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Closeup on markets ahead of US PPI Data and Powell's speech

Precious metals shine despite strengthening US dollar, as markets are cautious ahead of inflation figures

14 May 2024, 07:15
Closeup on markets ahead of US PPI Data and Powell's speech

Daly debates Fed rate amid inflation uncertainty

San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly weighs the Federal Reserve's potential interest rate decisions amidst uncertain inflationary trends, highlighting the dual scenarios influencing policy deliberations.

10 May 2024, 13:41
Daly debates Fed rate amid inflation uncertainty

April Nonfarm Payrolls disappoints

Non-farm and private sector employment fall short of expectations, signaling a slower-than-anticipated pace of job creation.

3 May 2024, 13:45
April Nonfarm Payrolls disappoints

All eyes on FOMC meeting and Powell’s comments

Amidst economic ambiguity, market awaits insights from the upcoming Fed meeting

1 May 2024, 08:39
All eyes on FOMC meeting and Powell’s comments

Euro Area inflation holds steady, economy shows resilience in Q1 2024

In April 2024, Euro Area inflation holds steady at 2.4%, while core inflation eases to 2.7%. The Eurozone's Q1 2024 economy grows by 0.3%, exceeding expectations. Bank of Japan's reported intervention in the FX market impacts currency dynamics.

30 Apr 2024, 14:54
Euro Area inflation holds steady, economy shows resilience in Q1 2024

A holiday in Japan, but not a holiday for Yen

Amidst holiday-thinned trading, the yen's sharp slide below 160 against the dollar, followed by a swift rebound, sparks speculation over potential intervention by Japanese authorities amidst concerns over Federal Reserve policy implications.

29 Apr 2024, 08:40
A holiday in Japan, but not a holiday for Yen

Yen's intervention challenge

Japanese authorities face a dilemma as the yen declines, with options market signals questioning the effectiveness of intervention.

23 Apr 2024, 14:02
Yen's intervention challenge

Markets hold their breath ahead of NFP data

The Non-Farm payroll is highly anticipated to trigger more volatility today as the US Job sector continues to exceed expectations.

5 Apr 2024, 09:43
Markets hold their breath ahead of NFP data

Brent Crude prices at over 5-month highs

Geopolitical unrest and supply concerns propel Oil prices

2 Apr 2024, 13:19
Brent Crude prices at over 5-month highs

US ISM Manufacturing grows, dollar rises

The US ISM Manufacturing PMI grew for the first time since September 2022

2 Apr 2024, 07:22
US ISM Manufacturing grows, dollar rises