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
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The AUD/USD pair has been on an upward trajectory, reaching a six-month high of 0.6752. This surge in the currency’s strength is attributed to market expectations that the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) may diverge from the global trend of reducing interest rates. The anticipation of a potential rate hike in response to rising inflation
The upcoming June inflation report, scheduled for release on Thursday, July 11, is creating a buzz among investors and economists alike. Market expectations are leaning towards a 0.1% month-over-month increase and a 3.1% year-over-year change, with core CPI forecasted to go up by 0.2%. Bank of America is in agreement with these projections but is
The gold price has seen a decrease in momentum below the $2,400 barrier due to China’s Central Bank’s decision to stop buying gold for the second consecutive month in June. This pause in gold buying by the world’s largest bullion consumer has had a noticeable impact on the price of the precious metal. There is
The recent GDP data from Japan reveals a concerning trend – the economy has contracted for the third consecutive quarter, raising concerns of a possible fourth quarterly contraction. A key question that arises is whether the weakness of the Japanese Yen is impacting private consumption and the overall economy. The Bank of Japan’s Deputy Governor
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
Investors will be closely monitoring Fed Chair Powell’s testimony before the Senate Banking Committee this week. Powell’s comments at the March testimony highlighted the bumpy path back to the Fed’s 2.0% inflation target and the possibility of dialling back on policy this year. However, he stressed the need for confidence in the disinflation process. Markets
The Australian economy is under scrutiny, especially with the recent hotter-than-expected monthly CPI indicator. This has led to speculation about a potential rate hike by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) in September. However, experts remain divided on the matter, with some predicting a rate cut instead. This uncertainty has created a challenging environment for
In Friday’s early European session, the EUR/GBP cross was trading with a mild bearish bias around 0.8475. The main reason for this was the victory of the Labour Party in the parliamentary election, securing 337 seats and gaining a majority in the House of Commons. This outcome has generated optimism among investors, as Keir Starmer’s
The recent uptrend in the USD/JPY pair led to a new multi-year high at 161.95, but a correction lower has been observed. The pair traded below a key bullish trend line with support at 161.50 on the 4-hour chart, indicating a potential shift in momentum. The downward correction found immediate support near the 160.65 level
The recent data on labor market indicators presents a concerning picture, signaling a potential weakening in the labor market. This could have significant implications for both wage growth and disposable income. The ANZ-Indeed Job Ads index, which experienced a 2.2% decline in June following a 1.9% drop in May, suggests a slowdown in hiring activity.
The European stock markets experienced a surge in optimism on Thursday, driven by the expectation of U.S. interest rate cuts due to soft economic data. This positive sentiment was reflected in the rise of the pan-European STOXX 600 index by 0.6% to reach a one-week high. Investors were particularly keen on the London markets as
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