The S&P 500 will deliver higher-than-expected earnings in 2024, fueled by steady growth and advances in artificial intelligence, according to analysts at Bank of America Corp. (BAC), recognized as one of Wall Street’s top earnings forecasters. In a recent statement, the financial institution commented that they have raised their S&P 500 earnings per share (EPS) estimate to $250 […]
U.S. Inflation remains high in february data
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 […]
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 […]
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%. […]
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 […]
The five most important events of the week
This week, investors will be paying close attention to the latest minutes from the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) as they look for new perspectives that will shape the future of monetary policy in the country. Also the results of the chipmaker Nvidia (NVDA) will be an important sign of the artificial intelligence fever that has […]
Fed Governor Affirms U.S. Dollar’s Status as Global Reserve Currency
U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed) Governor Christopher Waller said the U.S. dollar (USD) is likely to sustain its dominant status around the world despite recent threats from both cryptocurrencies, the promotion of the Chinese yuan and the strengthening of the euro. “I do not expect the US dollar to lose its status as the world’s reserve […]
Bitcoin’s market capitalization surpasses $1 trillion again
The market capitalization of Bitcoin surpassed $1.013 trillion, reaching a 25-month high, primarily driven by the approval of Bitcoin (BTC) ETFs in the U.S. market. The total value invested in Bitcoin surpassed $1 trillion on Wednesday for the first time since November 2021, supported by inflows from exchange-traded funds (ETFs) trading the spot cryptocurrency in […]