On Friday, Wall Street experienced a surge in stock prices, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average reaching new record highs. Investors were optimistic about potential interest rate cuts by the U.S. Federal Reserve in September, prompting a flurry of activity in the market. However, despite the initial spike in stock prices, the
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The recent fall of the dollar against the yen for two consecutive days has raised concerns about Japan’s possible intervention in the currency markets. Meanwhile, global equities saw a rise as investors shifted their attention towards the anticipated U.S. Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts. The fluctuation in the benchmark 10-year U.S. Treasury yield, following the release
In the week ending July 5, foreign investors poured a significant amount of money into Japanese stocks, totaling a net purchase of 916.05 billion yen, marking their most substantial weekly investment since January 12. This surge in investments was primarily fueled by a market rally and optimism surrounding the solid corporate earnings expected in the
In a recent article by the Financial Times, it was reported that Prabowo Subianto, the President-elect of Indonesia, plans to allow the nation’s debt-to-GDP ratio to rise to 50%. This decision is based on the condition that his administration can increase tax revenues. While this may seem like a bold move to boost economic growth
The dollar weakened on Wednesday following comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell suggesting that the central bank is inclined towards cutting interest rates. Powell emphasized the need for further decreases in inflation before implementing any rate changes. This comes as economists anticipate that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) data, set to be released on
Bank of England Chief Economist Huw Pill recently addressed the possibility of an August interest rate cut, dampening expectations due to strong price pressures in Britain’s economy. This has led to uncertainty surrounding the timing of such a move, as Pill emphasized the “uncomfortable strength” of services inflation and wage growth. Despite headline inflation falling
Turkey’s Statistical Institute (TUIK) has faced criticism for its handling of inflation data, particularly regarding the lack of historical price information beyond May 2022. This raised concerns about the transparency and credibility of the inflation figures, especially when the institute stopped sharing this crucial data. Despite the backlash, TUIK’s head, Erhan Cetinkaya, defended the institute’s
The U.S. dollar is facing pressure in the currency markets after a soft jobs report and political uncertainty in France. The euro managed to hold its ground, despite sharp swings following a hung parliament in France, which indicates potential political gridlock. This outcome removes concerns about far-right or leftist victories that could have impacted fiscal
A rally in chip stocks recently lifted the Nasdaq and S&P 500 to record highs. Companies like Nvidia, Super Micro Computer, and Intel saw significant gains in their stock prices. Nvidia jumped 2.5%, while Super Micro Computer, a company that makes AI-optimized servers using Nvidia’s chips, rallied almost 9%. Intel also rallied almost 6%. This
The leader of the hard-left France Unbowed Party, Jean-Luc Melenchon, is portrayed as a fiery orator with a divisive reputation in French politics. Known for his unorthodox proposals and class war rhetoric, Melenchon has faced accusations of antisemitism. Despite his political experience and previous presidential runs, he has not been able to secure a win,
The Asian market seems to be on a positive trajectory as investors start the week with a positive mood. The recent U.S. job figures have reinforced the “soft landing” narrative, resulting in a decrease in the dollar and bond yields. This has fueled the ongoing rally in stocks, with most major equity markets worldwide reaching
France’s political landscape has undergone a significant transformation as political parties rushed to form alliances in response to President Emmanuel Macron’s unexpected decision to call a parliamentary election. This move has led to the emergence of three major blocs, each with its own unique positioning and campaign pledges. Marine Le Pen’s eurosceptic National Rally party
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