Chinese Investments in Australia Fall to AUD 1.34 Billion, Down 36% – Study
Chinese Investments in Australia Fall to AUD 1.34 Billion, Down 36% – Study In 2023, Chinese investment in Australia witnessed a significant decrease, plunging 36% to AU$1.34 billion from AU$2.1 billion in the previous year. This downturn is highlighted in the recent “Demystifying Chinese Investment in Australia (April 2024)” report by KPMG Australia and The […]
Pound Sterling Weakens Amid Rising Expectations of June BoE Rate Cut
Pound Sterling Weakens Amid Rising Expectations of June BoE Rate Cut The Pound Sterling (GBP) displayed marginal declines but remained largely steady, hovering above the 1.2600 mark during Monday’s European trading session. The GBP/USD pair exhibited limited movement as market participants brace for the upcoming United States Consumer Price Index (CPI) data for March, set […]
China Reports Slight Increase in Forex Reserves, Unveils New Technology Lending Initiative
China Reports Slight Increase in Forex Reserves, Unveils New Technology Lending Initiative China’s foreign-exchange reserves experienced a modest increase in March, as revealed by the State Administration of Foreign Exchange. Concurrently, the People’s Bank of China has announced a significant new initiative aimed at propelling the development of technology within the country. As of the […]
AUD/JPY Nears 99.90 Amid Expectations of RBA Holding Rates Steady
AUD/JPY Nears 99.90 Amid Expectations of RBA Holding Rates Steady The Australian Dollar/Japanese Yen (AUD/JPY) exchange rate has shown a significant uptrend, reaching nearly 99.90 during Monday’s European trading session. This bullish trend in the currency pair is largely driven by the robust performance of the Australian Dollar, buoyed by positive developments in Australia’s domestic […]
Japanese Yen Loses Most Early Gains, Falling from Two-Week High Against USD
Japanese Yen Loses Most Early Gains, Falling from Two-Week High Against USD The Japanese Yen (JPY), after reaching a two-week peak against the US Dollar (USD) during Friday’s Asian trading session, started to recede, trimming its early substantial gains to just modest levels. This retreat in the Yen’s value, however, is expected to be somewhat […]
RBNZ Expected to Maintain Steady Rates Amid Financial Instability Next Week
RBNZ Expected to Maintain Steady Rates Amid Financial Instability Next Week The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) faces a pivotal decision at its upcoming policy meeting on Wednesday, where it’s widely anticipated that they will maintain the current interest rate. With the official cash rate expected to stay at 5.5%, experts predict the RBNZ […]
EUR/USD Declines Toward 1.0830 Amid Market Caution, Attention on US NFP Data
EUR/USD Declines Toward 1.0830 Amid Market Caution, Attention on US NFP Data The Euro to Dollar exchange rate (EUR/USD) continues its downward trajectory that began on Thursday, approaching a value near 1.0830 during the Asian trading session on Friday. This movement reflects an increase in market caution, significantly influenced by escalating geopolitical tensions in the […]
Kugler from the Fed Suggests Reducing Interest Rates in the Current Year May Be Suitable
Kugler from the Fed Suggests Reducing Interest Rates in the Current Year May Be Suitable Adriana Kugler, a Federal Reserve Governor, has indicated that the U.S. could see a reduction in inflation without a significant impact on employment or economic growth this year, paving the way for potential reductions in borrowing costs. This comes as […]
Dow Jones Industrial Average Drops Below 39,000, Reversing Earlier Gains
Dow Jones Industrial Average Drops Below 39,000, Reversing Earlier Gains As Tuesday’s trading session drew to a close, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) experienced a shift back to negative territory, marking a notable development in the U.S. stock market. This change in trajectory for the DJIA was primarily influenced by the latest data indicating […]
Australian Dollar Struggles for Gains Against Strong US Dollar, Awaits ISM Services PMI
Australian Dollar Struggles for Gains Against Strong US Dollar, Awaits ISM Services PMI The Australian Dollar (AUD) is striving to continue its upward trend for a second day on Wednesday, facing challenges against a backdrop of varied economic factors. The AUD/USD pair has found some support due to a weakening US Dollar (USD), primarily influenced […]
Japan’s Service Sector Sees Rapid 7-Month Growth Boost in Demand – PMI
Japan’s Service Sector Sees Rapid 7-Month Growth Boost in Demand – PMI The Japanese service sector has experienced its most rapid expansion in seven months as of March, primarily driven by a surge in demand, especially in inbound tourism. This growth in services has been a critical factor in Japan’s recent economic performance, helping to […]
Australian Dollar’s Gains Limited by Stronger US Dollar, Awaiting ISM PMI
Australian Dollar’s Gains Limited by Stronger US Dollar, Awaiting ISM PMI On Monday, the Australian Dollar (AUD) showed signs of recovery, offsetting some of its recent losses. This upward movement appears to have been driven, in part, by encouraging Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) data from China, suggesting a positive outlook for the Australian economy due […]
China’s Industrial Revival Signals Further Economic Rebound
China’s Industrial Revival Signals Further Economic Rebound China’s manufacturing activity exceeded expectations in March, signaling a promising path towards the country’s ambitious 5% growth target for the year. The Caixin manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) climbed to 51.1, marking a fifth consecutive month of expansion and the longest streak in over two years. The government’s […]
NZD/USD Nears 0.5980 Amid Fed’s Powell Dovish Remarks, Eyes on US ISM PMI
NZD/USD Nears 0.5980 Amid Fed’s Powell Dovish Remarks, Eyes on US ISM PMI The NZD/USD currency pair has continued its upward trajectory for the second straight day, making notable gains during Monday’s Asian trading session and approaching the 0.5980 mark. This upward movement comes in the wake of dovish statements from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome […]
WTI Slips to Near $81.50 Amid Fed’s Hawkish Remarks, Unexpected Rise in US Crude Inventories
WTI Slips to Near $81.50 Amid Fed’s Hawkish Remarks, Unexpected Rise in US Crude Inventories Western Texas Intermediate (WTI), the benchmark for US crude oil, saw its prices hovering around $81.50 on Wednesday. This downward shift is attributed to the strengthening of the US Dollar (USD) and an unexpected increase in U.S. crude and gasoline […]
Aussie Dollar Weakens Against Rising US Dollar, Awaits Retail Sales Data
Aussie Dollar Weakens Against Rising US Dollar, Awaits Retail Sales Data The Australian Dollar (AUD) continued its downward trajectory for a second day in a row during Wednesday’s trading session, with the AUD/USD pair facing losses. This decline comes in the wake of weaker-than-expected Australian consumer price data, sparking speculation about a possible shift in […]
Potential Intervention Threatens Traders with Significant Yen Option Wagers
Potential Intervention Threatens Traders with Significant Yen Option Wagers The upcoming expiry of nearly $3 billion in dollar-yen options is causing considerable unease among traders, as the Japanese currency reaches levels that could prompt government intervention. On Wednesday, the yen weakened to its lowest in about 34 years, hitting 151.97 against the dollar. This significant […]
Pressure on the Kiwi Persists with Recent Data Indicating Slowed Growth
Pressure on the Kiwi Persists with Recent Data Indicating Slowed Growth The start of the new week in global markets was notably subdued, lacking significant catalysts or news. This quietude follows a busy previous week filled with central bank meetings and important economic data from various developed nations. Last week’s key takeaway was the growing […]