Market Analysis

20 February 2024
Forex Market Analysis: Euro’s Downtrend and US Market Inactivity Amid Economic Shifts

CURRENCIES: Top of FormEuro’s Minor Decline: In a holiday-affected market, the Euro slightly dropped against the US Dollar. Persistent Downtrend: The Euro continues its year-long downtrend. Anticipation for German PMI: Market eyes are on Germany’s PMI data release this week, which could …

20 February 2024
Mixed market sentiments globally as the U.S. observes Presidents Day

With U.S. markets closed in observance of Presidents Day, global financial markets took center stage, showcasing mixed sentiments across different regions and sectors. Europe’s Stoxx 600 index saw a modest rebound, while Asian markets presented a mixed picture, influenced by …

19 February 2024
Forex Market Analysis: Currency Trends Amidst Economic Uncertainty

CURRENCIES: Overview of Market Trends for the Week Ahead: US stock indices and gold prices recovered their losses following concerns over US inflation. Persistent inflation at the producer and consumer levels in the US didn’t deter the stock indices, which …

19 February 2024
Week ahead: Eyes on FOMC meeting minutes 

As we delve into the economic calendar for the upcoming week, several pivotal events and data releases promise to provide insight into the global economic landscape. From inflation figures to central bank deliberations and purchasing managers’ indices (PMIs), market participants …

16 February 2024
Forex Market Analysis: Gold’s Recovery and Stock Market Resilience Amid Economic Uncertainty

CURRENCIES: Gold Prices Recovery Recent Surge: Gold prices climbed back above the crucial $2,000 mark, driven by a weaker U.S. dollar and lower Treasury yields following disappointing U.S. economic data. Economic Data Impact Retail Sales Data: January’s U.S. retail sales …

16 February 2024
S&P 500 hits 11th record high amidst mixed economic signals and global currency shifts

The S&P 500 notched its 11th record high of the year, leading a positive trend across major U.S. stock indexes, despite mixed economic indicators and a volatile week. Closing at 5,029.73, the index was up by 0.58%, with the Nasdaq …

15 February 2024
Forex Market Analysis: Dollar Stabilizes Post-CPI Surge; Market Resilience Amidst Inflation Concerns

CURRENCIES: US Dollar Updates The U.S. dollar stabilizes after its surge post-CPI data, with the DXY index fluctuating near the break-even point. A lack of further gains does not imply a weakening of the bullish sentiment. Focus on technical analysis …

15 February 2024
Stock Market Rallies Led by Lyft Surge Amid Adjusted Federal Reserve Rate Cut Expectations

On Wednesday, the stock market witnessed a significant rebound, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, and Dow Jones Industrial Average posting notable gains, driven in part by Lyft’s shares soaring 35% after reporting impressive fourth-quarter earnings. This rally followed a …

14 February 2024
Forex Market Analysis: Gold Prices React to CPI Data: Fed’s Response and Market Implications

CURRENCIES: Gold Price Analysis Following US CPI Data Gold prices dropped to a two-month low after US CPI data indicated higher inflation than expected, influencing a hawkish view on Federal Reserve interest rate decisions. This inflation report led to higher …

14 February 2024
Stock Markets Tumble as Inflation Surges, Upending Fed Rate Cut Hopes and Driving Treasury Yields Higher

On Tuesday, stock markets faced a sharp decline following unexpectedly high January inflation data, which sent Treasury yields climbing and dampened hopes for multiple Federal Reserve rate cuts this year. The Dow Jones Industrial Average recorded its worst session since …