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UK CPI figures for April disappoint, despite continuing to move in the right direction
Despite both the headline and core rates moving lower, stubborn services sector pricing derails hopes of a June interest rate cut.
Ethereum price skyrockets amid spot ETF approval speculation
Ethereum's price surged to a two-month high of $3,700 as analysts significantly increased the likelihood of U.S. approval for spot Ethereum ETFs amidst potential political pressure on the SEC.
Softer CPI and retail sales numbers from the US put a September rate cut back in play
A sigh of relief in the markets as the CPI numbers came in on the soft side, although the weak retail sales numbers will be of concern.
Bank of England continues to lean towards a more dovish stance
Despite today's decision to keep interest rates on hold, numerous signals were presented to suggest monetary easing may not be far away.
UK consumers still reluctant to spend despite improving economic background
Despite rising disposable incomes, UK consumers remain reluctant spenders, possibly in anticipation of an expected higher tax burden to come.
FOMC message is that rate cuts remain on the table, but with less certainty on when they will ultimately be delivered
In the meantime, market 'buy-in' to the Fed's message is showing signs of weakening
Today's GDP and PCE numbers leave the US Fed caught between a rock and a hard place
A mixed bag of US data today, and especially so for the Fed as it contemplates if and when a first cut in interest rates might be warranted.
UK public borrowing ends fiscal year higher than forecast
UK government borrowing overshot forecasts for the 2023/24 fiscal year
A disappointing UK inflation report for the Bank of England
Today's report will not see the Monetary Policy Committee feeling there is any need to cut interest rates yet.
Strong US employment numbers push back further market timing of first interest rate cut
But despite today's strong official report, the true underlying state of US labour demand remains far from certain.
