In February, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) grew grew 0.4% month-over-month and 3.2% annually. The Bureau of Labor Statistics of the Department of Labor reported that the core CPI, which does not include food and energy prices, rose 0.4% in February and 3.8% compared to the same month last year. Although inflation has been falling since […]
GBP/USD Uptrend Gains Momentum
The British pound (GBP) aims to reach multi-month highs against the US dollar (USD). This week, alongside recent CPI data showing unexpected inflation persistence in the U.S., pay attention to wage data and further inflation figures. Sterling is likely to reach its highest level in several months against the dollar this week, boosted by positive signals from […]
London Stock Exchange to accept BTC and ETH ETNs
The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority said it will not oppose applications to create a market segment for ETNs backed by cryptocurrencies. The London Stock Exchange (LSE) reported that it is going to start allowing and accepting applications for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) exchange-traded notes (ETNs) by the second quarter of 2024. On Monday, March 11, […]
Boeing stocks have fallen more than 25% so far in 2024
Boeing shares fell nearly 3.2% to be the worst performer among members of the Dow Jones Industrial Average. The disappointing year for Boeing (BA) continues into 2024, recently hitting a new low, with shares plunging more than 25% so far this year, just after the Justice Department began a criminal investigation into issues related to the […]
Outlook for this week’s most important events
Key points to watch out for: US CPI: A Potential Challenge The US Federal Reserve (Fed) is not due to meet until the 20th of this month to make a decision on the country’s monetary policy, and after last week’s jobs report, all eyes are now on the CPI figures due for release on Tuesday, […]
EUR/USD The pair Trades Below Major Resistance
The EUR/USD is trading in a wide range below 1.0950 during European hours on Monday. This activity triggers an extension of a sideways move against the US dollar. Despite trading consistently defensively last week, the dollar has remained firm. Investors Investors are currently hesitant to place any bets on the major currency, awaiting the release of CPI […]
U.S. Federal Reserve minutes warn of risks if interest rates are lowered too quickly
Most U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) officials showed concern last month about the possibility of lowering interest rates too quickly, noting that the risks of lowering rates too quickly outweigh the risks associated with maintaining high borrowing costs for an extended period. The minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee meeting held on January 30-31 reported […]
Inflation in Canada recorded a fall to 2.9% in January
Canada’s annual inflation fell to 2.9%, largely due to a reduction in fuel prices, according to Statistics Canada data. This marks the first occurrence since June of the previous year that the annual rise in consumer prices has dipped below 3%. These numbers bring inflation ever closer to the Bank of Canada’s target level of 2%. […]
XAU/USD The Trend is Rebounding
This week, the gold (XAU) and other metals markets could be influenced by the US dollar’s (USD) performance, testing investors’ risk tolerance and willingness to engage. A recent report on US wholesale inflation serves as a reminder that the battle against rising prices continues, suggesting the need for alternative strategies in this market environment. In the […]
Dollar loses ground as euro rises ahead of wages data
The U.S. dollar (USD) is losing ground in early European trading today but remains near recent highs, as expectations persist that U.S. interest rates will stay high for some time. Meanwhile, the euro (EUR) faces a crucial test with the upcoming wage data release later today. With the U.S. stock market reopening today after its […]