UK Housing Market Gains Momentum in February, RICS Survey Reveals
UK Housing Market Gains Momentum in February, RICS Survey Reveals In February, the UK housing market experienced an uptick, as indicated by a recent industry survey. This development comes amidst speculations regarding the trajectory of the Bank of England’s interest rates, which could potentially influence future demand. The survey conducted by the Royal Institution of […]
Australian Dollar Gains Support from Rising ASX 200 Despite Stronger US Dollar
Australian Dollar Gains Support from Rising ASX 200 Despite Stronger US Dollar The Australian Dollar (AUD) is showing signs of consolidation, hinting at a potential recovery from its recent losses as of Wednesday. This comes amidst mixed market signals, including a positive performance from the S&P/ASX 200 Index and contrasting pressures from lower commodity prices. […]
Gold Price Lingers Around Weekly Low, Supported by Speculation of June Fed Rate Cut
Gold Price Lingers Around Weekly Low, Supported by Speculation of June Fed Rate Cut During Wednesday’s Asian trading session, Gold prices (XAU/USD) experienced a slight uptick, recovering partially from the previous day’s downturn which saw it reach the weekly low near $2,150. This shift occurs amid a complex interplay of economic signals and market expectations, […]
Biden Advocates for Increased Corporate Tax, Highlights Robust Economy in Major Address
Biden Advocates for Increased Corporate Tax, Highlights Robust Economy in Major Address In his State of the Union address, US President Joe Biden emphasized the need for increased corporate taxes, underscoring his commitment to reducing medication costs and enhancing housing affordability. This move comes as part of his efforts to address public concerns about the […]
EUR/USD Stabilizes Around 1.0950, Awaiting US Payroll Data
EUR/USD Stabilizes Around 1.0950, Awaiting US Payroll Data The EUR/USD currency pair has been exhibiting a phase of consolidation, struggling to extend the upward trajectory it started on March 1st. This period of steadiness comes as traders and market analysts fix their attention on forthcoming key economic releases from both the Eurozone and the United […]
WTI Stabilizes Near $78.50 Following Recent Upsurge Due to Changes in US Crude Oil Inventories
WTI Stabilizes Near $78.50 Following Recent Upsurge Due to Changes in US Crude Oil Inventories During the Asian trading hours on Thursday, the West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil price experienced a slight decline, hovering around $78.50 per barrel. This movement follows a notable surge on Wednesday, primarily fueled by developments in the US crude […]
China’s Ambitious 5% Growth Target Criticized as Lacking a Concrete Plan
China’s Ambitious 5% Growth Target Criticized as Lacking a Concrete Plan China has set an ambitious growth target of about 5% for this year, aiming to boost confidence in the world’s second-largest economy. However, analysts have noted the absence of detailed strategies from Premier Li Qiang to achieve this goal amidst China’s significant challenges. During […]
Gold Price Stable Near High, Amid Fed Rate-Cut Speculation and Market Softness
Gold Price Stable Near High, Amid Fed Rate-Cut Speculation and Market Softness During the early hours of Tuesday’s European trading session, the Gold price, measured in XAU/USD, maintained a steady range, reflecting a period of consolidation after its recent significant surge to a three-month high near the $2,120 mark, achieved the previous day. This stability […]
Morgan Stanley: Global Funds Reinvest in China Stocks
Morgan Stanley: Global Funds Reinvest in China Stocks As February concluded, the dynamics surrounding Chinese equities experienced a significant shift. Recent data compiled by strategists Gilbert Wong and Laura Wang, published in a March 4 note, highlighted a noteworthy deceleration in the outflows from Chinese stocks. Importantly, regional active managers began increasingly focusing on sectors […]
Japanese Yen Dips Versus USD as BoJ Uncertainty Lingers; Tokyo CPI in Focus Tuesday
Japanese Yen Dips Versus USD as BoJ Uncertainty Lingers; Tokyo CPI in Focus Tuesday The Japanese Yen (JPY) is experiencing renewed pressure after a slight recovery from its year-to-date low on Friday, as it enters the European trading session with a weaker stance against the US Dollar (USD). This development comes in the wake of […]
China’s Economy Exhibits Robust Stability
China’s Economy Exhibits Robust Stability The Chinese economy is currently displaying significant potential and promising prospects, according to Liu Jieyi, spokesperson for the second session of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference. In a recent news conference held on Sunday, Liu expressed a positive outlook on the future of China’s […]
Japanese Yen Weakens Against USD as BoJ-Fed Policies Diverge
Japanese Yen Weakens Against USD as BoJ-Fed Policies Diverge During the Asian trading session on Friday, the Japanese Yen (JPY) faced increased selling pressure, moving away from its two-week high achieved following hawkish comments by Bank of Japan (BoJ) board member Hajime Takata. These comments had momentarily fueled expectations of a more aggressive monetary stance […]
GBP/USD Modestly Recovers Near 1.2630, Limited Upside Potential
GBP/USD Modestly Recovers Near 1.2630, Limited Upside Potential During the Asian trading session on Friday, the GBP/USD currency pair witnessed a revival of buying interest, breaking a two-day losing streak that had led it to a one-week low in the region of 1.2615-1.2610 just a day earlier. The pair’s spot prices are currently hovering around […]
WTI Stays Under $78.00 as US PCE Data Approaches
WTI Stays Under $78.00 as US PCE Data Approaches Western Texas Intermediate (WTI), the benchmark for US crude oil, is currently hovering around $77.75 as of Thursday. The WTI prices have seen a slight decline, influenced by the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) decision to postpone initial rate cuts and the pressure from increasing US oil inventories. […]
USD/CAD Nears Two-Week High, Oil Price Surge May Limit Gains Before US Data
USD/CAD Nears Two-Week High, Oil Price Surge May Limit Gains Before US Data The USD/CAD currency pair has been on a rising trend for the fourth consecutive day, reaching a near two-week peak around the 1.3545 mark during the Asian trading session on Wednesday. This upward movement is largely driven by an increased demand for […]
EUR/USD Falls Amid Risk-Aversion Before Eurozone, US Data; Trades Near 1.0840
EUR/USD Falls Amid Risk-Aversion Before Eurozone, US Data; Trades Near 1.0840 The Euro/US Dollar exchange rate, known as EUR/USD, has seen a decrease, reaching nearly 1.0840 in the Asian market on Wednesday. This drop is mainly because traders are being very careful due to some important economic reports that are expected to be released soon. […]
WTI Oil Price Stays Around $77.30 Amid Potential Supply Interruptions and Russian Ban on Gasoline Exports
WTI Oil Price Stays Around $77.30 Amid Potential Supply Interruptions and Russian Ban on Gasoline Exports The West Texas Intermediate (WTI) oil prices are experiencing a surge, primarily influenced by geopolitical tensions and disruptions in international sea traffic. These disruptions have been notably caused by Iran-aligned Houthi militants. During the European trading session on Tuesday, […]
US Dollar Stabilizes After Recent Losses, Attention Turns to Upcoming US Economic Data
US Dollar Stabilizes After Recent Losses, Attention Turns to Upcoming US Economic Data The US Dollar is experiencing challenges in maintaining its strength against major global currencies in the early hours of Tuesday. This situation follows the US Dollar Index’s closure in negative territory on Monday, with it continuing to struggle, staying below the 104.00 […]