European shares began the week on a cautious note, with the pan-European STOXX 600 index down 0.3% as of 0710 GMT on Monday. Traders are bracing for a highly anticipated rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve, with many expecting a larger-than-forecast reduction. All major European markets and most sector …
Read More »Financial Markets’ Weekly Recap: Fed’s rate cut size in focus
US dollar has ceased its upward trajectory since the release of US economic data indicating a slowdown in consumer prices. This data has reinforced expectations that the Federal Reserve is likely begin cutting interest rates at its September meeting. This data has fuelled speculation that the Federal Reserve is likely …
Read More »Was ECB’S Rate Cut A Risky Gamble for the Euro?
The market is currently focused on the potential policy decisions of the Fed, with strategists believing that the risk of EUR/USD dropping back to 1.10 is high. Market expectations regarding a possible September rate cut from the Fed began to firm up in July, leading to the USD underperforming all …
Read More »European Stocks Rise Amid Fed Rate Cut Speculation and Stronger Mining Sector
European stocks advanced on Friday, bolstered by gains in the mining sector and anticipation of a potential interest rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve at its upcoming meeting. The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 0.5% to 514.5 points as of 0710 GMT, marking solid progress towards a weekly gain. …
Read More »European Shares Rally Ahead of ECB Rate Decision, Tech Stocks Lead Gains
European shares rose 1% on Thursday, buoyed by a strong performance in technology stocks, as investors awaited the European Central Bank’s (ECB) highly anticipated policy decision later in the day. A 25-basis-point rate cut is widely expected, with markets looking for further guidance on potential additional cuts later this year. …
Read More »European Shares Climb as Oil and Gas Sectors Lead Gains Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data
European shares opened higher on Wednesday, supported by strong performances in the oil, gas, and basic resources sectors. Investors are closely watching for the upcoming U.S. inflation report, which could provide insight into the Federal Reserve’s potential interest rate moves next week. The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose by 0.3% …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session, September 10
Markets Await Key US Data, Central Bank DecisionThe US dollar maintained its upward trajectory on Tuesday, although its momentum appeared to be slowing as investors cautiously awaited the release of crucial US economic data. The US Dollar Index (DXY) remained near the upper end of its trading range, hovering around …
Read More »European Shares Steady Ahead of ECB Rate Decision Amid Mixed Economic Data
European shares remained flat on Tuesday, stabilizing after a 1% jump in the previous session, as investors digested a mix of economic data while anticipating a widely expected interest rate cut from the European Central Bank (ECB) later in the week. The pan-European STOXX 600 index held steady at 510.40 …
Read More »European Stocks Rebound as Investors Anticipate ECB Rate Cut
European shares kicked off the week with gains following a sharp decline last Friday, as investors look ahead to key economic data releases and expect the European Central Bank (ECB) to reduce interest rates later this week. By 0711 GMT on Monday, the pan-European STOXX 600 index had risen by …
Read More »Euro Loses Ground, Hits 1.1100 After Positive US ISM Services PMIs
The euro has lost ground against the US dollar after reaching a high above 1.1100 earlier in the day. However, it’s still slightly up due to expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut. The US dollar’s next major catalyst will be the August US Non-Farm Payroll report on Friday. …
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