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Asia Mid-Session Bell: US stock index futures turned red after nine days of consecutive gains, with US dollar weakness

The 4-week rally seen in the major US stock indices may face headwinds soon as the US Dollar Index continues to display weakness after a retest of its 20-day moving average. Chart of the day - US Nasdaq 100 's potential bearish reversal looms.

05-05-2025 06:20 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets weekly outlook - Central Banks in focus as risk appetite improves

This week's market outlook focuses on improved sentiment driven by US-China trade optimism. It covers market reactions, including fund flows, gold price drops, and oil price volatility. Central bank decisions, particularly the Fed and Bank of England, are highlighted, along with key economic data from China and the US. The US Dollar Index's potential breakout above 100.00 is also examined with key levels.

02-05-2025 19:57 GMT by Zain Vawda

Euro breaks slide as eurozone core CPI climbs, US nonfarm payrolls beat forecast

Eurozone CPI was unchanged at 2.4% and core CPI surprised on the upside, rising to 2.7%. The rise in core CPI could complicate the ECB's plans to gradually lower interest rates. US nonfarm payrolls came in at 177 thousand, much stronger than the market estimate of 130 thousand.

02-05-2025 13:00 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

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US Jobs Report NFP Preview: Implications for the DXY & Gold (XAU/USD)

April 2025 US Jobs Report (NFP) preview anticipates a slowdown to 130,000 jobs, with unemployment steady at 4.2%. Weaker GDP and consumer confidence data heightens the report's importance for Federal Reserve rate decisions. Gold (XAU/USD) technical analysis shows support at 3200 and potential resistance at 3277. Article analyzes market sentiment, potential DXY impact, and future Fed moves amidst economic uncertainties.

02-05-2025 09:41 GMT by Zain Vawda

Europe's Opening Bell: DAX eyes fresh all-time highs as improving risk appetite gains traction

European markets surge on US-China trade talk hopes, with the DAX eyeing new highs. Asian stocks and US futures also rise. Positive earnings reports from Shell, Standard Chartered, Danske Bank, and Airbus boost sentiment. The US dollar strengthens while the Yen weakens. Gold finds support above $3250/oz. Investors await key US jobs data amidst concerns about tariffs. Euro Area PMI remains in contraction.

02-05-2025 08:09 GMT by Zain Vawda

Asia Mid-Session Bell: US stock indices futures extended gains while Gold (XAU/USD) recent losses found support at the 20-day MA

Easing of US-China trade tensions led to a risk-on behaviour in global stock indices. while Gold (XAU/USD) has started to show signs of recovery after three days of losses

02-05-2025 05:30 GMT by Kelvin Wong

US Mid-Session Bell: US earnings bolsters sentiment as Apple, Amazon report next

US stocks surge as tech giants Microsoft and Meta report strong earnings. Dollar recovers against the yen, while gold declines. Market sentiment improves on US-China trade deal hopes. Dow Jones shows positive gains. Key economic data releases expected, including PMI and NFP jobs report.

01-05-2025 14:34 GMT by Zain Vawda

Australian dollar eyes Aussie retail sales

Australian retail sales, which will be released on Friday, are expected to improve to 0.4% m/m from 0.2%. In the US, GDP and the Core CPI Price Index missed expectations ,raising worries about the health of the US economy.

01-05-2025 14:30 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

US Dollar looks for support ahead of job data: EUR/USD, USD/JPY, and USD/CAD analysis

The dollar looks for support ahead of Friday’s nonfarm payroll report, having recently gained ground versus its currency peers. Softening of tariff threats and lessenED Trump-Powell tensions have benefitted dollar pricing.

30-04-2025 22:00 GMT by Christian Norman

German inflation higher than expected, Euro dips

Germany's core inflation rate rose from 2.6% to 2.9%, raising concerns, complicating the ECB's plan to continue lowering interest rates. In the US, GDP declined by 0.3% and ADP employment fell to just 62 thousand, further signals that US President Trump's tariff policy could damage the US economy.

30-04-2025 15:37 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Australian core CPI falls within the RBA target, Aussie shrugs

Australia's headline CPI remained unchanged at 2.4% y/y in the first quarter. The key core CPI indicator dropped to 2.9% from 3.3%, dropping within the RBA's target band for the first time in three years. In the US, GDP for Q1 is expected to drop sharply to 0.4% from 2.4%.

30-04-2025 12:10 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Japanese yen surges due to market jitters

The yen continues to shine and has climbed as much as 6.7% in April as investors look for safe-haven assets like the Japanese yen. US JOLTS Job Openings missed expectations and US nonfarm payrolls is expected to decline to 135 thousand, after a gain of 228 thousand in the previous release.

29-04-2025 14:10 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Australian dollar hits new 2025 high, CPI looms

The Australian dollar is lower on Tuesday. Australia releases CPI on Wednesday, with both headline and core CPI projected to ease. In the US ,JOLTS Job Openings is expected to decline for a second straight month.

29-04-2025 10:50 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Euro lower, German consumer confidence improves

The euro has lost ground on Tuesday. German consumer confidence for April improved, following business confidence which also climbed higher. The markets are keeping a close eye on German CPI and US JOLTS Openings, both which will be released on Wednesday.

29-04-2025 10:15 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Asia Mid-Session Bell: US stock indices staged a bullish reversal while safe haven Gold and JPY remained firm

Conflicting movements in global markets, with US stocks reversing from losses while the US dollar remained weak

29-04-2025 06:30 GMT by Kelvin Wong

US Mid-Session Bell: US Indices turn green as markets await barrage of data, trade deal updates

US markets rally amid data anticipation and trade deal updates. Treasury Secretary Bessent optimistic on China talks. ECB hints at rate cuts, while GBP holds firm. Gold dips from highs. Dow Jones gains, facing key resistance levels. Busy week ahead with jobs data and BoJ decision.

28-04-2025 13:44 GMT by Zain Vawda

Canadian dollar in holding pattern on Election Day

Canada goes to the polls today. The Liberals under Prime Minister Mark Carney are expected to win a majority government but a surprise result could affect the direction of the Canadian dollar. Canada's retail sales declined in February but rebounded in March.

28-04-2025 10:30 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Europe's Opening Bell: Steady start as trade talk limbo continues

Stay updated with Europe's market opening. Get the latest on trade talk developments, US market futures, and gold price fluctuations. Learn how Asian markets are reacting and what economic data to watch this week. Discover insights on the dollar's stability, oil price movements, and a detailed technical analysis of the DAX index.

28-04-2025 08:00 GMT by Zain Vawda

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Markets weekly outlook - Data dump ahead as tariff concerns linger

This weekly market outlook covers global stock optimism due to easing US-China trade tensions, despite mixed messages. Upcoming high-impact data releases from various regions could raise recession fears. Gold declined as safe haven flows decreased, while Bitcoin surged. The US Dollar Index aims for its first weekly gain since mid-March but remains vulnerable.

25-04-2025 17:07 GMT by Zain Vawda

UK retail sales beat forecast, pound edges lower

UK retail sales surprised on the upside, with an increase of 0.4% m/m in March. Still, consumer confidence worsened in April as consumers are anxious about the cost of living and worsening global trade tensions. In the US, UoM consumer inflation expectations is expected to jump to 6.7%, up from 5.0% a month earlier.

25-04-2025 10:30 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

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