Powell’s Brooking November 2nd FOMC Press Conference
Powell’s Brooking November 2nd FOMC Press Conference In Fed Chairman Powell’s press conference after the FOMC meeting on 2nd November, he said that incoming data suggests that the ultimate level of rates will be higher than previously anticipated. In addition, he noted that, how high rates rise is more important than the pace of tightening. […]
Australian inflation fell but just ‘weight’ a minute
Australian inflation fell but just ‘weight’ a minute Australian inflation rose only to 6.9% y/y, down from a peak of 7.4% and lower than the 7.5% expected. Housing, food and non-alcoholic beverages and transport were most significant contributors. CPI rose 0.2% m/m, below its long-term average of 2.5%. The RBA will be happy to hear […]
This week’s currency pair, USD/CNH
This week’s currency pair, USD/CNH This week will bring a lot of US macroeconomic data and speech from US Fed Chairman Powell, which should give the markets a clearer direction of where the Fed may be headed next regarding monetary policy. Powell speaks at the Brookings Institute on Wednesday. The topic is the economy and […]
Growing unrest in China Setting the Stage for a Risk-off Start
Growing unrest in China Setting the Stage for a Risk-off Start US and European bond markets showed a divergent picture as US markets reopened after the Thanksgiving Holiday. US Treasuries continued to outperform. A disappointing US PMI released earlier last week only reinforced the view that there is a strong enough case for the Fed […]
Upcoming Market Updates: AUD, EUR, GBP, CAD, USD
[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row”][vc_column][vc_column_text] Upcoming Market Updates: AUD, EUR, GBP, CAD, USD AUD: Retail Sales m/m, it measures Change in the total value of sales at the retail level. EUR: M3 Money Supply y/y, it measures Change in the total quantity of domestic currency in circulation and deposited in banks. EUR: Private Loans y/y, it measures Change […]
EUR/JPY Eyes Breakout – Xtreamforex
EUR/JPY Eyes Breakout – Xtreamforex The US out on holiday, there’s not much point in discussing the dollar. Instead, something that could move during the Asian hours. The Japanese yen. After being the weakest of major currencies for an extended period this year, the yen has stormed back against the dollar, along with equities, gold […]
RBNZ seen raising rates by historic 75 bps
RBNZ seen raising rates by historic 75 bps Whilst there has been some less expectations that inflation around parts of the world have topped out, recent data for New Zealand is remining us that inflation can remain at elevated levels for longer than anyone would like. CPI rose 2.2% q/q, up from 1.7% and well […]
Japan’s Inflation hits the ‘40-year high
Japan’s Inflation hits the ‘40-year high Despite the BOJ’s best efforts to contain inflation, prices are indeed rising. Nationwide inflation rose to its highest levels since 1984 at 3.7% y/y and core inflation is also at 3.6%. If food and energy are excluded, CPI is now 1.4% y/y- which is its highest since 1998 we […]
US Consumer Remains Strong
US Consumer Remains Strong Equity markets in Europe are back in the red yesterday, while the US looks largely unchanged around the open on Wall Street. Reports of missile strikes in Poland on Tuesday naturally caused a shudder in the markets. The prospect of a sudden and unexpected escalation in the war in Ukraine, particularly […]
Markets Position, The lower-than-expected US inflation
Markets Position, The lower-than-expected US inflation The lower-than-expected US inflation print simply extended with economic data serving as an accelerator. European stocks add a normal 0.6% but US indices open with very solid 0.9-2.5% gains. The US NY Empire manufacturing index surpassed the bar with ease, coming in at 4.5 vs a -6 consensus. But […]
AUD/USD – Australian Dollar US Dollar
AUD/USD – Australian Dollar US Dollar The Australian dollar is in negative territory, after posting huge gains last week. In the European session, AUD/USD was trading at 0.6690, down 0.22%. US Dollar took a nasty spill last week, and the Australian dollar made the most of it, gaining 3.6%. The US dollar was slammed after […]
United Kingdom Inflation Rate
United Kingdom Inflation Rate The UK GDP revealed that the economy shrank by only 0.2% in 3rd Quarter, which means that a contraction of more than 0.55% may be needed in the last three months of the year for the BoE’s forecast of a 0.75% contraction during H2 2022 to materialize. Yet, investors dragged their […]
How to Profit From US Inflation: Investment Options
How to Profit From US Inflation: Investment Options US inflation is expected to soften slightly – as markets have positioned themselves for it to do so. But that also presents opportunities for traders. The inflation prints as a proxy for Fed policy. Another hot report decreases the odds of a slower pace of Fed tightening, […]
Australian Business and Consumer Sentiment
Australian Business and Consumer Sentiment Business reported another strong month of sales and profitability, although a dip in new orders and rising costs weighed on sentiment. Whilst consumer-driven demand remains high, National Australian Bank’s chief economist noted that forms appear wary that the current pace of consumption will continue. PMI survey’s for Australia continue to […]
Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement
Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement Last week passed without any major movement. The main event was FOMC meeting of the US Federal Reserve at which it was unanimously decided to raise the key rate by 75 basis points to 4.00%. The highest level since 2008. Such a move was quite expected. Therefore, the subsequent press […]
The RBA with a 25bp hike Expected
The RBA with a 25bp hike Expected The RBA is set to hold their November meeting tomorrow and whilst the consensus is for a 25bp hike, it doesn’t mean they won’t do a 50bp one instead. Economists favor a 25bp hike, although money markets estimate a 51% chance of a 50bp hike tomorrow. It may […]
EUR USD | Euro US Dollar News
EUR USD | Euro US Dollar News EUR/USD continues to power forward and has breached the parity line for the first time since 20th September. The euro is red hot, having gained 2.1% this week, as the USD has hit a dump in the road and is lower against all major currencies. In the North […]
Upcoming Market Updates: JPY, EUR, GBP, USD
Upcoming Market Updates: JPY, EUR, GBP, USD JPY: BOJ Core CPI y/y, it measures Change in the price of goods and services purchased by consumers, excluding food and energy. EUR: German ifo Business Climate, it measures Level of a composite index based on surveyed manufacturers, builders, wholesalers, services, and retailers. GBP: MPC Member Pill Speaks, […]