The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) experienced a volatile session on Thursday, following the release of mixed economic data. The US Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Initial Jobless Claims reports presented a conflicting picture of the economy, leaving investors uncertain about the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) future monetary policy path.Inflationary Pressures …
Read More »Explainer: Inflation Data Sparks Debate on Fed Rate Path
The Federal Reserve, tasked with maintaining price stability and promoting economic growth, faces a delicate balancing act in its monetary policy decisions. The recent release of inflation data has once again highlighted the complexities of this task.Inflation, the sustained increase in the general price level of goods and services over …
Read More »How can FOMC Minutes Affect the US Dollar?
The Federal Reserve (Fed) is set to release the minutes from its September 17-18 policy meeting on Wednesday at 18:00 GMT. The meeting marked a significant shift in monetary policy as the central bank cut interest rates by 50 basis points, the first reduction in over four years.While the market …
Read More »EUR/USD dragged lower following upbeat US labour data
EUR/USD slides below 1.1000 after robust US labor market growth. The EUR/USD pair falls sharply below 1.1000 as US NFP surprisingly came in higher than estimates in September. The EUR/USD dips below the psychological support of 1.1000 in Friday’s New York session. The major currency weakens as upbeat United States …
Read More »Fed’s Goolsbee: Labour market is at full employment
Speaking to Chicago public radio station WBEZ, Chicago Federal Reserve Bank President Austan Goolsbee warned on Thursday that if the strike continues, supply-chain disruptions could exert upward pressure on prices and negatively impact the economy.Austan Goolsbee on Thursday said retailers and manufacturers had stockpiled about two weeks worth of items …
Read More »U.S. Jobless Claims Rise Slightly, Remain Near Four-Month Low
The number of Americans filing for first-time unemployment benefits increased more than expected last week, though the figure remains close to the lowest level in four months, signaling continued strength in the U.S. labor market. Initial jobless claims for the week ending Sept. 28 rose to 225,000, up from a …
Read More »US bond yields decline due to a flight to safe havens
Treasury yields have embarked on a new downward trajectory due to increased demand for safe-haven assets. This inverse relationship between bond prices and yields is a common occurrence in the market.The heightened demand for safe-haven assets, particularly U.S. government bonds, was spurred by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East …
Read More »Fed’s Bostic Doesn’t Rule Out Another Jumbo Rate Cut
Raphael Bostic, the President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, believes that the Fed should be prepared to make larger interest rate cuts if the job market weakens. He reassured markets that his business contacts don’t anticipate layoffs, but this statement seems out of place given the recent ISM …
Read More »Dollar Rebounds and Asian Stocks Surge After Fed’s Bold Rate Cut
Global markets reacted strongly following the Federal Reserve’s aggressive interest rate cut of 50 basis points, setting the stage for a measured easing cycle. The move is widely seen as an attempt to guide the U.S. economy toward a soft landing after months of elevated inflation and economic uncertainty. U.S. …
Read More »Explainer: Earnings The Real Catalyst For S&P 500’s Rebound
As the Federal Reserve prepares to cut interest rates, investors are eagerly anticipating a broader market recovery. While the Fed’s actions will undoubtedly provide a supportive environment, it’s crucial to recognize that earnings growth is the true catalyst for the S&P 500’s rebound.Beyond Big Tech: A Broad-Based RallyWhile Big Tech …
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