The recent drop in the CB Consumer Confidence Index below 100 for the first time since July 2022 has raised concerns among investors. Chief Economist Dana M. Peterson attributed this decline to consumer worries about inflation. This development underscores the importance of monitoring FOMC member commentary for insights into inflation, economic outlook, and potential Fed
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The yen has reached a level of weakness against the US dollar that has not been seen since late April. This has prompted the Bank of Japan to intervene in the currency market, deeming a rate above 160 yen per USD as unacceptable. Japanese officials have issued warnings against “excessive” volatility, hinting at the possibility
As we head into the final trading week of the first half of the year, Asian markets are experiencing a mixed bag of performance across equities, currencies, and bonds. While Asian stocks are generally in decent shape, Chinese markets are struggling to keep up with their regional and global peers. Chinese stocks have been underperforming
In a recent television interview, Chancellor Olaf Scholz reiterated Germany’s coalition government’s commitment to its social agenda despite economic challenges. He emphasized the importance of defending and further developing the welfare state while addressing other pressing issues, such as military aid to Ukraine. The three-way coalition in Germany, comprising the Social Democrats (SPD), pro-business liberals
The financial landscape is constantly evolving, marked by intricate economic indicators, monetary policy decisions, and investor sentiment. In this article, we delve into the recent developments in consumer inflation expectations, private sector credit numbers, US economic data, CB Consumer Confidence Index, US Personal Income and Outlays Report, and their implications on monetary policy decisions. The
Germany’s Economy Minister Robert Habeck visited China and emphasized that the European Union is willing to engage in discussions regarding EU tariffs on Chinese exports. He conveyed that the message of open dialogue was well received by his Chinese counterparts, highlighting the importance of maintaining open markets while ensuring a level playing field for all
Germany’s Economy Minister, Robert Habeck, recently visited China to discuss the proposed European Union tariffs on Chinese goods. Contrary to popular belief, Habeck emphasized that these tariffs are not a form of punishment. This visit marks the first by a senior European official since the EU suggested imposing significant duties on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs)
In recent days, commodity markets have seen a resurgence in positive territory, with both silver (XAG/USD) and gold (XAU/USD) experiencing gains. The underlying factor behind this surge appears to be mounting concerns around geopolitical tensions in both the Middle East and Asia. News of a potential escalation on the northern border between Lebanon and Israel
Safe Superintelligence (SSI), founded by Ilya Sutskever, is set to revolutionize the field of artificial intelligence. Unlike traditional AI companies, SSI will exclusively focus on developing safe superintelligence with a clear mission and product roadmap. By avoiding distractions such as management and product cycle issues, SSI aims to stay true to its core values of
The latest report on U.S. factory production in May showed a surprising increase, rebounding from declines in the previous two months. The Federal Reserve reported a 0.9% jump in manufacturing output, surpassing economists’ expectations. However, despite this positive development, the outlook for sustained momentum in the sector remains uncertain. Higher interest rates and softening demand
The Nasdaq 100 (US Tech 100 mini on FXOpen) has recently faced some uncertainty in its price behaviour near the resistance level of 18,840. A decline in price was seen followed by a test of the former resistance at 18,250. This test showed aggressive demand, as indicated by the long lower shadow on the candle.
The price of gold experienced a setback at the beginning of the week, dropping below $2320 as geopolitical tensions took a backseat. The recent volatility in the market was influenced by conflicting data regarding interest rates and market participants’ preference for US Treasuries. The US dollar index (DXY) faced resistance at 105.63, leading to a
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