On Tuesday, US equities declined, closing with negative results as investors took profits after a sustained rally amid indications of weakening global demand. Fed Chairman Jerome Powell’s upcoming congressional testimony on Wednesday could further impact the market. The S&P 500 and the Dow were weighed down by Exxon Mobil Corp, causing all three major US Read More…
Fundamental Analysis
Equities Decline in Thin Trading Ahead of Jerome Powell’s Testimony
European equities declined on Monday as investors awaited additional stimulus measures from China and focused on the upcoming testimony from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. US markets were closed for a public holiday, resulting in thin trading. China’s cabinet met to discuss measures for boosting economic growth. According to state media, China lowered its key Read More…
Currency Futures Mixed After Multiple Central Bank Meetings
Currency futures closed mixed on Friday after a week full of policy decisions. The Japanese yen weakened against the greenback, reaching its lowest point in six months. The Bank of Japan, as anticipated, maintained its short-term rate target of -0.1% and its 10-year bond yield cap of 0%. Despite higher-than-expected inflation, the central bank continued Read More…
Gold Demand Soars as Dollar Plunges After ECB Rate Hike
Gold prices increased from a three-month low due to a decline in the dollar and bond yields caused by US economic data. The dollar dropped after the European Central Bank raised interest rates following the Federal Reserve’s pause in rate hikes. The European Central Bank lifted interest rates to a 3.5% high, indicating the possibility Read More…
Oil Loses Ground as Fed Flags More Rate Hikes in 2023
Oil prices fell by 1.5% on Wednesday after the US Federal Reserve announced more interest rate hikes for 2023. This news raised concerns about demand in the market, especially after government data revealed a significant unexpected increase in US crude oil stocks. Oil had climbed more than 1.5% earlier in the session. The previous day, Read More…
Equities Surge as US Inflation Eases, Confirming Bets of a Fed Pause
Equities rose on Tuesday amid optimism of a looming Fed pause. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq achieved their highest closing points in 14 months. This was driven by the data release indicating a modest increase in consumer prices in May. As a result, investors are now more confident that the Fed will not lift interest Read More…