23/01/2025 Market Watch Nervous Calm in Markets The foreign exchange market has stabilized after recent volatility, showing a cautious calm. The US dollar remains narrowly mixed against G10 currencies, fluctuating within a tight range of +/- 0.15%. Commodity-linked currencies like the Australian and Canadian dollars are softer, while central European currencies and the Mexican peso… Continue reading Nervous Calm in Markets
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Market Turmoil Amid Renewed Tariff Threats
21/01/2025 Market Watch Market Turmoil Amid Renewed Tariff Threats The foreign exchange market experienced significant volatility following the renewed threat of 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, set to take effect on February 1. This announcement spurred a rebound in the US dollar, which had initially pulled back due to a lack of emphasis on… Continue reading Market Turmoil Amid Renewed Tariff Threats
President-elect Trump’s Inauguration
18/01/2025 Week Ahead President-elect Trump’s Inauguration Recent days have witnessed significant macroeconomic developments that could shape the market landscape. Firstly, U.S. economic data exceeded expectations, with Q4 GDP projected to grow around 3%. Federal Reserve Governor Waller hinted at a potential interest rate cut in the first half of the year, which the market has… Continue reading President-elect Trump’s Inauguration
U.S. Dollar Strength & Global Economic Developments
17/01/2025 Market Watch U.S. Dollar Strength & Global Economic Developments The US dollar is showing strength against most G10 currencies, though the overall market tone remains one of consolidation. This comes ahead of significant events, including the inauguration of Donald Trump and the US markets’ closure for the Martin Luther King holiday. There are broad… Continue reading U.S. Dollar Strength & Global Economic Developments
Market Focus Shifts to Real Sector Data
16/01/2025 Market Watch Market Focus Shifts to Real Sector Data With the release of both US inflation gauges, market focus now turns to real sector data over the next couple of days, alongside the confirmation hearing for the Treasury Secretary nomination today. The dollar’s performance is mixed, while the euro, Swiss franc, and Japanese yen… Continue reading Market Focus Shifts to Real Sector Data
U.S. Dollar Exhibits Softness, Yen Surge
15/01/2025 Market Watch U.S. Dollar Exhibits Softness, Yen Surge The US dollar remains relatively steady against the G10 currencies but shows some softness. Remarks by Bank of Japan Governor Ueda emphasized the importance of this month’s meeting, propelling the yen to its highest level since January 6. Meanwhile, UK consumer prices came in weaker than… Continue reading U.S. Dollar Exhibits Softness, Yen Surge
Dollar Softens, Equities Rebound & Yields Steady
14/01/2025 Market Watch Dollar Softens, Equities Rebound & Yields Steady The dollar softened against most G10 and emerging market currencies, indicating a corrective phase following initial gains in North American trading. With a flurry of news already absorbed, markets are eyeing October for the next Fed rate cut, amidst the release of US PPI and… Continue reading Dollar Softens, Equities Rebound & Yields Steady
Inflation & Bond Market
12/01/2025 Week Ahead Inflation & Bond Market Next week’s focus will center on U.S. inflation data following stronger-than-expected job numbers. This could lead investors to reassess the likelihood of near-term interest rate cuts. The bond market, particularly U.K. government bonds, will be closely watched due to recent yield increases. U.K. inflation data is expected to… Continue reading Inflation & Bond Market
Market Reactions Ahead of Employment Report
10/01/2025 Market Watch Market Reactions Ahead of Employment Report The US dollar is exhibiting mixed consolidation today as markets await the upcoming employment report. Recent statements from Federal Reserve officials suggest that a rate cut this month is unlikely, with the bar set very high. Next month’s employment report will include the annual benchmark revisions,… Continue reading Market Reactions Ahead of Employment Report
Yen Gains, Pound Pressured
09/01/2025 Market Watch Yen Gains, Pound Pressured The US dollar is generally stronger today, but the yen is resisting this trend, boosted by strong wage data and a softer 10-year US Treasury yield, rising nearly 0.2%. In contrast, the British pound is under pressure, hitting a new low for the year near $1.2240, weighed down… Continue reading Yen Gains, Pound Pressured