Last week witnessed several important events and movements in terms of their impact on overall trading transactions. The week closed with a sharp decline in the US dollar in addition to weak performance of risk-linked assets amid mixed risk appetite due to the growing importance of the statements and data …
Read More »Market Drivers – US Session, March 7
WTI crude oil prices continued their consolidative trend in the commodities market, hovering around $80.00 per barrel, amid anticipation of a rate cut by the Federal Reserve and higher crude oil imports by China in January and February.Gold prices continued to rise, surpassing $2,160 per ounce to reach an all-time …
Read More »US dollar nosedives after Powell’s testimony, ADP data
The US Dollar Index (DXY) is experiencing losses following the soft print for January’s JOLTs Job Quits and Job Openings as well as the weak ADP Employment Change report for February. The Dollar Index (DXY) is 0.45% down, trading at 103.313 at the time of writing.Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell …
Read More »Steady Currency Markets Precede Powell’s Speech; Bitcoin Shows Resilient Rebound
On Wednesday, the dollar maintained stability as traders adopted a cautious approach ahead of key events such as Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s testimony, the European Central Bank’s interest rate decision, and US jobs data later in the week. Bitcoin showed renewed strength but remained below its recent record high …
Read More »US dollar fails to benefit from upbeat S&P Global PMIs
The DXY Index is 0.16% down, pointing to the 103.675 mark at the time of writing. The dollar is experiencing choppy trading due to China’s National People’s Congress, where markets were not impressed by the stimulus package to restore China’s growth and economy. This has triggered risk aversion and pushes …
Read More »Euro expected to appreciate only slightly against the US dollar
Economists expect the EUR/USD exchange rate to end the year at 1.1000. Limited upside potential is also suggested.Economists see limited upside potential for EUR/USD this year. By the end of the year, economist expect prices to be around 1.1000. The Euro is likely to appreciate slightly over the next few …
Read More »US dollar advances as markets digest PCE data
The US Dollar Index (DXY) is trading near 104.130, up for Thursday’s session, with the Core PCE Price Index matching predictions. Markets continue delaying rate cuts from the Fed, favoring the Greenback. Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) showed no surprises, and the Fed won’t rush to cut rates if there’s no …
Read More »Gold Prices Stabilize Amid Yield Decline, Dollar Strength
Introduction: Gold Market Steadies Amidst Yield Retreat and Dollar Uptick Gold prices found stability on Wednesday as a retreat in yields on US Treasury bonds partially offset the impact of a stronger dollar. Traders remained vigilant for key inflation data releases and statements from US Central Bank officials, seeking clues …
Read More »US Dollar Weakens in European Markets Amidst Yield Slowdown and Awaited Economic Data
Dollar Resumes Decline Amidst Yield Slowdown and Market Anticipation In European markets on Monday, the US dollar faced renewed downward pressure against a basket of global currencies, marking a continuation of losses halted in the previous session. This decline signals a trajectory towards testing the lowest levels seen in three …
Read More »USD/CAD rises ahead of US Durable Goods, GDP
The USD/CAD pair rose +0.09% and is trading at 1.3519 at the time of writing. Earlier on the day, the pair was in a slow drift near the 1.3500 handle, with Canada wholesale trade likely falling 0.6% in January. US New Home Sales rose 1.5% vs 7.2% previous, with Durable …
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