Fundamental Analysis

Equities Climb as Credit Suisse Deal Reassures Investors

US equities increased on Monday as investors were reassured by a deal to save Credit Suisse and moves by central banks to boost trust in the financial system. Investors also considered the possibility that the Federal Reserve could hold off on raising interest rates this week. Late on Sunday, UBS and rival Credit Suisse agreed Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Rise as Dollar Softens on Recession Worries

Currency futures rose, and the dollar dropped on Friday as markets became more nervous and worried about the possibility of a recession due to tighter monetary policy.  In recent days, US banks have requested a record $153 billion in emergency funds from the Federal Reserve, even though Credit Suisse’s $54 billion loan and First Republic’s Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Rebound on Improved Risk Sentiment, Lowered Rate Hike Expectations

US equities recovered on Tuesday as expectations for the size of the Fed’s next hike were lowered by inflation data that was largely on target. Risk sentiment also improved due to reducing concerns about contagion in the banking sector. After several days of risk-off instability brought on by the aftermath of the collapse of Silicon Read More…