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Euro weakens: ECB faces deflation risks

Soft inflation in Europe fuels ECB easing expectations, while mixed UK employment data eases BoE inflation worries

15 Oct 2024, 07:35

Markets await PPI to confirm inflation trend

Today’s PPI report and consumer sentiment could influence upcoming decisions on rate cuts.

11 Oct 2024, 08:08

U.S. inflation cools, but core prices stay sticky

U.S. inflation slowed to 2.4% in September, marking the sixth consecutive month of easing. However, core prices, driven by food and shelter costs, remain elevated, suggesting the Fed will maintain a cautious approach on rate cuts

10 Oct 2024, 13:32

Dollar strengthens, awaiting CPI data

ll eyes are now on the upcoming U.S. inflation data, with expectations of a 2.3% annual rise—the lowest in two years

10 Oct 2024, 07:21

Gold faces ongoing pressure amid strong U.S Dollar

Precious metal hovers near three-week low around $2,605 as market weighs Fed rate cut expectations and potential Middle East ceasefire

9 Oct 2024, 06:59

Japan's Yen worries resurface as RBNZ eyes rate cut

Japan's yen faces renewed pressure as verbal interventions from officials signal growing concern over a potential drop below the 150 level, while the RBNZ is expected to cut rates to counter inflation risks amid a cooling economy

7 Oct 2024, 13:25

Global services PMI data lead today's calendar

Key reports on the radar include services PMI data from major global economies, US jobless claims, the ISM PMI, and Durable Goods Orders

3 Oct 2024, 06:49

US PCE inflation falls to 2.2% in August

PCE price growth slowed from 2.5% yoy to 2.2% yoy, below expectation of 2.3%

27 Sep 2024, 13:21

Gold eases after record high; silver holds steady

The U.S. dollar’s slight rise softened gold prices, but Fed easing could limit the impact

25 Sep 2024, 06:41

RBA set to hold, while SNB may consider bold rate move

RBA is expected to hold rates steady and the SNB faces pressure to weaken the Swiss franc with a potential aggressive rate reduction.

23 Sep 2024, 12:39

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