22/03/2025 Week Ahead Tariffs, Inflation & Central Bank Actions In the United States, economic indicators will shed light on whether current trade policies, particularly tariffs, are beginning to affect consumer and business confidence. Investors will pay close attention to the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) inflation data, given its potential impact on future interest-rate decisions by… Continue reading Tariffs, Inflation & Central Bank Actions
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Dollar Recovery Signals Possible Bottom Amid Global Market Tensions
21/03/2025 Market Watch Dollar Recovery Signals Possible Bottom Amid Global Market Tensions The US dollar’s recent downtrend appears to be stabilizing, with early technical signals suggesting a potential bottom may be forming. Market sentiment remains cautious due to heightened uncertainty over upcoming US tariff announcements. While the dollar strengthens against most major currencies, global equities… Continue reading Dollar Recovery Signals Possible Bottom Amid Global Market Tensions
Fed Signals Rate Cuts Amid Inflation Concerns
20/03/2025 Market Watch Fed Signals Rate Cuts Amid Inflation Concerns The Federal Reserve’s latest projections indicate slightly higher inflation and slower economic growth for this year and next. However, the median forecast still suggests two interest rate cuts in 2024, similar to December’s outlook. The Fed also announced a reduction in the pace of its… Continue reading Fed Signals Rate Cuts Amid Inflation Concerns
Fed’s Forward Guidance & Market Adjustments
19/03/2025 Market Watch Fed’s Forward Guidance & Market Adjustments The Federal Reserve’s messaging holds significant influence in today’s market, with investors closely watching its updated forecasts and Chair Powell’s remarks. While the Fed is expected to keep interest rates unchanged, the Summary of Economic Projections will be a crucial indicator of future policy direction. Powell… Continue reading Fed’s Forward Guidance & Market Adjustments
Greenback Weakens, Global Equities Rally & Gold Hits Record High
18/03/2025 Market Watch Greenback Weakens, Global Equities Rally & Gold Hits Record High The US dollar continues to face pressure, reaching new lows against the euro and the British pound. It remains weaker against most G10 currencies except the Japanese yen, which has been affected by disappointing economic data and political turmoil. Prime Minister Ishida’s… Continue reading Greenback Weakens, Global Equities Rally & Gold Hits Record High
U.S. Dollar Opens Quietly Amid Central Bank Meetings
17/03/2025 Market Watch U.S. Dollar Opens Quietly Amid Central Bank Meetings The US dollar has begun this week on a subdued note, reflecting cautious investor sentiment ahead of key economic events. Four major central banks from G10 economies are set to meet this week, alongside important US economic data expected to highlight the resilience of… Continue reading U.S. Dollar Opens Quietly Amid Central Bank Meetings
U.S. Economic Policy Shifts
15/03/2025 Week Ahead U.S. Economic Policy Shifts The new US foreign economic policy, initially designed with the expectation that dollar appreciation and reduced exporter prices would offset the cost of tariffs, has unexpectedly resulted in the dollar weakening against major global currencies. Recently, the US dollar reached new yearly lows against currencies such as the… Continue reading U.S. Economic Policy Shifts
Mixed U.S. Dollar & Stronger Risk Appetite
14/03/2025 Market Watch Mixed U.S. Dollar & Stronger Risk Appetite The US dollar is showing a mixed performance as risk appetite strengthens towards the end of the week. In the foreign exchange market, dollar-bloc currencies are leading gains among G10 nations, while the Japanese yen and Swiss franc are underperforming. Japan’s spring wage negotiations have… Continue reading Mixed U.S. Dollar & Stronger Risk Appetite
Dollar Holds Steady Amid Global Developments
13/03/2025 Market Watch Dollar Holds Steady Amid Global Developments The foreign exchange market remains relatively calm, with the dollar consolidating within previous ranges. Market activity has been subdued despite ongoing trade tensions, including US tariffs on steel and aluminum and retaliatory actions from the EU, Canada, and China. Additionally, diplomatic efforts are underway for a… Continue reading Dollar Holds Steady Amid Global Developments
Escalating Trade War, Inflation in Focus
12/03/2025 Market Watch Escalating Trade War, Inflation in Focus The trade conflict continues to intensify, straining traditional alliances in North America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific. The U.S. has imposed 25% tariffs on imported steel and aluminum, with no exemptions despite lobbying efforts. The European Union has announced retaliatory measures, though they will not take… Continue reading Escalating Trade War, Inflation in Focus