, as we maintained our neutral stance due to conflicting technical signals. Technical Outlook: On the 240-minute chart, the pair is currently holding above the 1.0690 level and the main support level at 1.0675. This suggests the potential formation of …
Read More »EUR/USD: Conflicting Signals Warrant Cautious Approach 25/6/2024
The EUR/USD pair experienced mixed trading with a negative bias in the previous session, breaking below the 1.0700 psychological support level and reaching a low of 1.0683. However, the pair has since rebounded and is currently stabilizing above 1.0700, notably holding above the 61.80% Fibonacci retracement level of 1.0720. Technical …
Read More »European Markets Hold Steady Amidst Political and Industry Shifts
A cautious mood settled over European markets on Monday, with the pan-European STOXX 600 index maintaining its position at 515.06 points. The flat opening was largely attributed to a decline in mining stocks, dragged down by weaker metal prices. However, the automotive sector provided a glimmer of hope, accelerating with …
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