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RBA minutes stoke speculation of February rate cut

RBA minutes reveal cautious optimism on inflation but hint a February rate cut hinges on key economic data.

24 Dec 2024, 13:09
RBA minutes stoke speculation of February rate cut

Year-end Forex markets slow

Forex markets wind down amid holiday calm, with central bank minutes from the BoJ, BoC, and RBA, alongside key data releases, shaping the week’s economic narrative.

23 Dec 2024, 12:37
Year-end Forex markets slow

PCE prices rise less than expected

The US PCE price index rose below expectations in November, signaling easing inflationary pressures, while UK retail sales posted modest gains but fell short of forecasts. Meanwhile, Japan’s finance minister warns against currency volatility as USD/JPY nears the pivotal 160 level amid surging Treasury yields.

20 Dec 2024, 14:15
PCE prices rise less than expected

U.S. Tightens, China Holds: Markets await PCE data

China’s central bank kept rates steady, with the one-year LPR at 3.1% and the five-year at 3.6%, amid yuan weakness

20 Dec 2024, 07:05
U.S. Tightens, China Holds: Markets await PCE data

Fed's hawkish cut vs. BoE's dovish stand

The BoE signaled dovish, the BoJ held its stance, and the Fed cut rates while signaling caution on future easing.

19 Dec 2024, 13:05
Fed's hawkish cut vs. BoE's dovish stand

FOMC rate decision takes center stage today

The Federal Reserve is expected to announce a 25bps rate cut today, shifting market attention to updated economic projections, with a key focus on the pace of easing in 2025 and the neutral rate outlook.

18 Dec 2024, 13:04
FOMC rate decision takes center stage today

Gold dips as markets await Fed decision

Traders remain cautious ahead of the Federal Reserve policy decision, with limited movement across assets

18 Dec 2024, 05:44
Gold dips as markets await Fed decision

ECB will lower rates further

ECB President Christine Lagarde hints at potential rate cuts as inflation risks ease, while global PMI data shows mixed signals of economic momentum across major economies.

16 Dec 2024, 12:51
ECB will lower rates further

US inflation meets expectations at 2.7% in November

The US inflation rate rose to 2.7% year-on-year in November, matching market expectations. Core CPI remained steady at 3.3%, aligning with forecasts. Both headline and core readings reflected anticipated increases

11 Dec 2024, 13:56
US inflation meets expectations at 2.7% in November

China's monetary pivot fuels market optimism

Chinese equities surged after a policy pivot to a more dovish monetary stance for 2025, while global central banks brace for a pivotal week in rate decisions.

10 Dec 2024, 13:44
China's monetary pivot fuels market optimism