EUR/USD eased on Monday, trading near 1.1700 after advancing around 1% in the previous session. However, losses may remain capped as the US Dollar (USD) continues to face pressure from rising expectations of a Federal Reserve (Fed) rate cut in September, following Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s remarks at the Jackson Hole symposium. Powell acknowledged growing […]
Daily Technical Analysis EUR/USD: Stabilizes Under 1.1650 as Markets Anticipate Powell’s Speech in Jackson Hole
EUR/USD is consolidating above the 1.1600 level, trading near 1.1640 and down 0.12% as markets await Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s speech at Jackson Hole and monitor developments in the Ukraine-Russia conflict. In the U.S., housing data released Tuesday had little impact, with investors focused instead on last week’s inflation reports. CPI figures initially fueled […]
Outlook for the Week of August 18 – 22
The week of August 18 – 22 is set to be pivotal for global markets, with the release of the Federal Reserve’s July meeting minutes and Chair Jerome Powell’s remarks at the Jackson Hole symposium potentially paving the way for a September rate cut. In the United States, key data including housing starts, building permits, […]
Daily Technical Analysis: EUR/USD Rises to 1.1700 on Weak US CPI and Growing Fed Rate Cut Speculation
The EUR/USD advanced during Tuesday’s session, supported by mixed US inflation data and comments from President Donald Trump targeting Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. At the time of writing, the pair trades 0.50% higher at 1.1673. Market sentiment remained constructive, with US equities gaining after the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) release. Headline inflation was […]
Outlook for the Week of August 11–15
The week of August 11–15 is expected to be quieter in terms of scheduled events but still carries the potential for meaningful market developments. In the United States, focus will be on July CPI, PPI, and retail sales, as investors assess inflation trends against signs of slowing growth and persistent trade tensions. In the UK, […]
El Salvador Approves Law Enabling Investment Banks to Offer Bitcoin and Digital Asset Services
New legislation aims to attract global capital and establish El Salvador as a regional hub for digital assets. El Salvador’s Legislative Assembly has enacted a comprehensive Investment Banking Law creating a new category of financial institutions dedicated exclusively to high-net-worth and institutional clients, according to a recent press release. Proposed last year, the legislation seeks […]
Daily Technical Analysis EUR/USD: maintaining profits in the region of 1.1650 despite the cautious tone regarding the ECB’s outlook
EUR/USD edged higher on Monday, recovering from last session’s losses to trade around 1.1650. The move was supported by renewed strength in the Euro, fueled by expectations that the European Central Bank (ECB) could pause its easing cycle in September. Market sentiment toward the Euro also improved amid hopes that the Ukraine-Russia conflict could be […]
Daily Technical Analysis EUR/USD: remains stable at close to 1.1570 as markets assimilate the Fed’s forecasts
The EUR/USD remained stable around 1.1573 on Wednesday as traders assessed the latest US employment figures and awaited additional economic releases. Mixed HCOB Flash PMI readings from the Eurozone failed to lift the Euro against the Dollar. During the session, reports surfaced that President Donald Trump considered nominating Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to fill the […]
Fundamental Analysis of European and U.S. Stock Markets – August 5, 2025
On Monday, August 4, global equity markets recorded moderate gains in what was otherwise a quiet trading session, marked by limited macroeconomic data and corporate news. Major Western indices partially recovered losses from the previous three sessions—particularly those from Friday—supported by strength in the banking sector. In the United Kingdom, several banks rallied after avoiding […]
Outlook for the Week of August 4–8
The week of August 4–8 is expected to be relatively quiet but could still hold meaningful developments for global markets. The spotlight will be on the Bank of England’s rate decision, as policymakers navigate the challenge of persistent inflation amid slowing economic growth. In the U.S., attention shifts to the ISM Services PMI, a key […]