Market Analysis

6 April 2023

Renewed Rush to Safety as Economic Data Disappoints: Is a Recession Imminent?

Following the release of weaker-than-expected economic data, Wall Street experienced a renewed rush to safety, with bonds surging and equities plummeting. This has rekindled concerns that a recession may be looming, sending shockwaves across the financial markets. The 10-year Treasury …

5 April 2023

Stock Market Rally Ends as Banks Experience Selloff

The stock market’s four-day rally came to a halt as banks experienced a selloff, which pulled down the Dow Jones Industrial Average by 0.6% and the S&P500 by 0.58% on Tuesday. This sudden dip in the market was mainly caused …

4 April 2023

Treasury Prices Rise as Factory Activity Gauge Contracts More Than Expected

Treasury prices climbed higher on Monday as a US factory activity gauge contracted more than expected. This news tempered concerns about inflation that were fueled by OPEC+’s surprise decision to cut oil production. Let’s take a closer look at what …

3 April 2023

US Technology Shares Rally as Inflation Concerns Ease

US technology shares have continued to rally this week as concerns over inflation have eased following a modest increase in the Fed’s preferred measure of inflation in February. The rise in tech shares coincided with a rise in Treasury prices, …

3 April 2023

Market Focus: All eyes on US Jobs Data and RBA Rate Statement

This week marks the start of the second quarter of 2023, and it’s lined up with some major economic events. Keep your eyes on news from the Reserve Bank of Australia and the Reserve Bank of New Zealand on their …

31 March 2023

Federal Reserve Officials Suggest Monetary Tightening, Markets Respond Positively

Recent market gains were heavily influenced by statements from Federal Reserve officials who suggested the need for further monetary tightening, despite recent bank failures. Boston Fed President, Susan Collins, highlighted the importance of tightening policies. Meanwhile, Richmond Fed President, Thomas …

30 March 2023

US Stock Markets Make Gains as Tech and Financial Shares Rally

US stock markets experienced gains on Wednesday, with tech and financial shares leading the way, as investor risk appetite recovered from recent banking sector turmoil. The financial sector was hit hard by the collapse of three US banks this month …

29 March 2023

US Equity Market Falls as Tech Stocks Decline and Investors Anticipate Inflation Data

On Tuesday, the US equity market took a slight hit as investors reassessed their bets on the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policies. The three-day advance of US stocks came to a halt as technology shares declined, while Treasuries saw a …

28 March 2023

US Stocks Get Boost from Financial Shares as Tech Slumps: Banking Sector Continues to be Monitored

Financial stocks provided a much-needed boost to US stocks on Monday, with Treasuries retracting due to a decrease in concerns over banking turmoil. However, tech shares took a hit after experiencing a surge in the previous week. The purchase of …

27 March 2023

US Stock Market Gains Amid Financial Stability Assurances and Rate Cut Speculation

The US stock market closed higher on Friday after regulators assured investors of financial stability, while speculation grew that policymakers will have to consider a rate cut to prevent a recession. Amid concerns over the recent failure of some US …