The Greenback navigated quite a bearish session on Thursday, giving away a big chunk of Wednesday’s gains despite higher yields and amidst a persistently firm sentiment in the risk-associated universe. The value of the US Dollar decreased significantly, which was good for riskier investments. The main focus will be on …
Read More »Gold Bulls Remain Cautious Ahead of US PCE Price Index
Gold prices, having recently reached a new all-time high, are currently facing a period of consolidation as investors await the release of the US Personal Consumption Expenditure (PCE) Price Index. While the market is anticipating a further easing of monetary policy by the Federal Reserve, the upcoming inflation data could …
Read More »Analysis of Powell’s Speech: Significance and Key Themes
The speech delivered by Fed Chair Jerome Powell at the 10th Annual US Treasury Market Conference marks a significant milestone in the understanding and regulation of the US Treasury market. It provides a historical context for the conference’s inception, highlights the market’s crucial role in the economy, and underscores the …
Read More »U.S. Dollar Consolidates After Sharp Rebound; Eyes on Federal Reserve Speeches
The U.S. dollar edged lower on Thursday as traders awaited more speeches from key Federal Reserve policymakers, following a sharp rally in the previous session. The Dollar Index, which measures the greenback against a basket of six other currencies, was down 0.1% to 100.565 as of 04:40 ET (08:40 GMT). …
Read More »Despite gains, bets on Fed could limit US Dollar’s uptrend
The market is still overestimating Fed easing even while the Fed is defying dovish expectations. S&P Global preliminary September PMIs came in above forecasts, indicating that the economy is still doing well. Fed representatives will make an effort to temper their dovish remarks. Amidst growing concerns of a recession, the …
Read More »Will Looming Economic Data Affect Fed’s Decisions on Interest Rates?
Earlier this week, Federal Reserve officials said that the US economy remains strong, but that they will be monitoring upcoming data for warning signs. Officials said they need to keep close tabs on job market data and ensure inflation doesn’t reignite. The Federal Reserve’s recent aggressive interest rate cuts, aimed …
Read More »Euro Retreats Against US Dollar as Fed Cuts Interest Rates
EUR/USD retreats below 1.1200, trading at 1.1131 at the time of writing, as the Euro responds to deepening worries over Eurozone economic growth. Earlier on Tuesday, the Euro has strengthened against the US Dollar as investors anticipate further interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve (Fed). This trend is fueled …
Read More »U.S. Stock Index Futures Edge Lower as Investors Eye Federal Reserve Updates
U.S. stock index futures saw a slight decline on Wednesday, as investors took a pause after recent record highs and shifted their focus toward upcoming signals from the Federal Reserve on interest rate movements. As of 05:50 ET (09:50 GMT), Dow Jones Futures fell by 25 points, or 0.1%, while …
Read More »US Dollar Weakened Following Soft Economic Data
The US Dollar experienced a decline in recent trading sessions, primarily driven by weaker-than-expected economic data. The release of the Consumer Confidence and Richmond Fed Manufacturing Index for September both fell below market expectations, suggesting a potential for more aggressive interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve in the coming …
Read More »The Euro’s Resurgence Reflects Shifting Landscape for Global Currencies
The Euro has witnessed a remarkable resurgence in recent weeks, buoyed by increasing expectations that the Federal Reserve (Fed) will significantly cut interest rates in the coming months. This shift in sentiment has been driven by a confluence of factors, including weakening economic indicators in both the US and Eurozone, …
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