The US Dollar, once a stalwart symbol of global economic stability, has found itself in a state of flux following the Federal Reserve’s recent decision to cut interest rates. This strategic move, aimed at stimulating economic growth, has had far-reaching implications for the currency’s value and its role in the …
Read More »US Dollar steadies as investors digest S&P Global PMIs
Despite poorer PMI data, the US currency held constant and even increased on Monday. The market pricing in 75 basis points of Fed easing by year-end. The Federal Reserve’s Goolsbee pledged that “many cuts” will be necessary in 2019. There are signs that the US economy is growing, even if …
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 »Dollar Softens Ahead of Federal Reserve’s Rate Decision, Yen Reaches Year High
The U.S. dollar weakened on Friday as uncertainty over the size of the Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest rate cut kept investors on edge. The yen reached its highest level this year amid widespread anticipation of a significant rate cut from the Fed at its meeting next week. With the Federal …
Read More »Accelerating Fed Rate Cut Optimism Boosts Gold To Fresh Record Highs
On Thursday, the price of gold hit yet another record high as investors became increasingly optimistic about the future decline in global interest rates. With the second rate cut in three months by the European Central Bank (ECB), the spot price of gold soared to $2,567 per troy ounce, up …
Read More »US Dollar Declines Amid Softening Labour Market and Inflation
The US Dollar has experienced a downward trend in recent sessions, primarily driven by weaker-than-expected labour market and inflation data. This decline reflects a shift in market sentiment as investors reassess the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy stance and the overall health of the US economy.Softening Labour MarketThe latest labour market …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session, September 10
Markets Await Key US Data, Central Bank DecisionThe US dollar maintained its upward trajectory on Tuesday, although its momentum appeared to be slowing as investors cautiously awaited the release of crucial US economic data. The US Dollar Index (DXY) remained near the upper end of its trading range, hovering around …
Read More »Dollar Recovers as Yen Retreats; U.S. Inflation Data Looms Large
Dollar Gains Ground as Yen Retreats; Investors Await U.S. Inflation Data The dollar rebounded on Monday, recouping some of its recent losses, while the yen eased off its safe-haven highs. Investors, uncertain about the scale of an upcoming Federal Reserve rate cut, are now turning their attention to this week’s …
Read More »US Dollar Holds Steady Amid Mixed NFP Data
The US Dollar regained its footing following the release of August’s Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report, which offered a mixed bag of economic indicators. While the headline number fell short of expectations, a decline in the unemployment rate and a rise in average hourly earnings fueled speculation about more aggressive monetary …
Read More »US Dollar Weakened on Mixed Economic Data
The US Dollar experienced a decline on Thursday following the release of mixed economic data. While services sectors showed signs of growth, labour market indicators hinted at potential weakness. This confluence of factors has led investors to speculate on a more aggressive interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve in …
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