Gold Price Recovers from Multi-Week Low, but Upside Potential Remains Limited Ahead of US CPI
Gold Price Recovers from Multi-Week Low, but Upside Potential Remains Limited Ahead of US CPI Gold (XAU/USD) is experiencing a modest rebound on Thursday, recovering from a six-day losing streak that pushed prices to a near three-week low, around the $2,605-$2,604 range. This intraday uptick is likely due to repositioning ahead of the crucial US […]
EUR/USD Hovers Near Two-Month Low, Remains Vulnerable Below Mid-1.0900s Ahead of US CPI
EUR/USD Hovers Near Two-Month Low, Remains Vulnerable Below Mid-1.0900s Ahead of US CPI The EUR/USD pair remains confined to a tight range below the mid-1.0900s during Thursday’s Asian session, consolidating its recent losses after hitting a nearly two-month low the previous day. The U.S. Dollar (USD) is holding firm near its highest level since August […]
What’s Moving Markets: US CPI, Retail Earnings, and UK Inflation
What’s Moving Markets: US CPI, Retail Earnings, and UK Inflation Wall Street is poised to start the week slightly higher as investors closely watch the latest inflation data, seeking confirmation that the Federal Reserve might begin cutting interest rates in September. While the quarterly earnings season is winding down, the retail sector will take center […]
US CPI Steady in May Ahead of Fed Decision
US CPI Steady in May Ahead of Fed Decision The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is set to release the eagerly awaited Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation data for May on Wednesday at 12:30 GMT. This report is highly significant as it could trigger substantial volatility in the US Dollar, with any unexpected figures potentially […]
EUR/USD Declines for Third Consecutive Day Ahead of Fed Rate Decision
EUR/USD Declines for Third Consecutive Day Ahead of Fed Rate Decision The EUR/USD experienced its third consecutive day of losses on Tuesday as market sentiment soured following the European Union parliamentary elections. The elections resulted in a significant shift towards center-right and far-right parties, with European voters showing strong support for these groups. Meanwhile, left-leaning […]
Australian Dollar Strengthens Ahead of US CPI Release
Australian Dollar Strengthens Ahead of US CPI Release The Australian Dollar (AUD) remains steady with a positive sentiment despite the lower-than-expected Wage Price Index (Q1) released on Wednesday by the Australian Bureau of Statistics. This index, which serves as an indicator of labor cost inflation, came in below expectations, yet the Aussie Dollar managed to […]
Asian markets cautious ahead of US CPI; China’s SSE Composite dips amid lower inflation
Asian markets cautious ahead of US CPI; China’s SSE Composite dips amid lower inflation Asian stock markets are presenting a diverse performance as investors exhibit caution in anticipation of the upcoming US Consumer Price Index (CPI) data. This significant economic indicator is poised to reveal vital insights into inflationary trends in the United States, with […]
Mixed Sentiment Ahead of US CPI Keeps Asian Stock Market Trading Sideways
Mixed Sentiment Ahead of US CPI Keeps Asian Stock Market Trading Sideways Asian stock markets are in a bit of a mixed situation right now, and people are waiting for some important information about the cost of things in the US, called the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The US Dollar is getting a bit more […]
Asian Stock Markets Slide Amid US-China Concerns; Focus Shifts to US CPI
Asian Stock Markets Slide Amid US-China Concerns; Focus Shifts to US CPI Asian stock markets are trending downwards on Thursday, reflecting a sense of caution due to apprehensions about potential deflation in China and renewed tensions in the US-China trade relationship. Traders are opting to stay on the sidelines as they await the eagerly anticipated […]
EUR/USD flat-lines around mid-1.0700s, traders await US CPI and FOMC decision this week
EUR/USD flat-lines around mid-1.0700s, traders await US CPI and FOMC decision this week The EUR/USD pair recovers a few pips from the Asian session low and for now, seems to have stalled its retracement slide from over a two-week high touched on Friday. Spot prices currently trade just below mid-1.0700s, nearly unchanged for the day, […]
US CPI Preview:- Will lower inflation data cause the Fed to pause
US CPI Preview:- Will lower inflation data cause the Fed to pause In general, inflation has been slowing over the last few months. Tomorrow, markets will get a look at December’s CPI print. Expectations are that the headline print will continue to move lower to 6.5% YoY vs a November reading of 7.1% YoY. Last […]
What will happen to GBP/USD if the UK surprises with higher CPI?
What will happen to GBP/USD if the UK surprises with higher CPI? US released its August CPI report. The headline was 8.3% YoY and expectation of 8.1% YoY and a July reading of 8.5% YoY. Headline inflation is decreasing. However, the Core CPI print for August was 6.3% YoY vs an expectation of 6.1% […]