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US producer inflation cooler than expected In July

U.S. inflation pressure softens with a modest PPI increase, while the UK sees an unexpected drop in unemployment

13 Aug 2024, 13:28
US producer inflation cooler than expected In July

June PCE data shows modest inflation

Core PCE prices and real consumer spending both increased by 0.2%

26 Jul 2024, 13:46
June PCE data shows modest inflation

US economy surpasses growth expectations

The US economy grew 2.8% in Q2 2024, surpassing the 2.0% forecast, with strong consumer spending and investment.

25 Jul 2024, 13:29
US economy surpasses growth expectations

Dollar boosted by risk-off sentiment

Gold trading near a multi-day low around the $2,420 mark, driven by a stronger US Dollar and profit-taking following a recent rally.

19 Jul 2024, 07:50
Dollar boosted by risk-off sentiment

BoE’s Dhingra calls for rate normalization

BoE’s Swati Dhingra urges immediate interest rate normalization, citing weak UK demand and stable inflation

15 Jul 2024, 14:10
BoE’s Dhingra calls for rate normalization

WTI rises to $83.74 after large inventory drawdown

Markets change direction after Powell’s dovish comments on inflation

3 Jul 2024, 07:31
WTI rises to $83.74 after large inventory drawdown

Yen plunges to lowest level in 38 years

The U.S. dollar climbed to a peak of 160.82 yen, the highest since December 1986 while gold prices fell below $2,300.

27 Jun 2024, 08:25
Yen plunges to lowest level in 38 years

Japan consider intervention with USDJPY near 160

The BoJ is considering market intervention as USD/JPY nears 160. Rising inflation risks and yen depreciation were key discussion points in the latest policy meeting, with potential rate hikes and adjustments to bond purchases on the table.

24 Jun 2024, 07:30
Japan consider intervention with USDJPY near 160

S&P 500 at ATH, UK growth remains flat

Asian markets face selling pressure; Chinese indices weaken post CPI inflation data release

12 Jun 2024, 06:47
S&P 500 at ATH, UK growth remains flat

Stronger-than-expected job growth pressures gold

Market expects less dovish stance from the Federal Reserve

7 Jun 2024, 12:54
Stronger-than-expected job growth pressures gold