Central Bank Extravaganza Persists as SNB and BOE Take Center Stage Later Today
Central Bank Extravaganza Persists as SNB and BOE Take Center Stage Later Today Yesterday, after the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, it became clear that the Federal Reserve (Fed) might lower interest rates in June. The Fed’s projections, called dot plots, showed they might reduce rates by 75 basis points this year. Fed Chairman […]
Impending Adjustments in US Stocks May Pose Challenges for Global Funds
Impending Adjustments in US Stocks May Pose Challenges for Global Funds The upcoming shift to a shorter settlement cycle for U.S. securities is presenting significant challenges for international fund managers. This change, set to be implemented on May 28, is a move to a T+1 settlement cycle, where transactions are settled one business day after […]
Pound Sterling Declines Amid UK’s Mild Inflation and Risk-Averse Market Mood
Pound Sterling Declines Amid UK’s Mild Inflation and Risk-Averse Market Mood In Wednesday’s trading session in London, the Pound Sterling exhibited significant volatility following the release of unexpectedly mild Consumer Price Index (CPI) data for February by the UK’s Office for National Statistics (ONS). The data showed a deceleration in annual headline and core inflation […]
Bank of Japan’s Interest Rate Shift Brings Optimism to China
Bank of Japan’s Interest Rate Shift Brings Optimism to China The recent move by the Bank of Japan (BOJ) to end its 23-year-long quantitative easing (QE) policy and the world’s last negative interest rate regime marks a significant shift in global economic dynamics. On March 19, BOJ Governor Kazuo Ueda announced the end of Tokyo’s […]
GBP/JPY Stays Strong, Yet Below the 193.00 Level After UK CPI Data Release
GBP/JPY Stays Strong, Yet Below the 193.00 Level After UK CPI Data Release During early Wednesday trading in Europe, the GBP/JPY pair maintained its strength, staying just below the 193.00 mark. The Pound Sterling remained resilient against the Japanese Yen despite the release of lower-than-expected UK CPI inflation data for February. Market focus is now […]
China’s Bond Market Flourishes Amid Global ‘Asset Famine’ for Investors
China’s Bond Market Flourishes Amid Global ‘Asset Famine’ for Investors In an unprecedented trend, Chinese sovereign debt is experiencing a record-breaking surge, indicating a mix of low confidence in the country’s financial system and an excess of liquidity in the form of cash and bank deposits. The longer end of China’s bond market has seen […]
Japan’s Stocks Fluctuate, Yen Nears 150 Following BOJ’s Predicted Policy Shift
Japan’s Stocks Fluctuate, Yen Nears 150 Following BOJ’s Predicted Policy Shift On Tuesday the Japanese stock market experienced notable fluctuations, while the national currency, the yen, weakened to a level close to 150 per dollar. This market activity followed the Bank of Japan’s landmark decision to conclude its eight-year practice of negative interest rates, marking […]
Rightmove Reports Largest Increase in Property Listing Prices in 10 Months for March
Rightmove Reports Largest Increase in Property Listing Prices in 10 Months for March In March, average property asking prices in the UK experienced a 1.5% increase, reaching £368,118, as reported by Rightmove. This latest data, focusing on newly-listed homes, indicates a £13,000 rise since December. However, the average asking price remains £4,776 below the peak […]
Major Currency Pairs Remain Stable Before Crucial US Economic Data Release
Major Currency Pairs Remain Stable Before Crucial US Economic Data Release Throughout the latter half of the week, major currency pairs have been exhibiting fluctuations within narrow margins. Following a slight downturn on Wednesday, the US Dollar (USD) Index has maintained a subdued profile, hovering just below the 103.00 mark in Thursday’s European morning. Market […]
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 […]
USD/CHF Nears 0.8790 Amid Strong US Inflation
USD/CHF Nears 0.8790 Amid Strong US Inflation The US Treasury Secretary, Janet Louise Yellen, recently expressed her views on the future of interest rates in the United States, stating that it is unlikely they will return to the pre-pandemic lows. This observation was made in the context of discussing the interest rate assumptions in President […]
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, […]
GBP/JPY Falls Close to 188.70 Amid Rumors of Bank of Japan Mulling Rate Increase in March
GBP/JPY Falls Close to 188.70 Amid Rumors of Bank of Japan Mulling Rate Increase in March The GBP/JPY pair retraced its recent gains from Tuesday, declining to near 188.70 in the Asian trading session on Wednesday. This shift can be attributed to the strengthening of the Japanese Yen (JPY), spurred by market speculation about the […]
XRP Poised for Weekly Drop as Investors Pocket $370 Million in Profits
XRP Poised for Weekly Drop as Investors Pocket $370 Million in Profits The price of XRP, a popular altcoin, experienced a downturn, reaching $0.62 on Friday. Despite this drop, it managed to stay above the crucial $0.60 mark, a psychologically significant level for traders and investors. This recent price movement has been primarily attributed to […]
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 […]
BNB Price Surges 10% Amid Binance’s Global Regulatory Challenges
BNB Price Surges 10% Amid Binance’s Global Regulatory Challenges Binance Exchange, the world’s largest cryptocurrency trading platform by volume, is currently embroiled in a series of regulatory controversies across various jurisdictions. In Nigeria, the authorities have summoned CEO Richard Teng over allegations of money laundering and terrorism financing, as reported by the local newspaper, Punch. […]