US Treasury yields are attempting to hold firm in the face of expectations for interest rate cuts. Yields on US government bonds are trying to withstand the rising expectations of interest rate cuts next month, supported by optimism that has prevailed in the markets since the statements of Mary Daly, …
Read More »WTI Oil Extends Recovery Amid Libya Production Halt
WTI’s recovery above $76.50 reflects a delicate balance between supply risks and market dynamics. Geopolitical tensions in Libya, coupled with broader economic factors, continue to shape the oil landscape. As investors keep a close eye on developments, the WTI price remains susceptible to sudden shifts.West Texas Intermediate (WTI), a crucial …
Read More »Explainer: How ‘Soft-Landing’ and Stock Performance Correlate
As interest rate cuts become closer, investors are closely watching economic data to assess whether the “soft landing” scenario that has supported U.S. stock performance in 2024 can continue.Fed Chair Jerome Powell recently signaled an impending reduction in interest rates. The process is expected to begin next month with a …
Read More »Noor Capital | Interview with Mohammed Hashad on Dubai TV – August 26, 2024
Dubai TV interviewed Mohammed Hashad, Head of Research and Development at Noor Capital and a member of the American Society of Technical Analysts. Hashad discussed recent market developments, asset performance, and investment tools, including oil, gold, and cryptocurrencies. He also shared his expectations regarding monetary policy, particularly the Federal Reserve …
Read More »Canadian Dollar Rallies on Fed Rate Cut Signal
The Canadian Dollar (CAD) experienced a significant surge against the US Dollar (USD) on Friday, August 23, 2024. This rally was primarily driven by the Federal Reserve’s indication of a potential rate cut cycle, which weakened the Greenback.Despite a mixed performance in Canadian retail sales data, the market’s focus shifted …
Read More »Dollar Softens as Markets Await Powell’s Jackson Hole Speech; Yen Gains on Ueda’s Hawkish Remarks
The U.S. dollar weakened on Friday as traders prepared for Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s upcoming speech at the Jackson Hole symposium. Meanwhile, the Japanese yen led gains among major currencies after Bank of Japan (BOJ) Governor Kazuo Ueda reaffirmed his commitment to raising interest rates if inflation continues to …
Read More »EUR/USD surges to fresh 13-month high following FOMC Minutes
On Wednesday, there was a sharp increase in the EUR/USD exchange rate, which culminated in fresh 13-month highs. Growing hopes that the Federal Reserve (Fed) would start a rate-cutting cycle in September are the main driver of this surge. These expectations were reinforced with the publication of the Fed meeting …
Read More »FOMC Minutes Showing Strong Consensus for September Rate Cut
The latest Federal Reserve meeting minutes indicate a strong likelihood of a rate cut at the upcoming September meeting. The vast majority of FOMC participants expressed confidence that the recent economic data, including inflation and unemployment trends, support a reduction in interest rates. While caution was advised regarding the sustainability …
Read More »FOMC Minutes: Risk to inflation goal had eased
According to the Minutes from the two-day session held on July 30-31, the vast majority of participants indicated it would likely be appropriate to ease policy at the next meeting if the data continued to align with expectations.Jerome Powell admits officials discussed a rate cut at July meeting The Fed …
Read More »Dollar Hits Yearly Low Against Euro Amid Anticipation of U.S. Payrolls Revisions and Powell’s Speech
The U.S. dollar slipped to its lowest level this year against the euro on Wednesday, as traders awaited crucial revisions to U.S. payrolls data later in the day and looked ahead to a significant speech by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell at the end of the week. The dollar also …
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