The upcoming interest rate decision by the Bank of Canada is a highly awaited event that will significantly impact the Canadian economy. As the central bank prepares to announce its monetary policy stance, investors and analysts are closely watching for clues about the future direction of interest rates and their …
Read More »Explainer: What Investors Should Know About ECB’s Rate Cut Dilemma
The European Central Bank (ECB) is grappling with a growing divide among policymakers regarding the economic outlook. While some fear a looming recession, others remain concerned about persistent inflation pressures. This divergence is likely to shape the rate cut debate for months to come, as the eurozone economy navigates a …
Read More »Turkey’s Economic Tightrope: A Balancing Act
A Tale of Two Quarters Turkey’s economic journey has been a rollercoaster in recent times, with a steep ascent in the first quarter followed by a more cautious descent in the second. The reasons for this shift are as complex as the Turkish economy itself. The First Quarter: A Consumer …
Read More »Financial Markets Weekly Recap: US Growth, PCE Ignites Price Actions
Financial markets experienced extreme volatility this summer, with notable corrections in August and an impressive resurgence. Geopolitical worries, economic statistics, corporate results, and expectations for monetary policy were some of the causes that drove volatility. Depending on the index, August’s market movement was akin to a summer action film, with …
Read More »Eurozone Inflation Still A Persistent Challenge
Inflationary pressures in the Eurozone persist even after the headline CPI has recently slowed down. The total price index has decreased, but underlying factors—especially the inflation of services—remain persistently high. The European Central Bank’s (ECB) monetary policy actions are being influenced by the ongoing inflationary environment, which may have major …
Read More »Mixed PCE Inflation Data Could Create More Market Uncertainty
The US Personal Consumption Expenditure (PCE) Price Index, a key inflation gauge for the Federal Reserve, presented a mixed picture in June 2024.Headline PCE Eases, Core PCE Holds Steady:The headline PCE inflation rate, which includes both food and energy prices, came in slightly lower than expected for the second consecutive …
Read More »Gold Prices Climb in Asian Trade, Near Record Highs as Inflation Data Looms
Gold prices rose in Asian trading on Thursday, edging closer to record highs as the U.S. dollar’s rebound cooled ahead of key inflation data. The yellow metal also benefited from safe haven demand, which was bolstered by disappointing earnings from NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA) that shook global equity markets. Gold Holds …
Read More »Gold Prices Slip as Stronger Dollar and Inflation Uncertainty Weigh on Markets
Gold prices fell on Wednesday, pressured by a stronger U.S. dollar and growing uncertainty ahead of a crucial U.S. inflation report that could influence the Federal Reserve’s decisions at its September policy meeting. Gold Slips But Holds Key Level Spot gold dropped 0.6% to $2,510.39 an ounce by 0953 GMT, …
Read More »US dollar weakened against gold and European currencies
The US dollar continued its downward trajectory on Tuesday, succumbing to pressure from rising risk appetite and mounting expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut. The greenback closed lower against a basket of major currencies, including the euro and the pound, as investors flocked to riskier assets. The Federal …
Read More »US bond yields continue to rise
US Treasury yields have continued to climb since the open, driven by market optimism following a series of positive economic data releases. Additionally, markets are eagerly awaiting the release of the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge, the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index, later this week. The yield on the …
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