The US Dollar (USD) gained strength on Monday, as positive economic data bolstered investor sentiment. The preliminary S&P Global Services Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for December came in at 58.5, significantly surpassing expectations of 55.7 and the previous reading of 56.1. This robust figure indicates a strong expansion in the …
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For the fourth time this year, the European Central Bank is anticipated to lower its key deposit facility rate by a quarter point, to 3 percent. In order to prevent the Eurozone from slipping into stagnation due to political impasse in France and policy drift in Germany, many also anticipate …
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The EUR/USD currency pair surged on Thursday, driven by a combination of factors. A weaker-than-expected US jobs report and anticipation of the upcoming Nonfarm Payrolls data fueled the rally. However, political uncertainty in France and mixed Eurozone economic data tempered the Euro’s gains.US Economic Data and Fed OutlookThe US Department …
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Gold prices edged up on Friday, lifted by a weakening dollar and ongoing geopolitical tensions. However, the gains were not enough to offset a sharp decline earlier in the week, leaving gold on track for its worst monthly performance since September 2023. The price increase came despite a broader rise …
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Euro zone business activity suffered an unexpected and sharp downturn in November, as the region’s services sector joined manufacturing in contraction. HCOB’s composite Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for the euro zone, compiled by S&P Global, plummeted to a 10-month low of 48.1, well below the 50 threshold that delineates expansion …
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The specter of a Eurozone sovereign debt crisis is once again haunting the continent. A confluence of factors, including elevated debt levels, sluggish growth, and fiscal slippage, has created a perfect storm that threatens to undermine the bloc’s economic stability. The European Central Bank (ECB) has sounded the alarm, highlighting …
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The Euro has continued its downward spiral against the US Dollar, breaching the 1.06 level on Tuesday. This marks a significant decline for the currency pair, which has been under pressure for several weeks.Why is the pair declining?Several factors are contributing to the Euro’s weakness:US Economic Strength: The US economy …
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The EUR/USD pair rallied to a two-week high of 1.0890, fueled by a robust Eurozone economy and persistent inflationary pressures.Key Factors Driving the Rally:Eurozone GDP Growth: The Eurozone economy expanded at a faster-than-expected pace of 0.9% in the third quarter, with Germany avoiding a technical recession.Hotter-Than-Forecasted Inflation: Eurozone inflation accelerated …
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The US dollar’s Pause: A Temporary Respite?The US Dollar Index (DXY) has recently shown signs of fatigue, retreating from its recent highs. Despite encouraging economic data, including strong job growth, the US dollar’s relentless ascent appears to be pausing.Key Economic Events to Watch – United StatesPersonal Consumption Expenditure (PCE) Price …
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The foreign exchange market has been witnessing intriguing dynamics, primarily driven by the divergent economic trajectories of the Eurozone and the United States. The Euro has surged against the US Dollar, reflecting a confluence of factors that have propelled the Eurozone economy and dampened the appeal of the dollar.The recent …
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