UK Consumer Sentiment Hits Near Two-Year Peak
UK Consumer Sentiment Hits Near Two-Year Peak In the closing month of the year, the UK’s consumer confidence has shown a slight uptick, indicating a modest shift in public sentiment despite ongoing economic challenges. In December, analysis from market research firm GfK Ltd. identified a rise in consumer sentiment, marking the highest point since the […]
Yellen Calls for China to Transition Away from State-Driven Economic Practices Deemed ‘Unfair
Yellen Calls for China to Transition Away from State-Driven Economic Practices Deemed ‘Unfair In a recent address, US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen urged China to reconsider its state-centric economic model, which she believes is deterring investors. She highlighted the dominance of state-owned enterprises and the extensive influence of China’s security apparatus as major impediments to […]
USD/CAD Drops Below 1.3400 Amid Weak Dollar and Rising Oil Prices, Awaiting US PMI Data
USD/CAD Drops Below 1.3400 Amid Weak Dollar and Rising Oil Prices, Awaiting US PMI Data In recent sessions, the USD/CAD currency pair has continued its downward trajectory for the third consecutive day. The pair was seen hovering around the 1.3390 mark during Friday’s Asian trading hours. The depreciation of the pair is largely due to […]