Key points to watch out for: SNB to Continue Cutting Interest Rates Due to Franc Strength The Swiss National Bank (SNB) is the latest major central bank to announce its September policy decision. Like with the Federal Reserve, uncertainty remains about the size of the rate cut. Investors estimate a 60% chance of a 25 […]
Market Highlights for the Week: Inflation, Gold, and the Fed
Key inflation data and speeches from several Federal Reserve policymakers will be closely monitored by investors following last week’s significant rate cut. PMI data will offer insights into the global economy’s strength, while gold prices remain near record highs. Here’s what to watch in the markets this week. Inflation The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge, […]
U.S. Stock Markets Advance, More Signals from the Fed Awaited
Stock markets were trading slightly higher on Monday as investors took a breather at record levels in anticipation of further signals from the Federal Reserve this week. The preference for interest rate cuts following the Fed’s tapering efforts caused both the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average to hit record highs the previous […]
Dollar Rebounds, Euro Hit by Poor PMI Data
The U.S. dollar rose on Monday, moving away from the one-year low recorded the previous week, while poor data on economic activity in the euro zone weighed on the euro. Dollar on PCE watch The U.S. dollar has somewhat recovered from the massive sell-off that followed the Federal Reserve’s sharp rate cut last week, and […]
Daily Technical Analysis EUR/USD: Near 1.1150 with Eurozone PMI Data in Focus
The EUR/USD is holding near 1.1150 in the early hours of Monday’s session. The U.S. dollar could lose value on the back of the increased possibility of further interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve this year, which could underpin the EUR/USD. Last week, the Fed cut interest rates by 50 basis points, bringing them […]
Exploring NFTs: A Diversification Strategy for Modern Traders
NFTs are unique digital assets based on blockchain technology, representing a growing opportunity for traders and investors seeking diversification in their portfolios. Each NFT has a digital certificate of authenticity and metadata that records its value and movement. As the popularity and demand for NFTs continue to rise, particularly in areas like digital art, online […]
Bitcoin Price Today: Around $60,000 Before the Rate Cut
Bitcoin prices rose Wednesday on expectations of an interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve, while data indicating an improvement in capital flows into spot exchange-traded funds also contributed to sentiment. Cryptocurrency prices across the board also rose as markets positioned in anticipation of lower U.S. interest rates, which are expected to benefit assets that […]
U.S. Stocks Rise Ahead of Fed Meeting
U.S. stocks futures are up ahead of the Federal Reserve’s long-awaited interest rate decision, which will be released later today. The debate is focused on whether the Fed will choose to cut interest rates by 25 basis points or 50 basis points. In addition, the independent directors of the board of the genetic testing group […]
DBS, Singapore’s Top Bank, to Offer Bitcoin and Ethereum Options
One of the largest banks in all of Southeast Asia is offering its high-profile clients exposure to Bitcoin through options and debt instruments. One of Singapore’s largest banks is the latest traditional financial institution to lean into cryptocurrencies. DBS Bank, the largest bank in Singapore and one of the largest in Southeast Asia, is preparing […]
Dollar Continues to Fall Ahead of Fed Meeting
The U.S. dollar declined on Tuesday and was trading near its lowest levels of the year amid growing expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates this week, likely by a significant margin. Fed Meeting Begins The Federal Reserve begins its latest policy-setting meeting later in the session amid growing expectations that the Fed […]