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The ECB lowered interest rates by a quarter-point, a move that was expected by the markets. The ECB expressed concern that US tariff policy could dampen eurozone growth. US President Turmp has threatened further tariffs on Europe, which would further escalate trade tensions.

18-04-2025 10:00 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Markets weekly outlook - Tariff rollercoaster continues, ECB rate decision and inflation data in focus

This week's market outlook covers significant USD volatility, hitting 2022 lows, driven by tariff changes and global economic concerns. Gold prices surge, while oil faces losses. The US Treasury market sees its biggest yield jump in 20 years amid investor worries. Focus on upcoming ECB meeting, central bank decisions and China's GDP are expected.

11-04-2025 20:03 GMT by Zain Vawda

British pound keeps rolling as UK GDP shines

The pound continues to rally and has gained 0.9% today. UK GDP surprised on the upside with a strong gain of 0.5%. The US-China trade war has escalated with China lifting tariffs on US products to 125%.

11-04-2025 10:00 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

British pound surges higher, UK GDP next

The British pound has posted sharp gains today as the financial markets have soared following the US announcement of a suspension of tariffs. On Friday, the UK releases GDP.

10-04-2025 13:30 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Australian inflation expectations jump, Aussie gains ground

The Australian dollar has extended its gains and is showing strong volatility in response to the wild swings in the equity markets. China's deflationary pressures continue which could spell trouble for Australia's export sector.

10-04-2025 11:20 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Yen surges to six-month high, BoJ cautious

The Japanese yen has extended its gains and is up 1.1% today. The yen is benefiting from safe-haven flows as nervous investors are fleeing the equity markets. BOJ Governor Ueda said today that the BoJ will be monitoring the impact of US tariffs before raising interest rates.

09-04-2025 14:10 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

RBNZ lowers rates by a quarter-point, New Zealand dollar rises

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand trimmed rates by a quarter-point, lowering the cash rate to 3.5%. The rate statement expressed satisfaction that inflation was close to 2% but noted concern about the downward risk to New Zealand's growth due to the US tariffs.

09-04-2025 10:40 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

New Zealand's central bank expected to lower rates by a quarter-point

The New Zealand dollar has been volatile and has jumped 1.3% today. The Reserve Bank of New Zealand meets on Wednesday and is widely expected to trim rates by a quarter-point. The US tariff policy threatens to trigger a global trade war which would likely cause significant damage to New Zealand's export-reliant economy.

08-04-2025 14:20 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Australian dollar rebounds as market turmoil eases

The Australian dollar continues to swing and is up close to 1% today. Australia's consumer confidence sagged with a sharp decline of 6%. Trade tensions between China and the US are escalating after China imposed a 34% counter-tariff and the US threatened to respond with a 50% tariff.

08-04-2025 11:00 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Australian dollar plunges on market jitters

The Australian dollar remains shaky after massive losses on Friday. The risk-off market is seeing flows away from the risky Aussie to the US dollar. Australian business and confidence releases are expected to decline on Tuesday.

07-04-2025 17:50 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Canadian dollar slides as Canada's job growth declines

The Canadian dollar has settled down after taking investors on a roller-coaster last week. Canada's job growth declined sharply in March while US nonpayrolls rose by 222 thousand, much higher than expected.

07-04-2025 15:10 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Japanese yen rallies as financial markets slide

Japan's real wages declined by 1.2%, the second straight decline. This reflects rising inflation which has eroded wage growth. US nonfarm payrolls rose 222 thousand in February, blowing past the revised January reading of 117 thousand and above the market estimate of 135 thousand.

07-04-2025 04:59 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Markets weekly outlook - FOMC minutes, tariff developments and inflation ahead

US tariff proposals send markets tumbling as China announced retaliatory tariffs on Friday which saw J.P. Morgan's increase their recession odds. Markets are concerned about a global recession heading into next week after Fed Chair Powell delivered cautious remarks. The week ahead focuses on upcoming tariff developments, US inflation data, and the RBNZ interest rate meeting, plus key levels for the Nasdaq 100.

04-04-2025 18:43 GMT by Zain Vawda

Yen pummels US dollar, nonfarm payrolls next

After the massive selloff on Wall Street on Thursday, investors are focusing on US nonfarm payrolls, which is expected to ease to 135 thousand from 151 thousand. Japan's household spending rebounded in February with a 3.5% gain, after a 4.5% decline in January.

04-04-2025 11:10 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Markets eye US, Canada job reports, US dollar steadies

Overshadowed by the massive selling wave on US stock markets, the US and Canada release employment data later today. Canada's employment is expected to improve slightly, while US nonfarm payrolls are projected to dip to 135 thousand, down from 151 thousand.

04-04-2025 09:20 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Swiss CPI stays at four-year low, Swiss franc soars after Trump tariffs hit Switzerland

US President Trump delivered a bombshell on Wednesday, announcing wide-ranging tariffs. Trump announced 10% tariffs on all imports to the US as well as reciprocal tariffs on a host of countries. The US dollar fell sharply against the major currencies and the Swiss franc soared by 2.5%. Swiss inflation was lower than expected and US ISM Services declined to 50.8, down from 53.5.

03-04-2025 06:10 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Australian dollar rally continues, Trump tariffs loom

The Reserve Bank of Australia held the cash rate at 4.10%, in a move that was widely expected by markets. Still, the Australian dollar reacted positively, gaining 0.48% on Tuesday.

02-04-2025 11:50 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Japan's Business Sentiment Mixed, Yen Strengthens

Japan's Tankan indices were mixed, with manufacturers' sentiment falling while non-manufacturing sentiment accelerated. All eyes are on US President Trump who has promised to announce wide-ranging tariffs on April 2.

01-04-2025 15:08 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Euro Zone Inflation Drops to 4-month low, DAX index Rises as rate cut bets intensify

Eurozone inflation drops to a 4-month low, fueling ECB rate cut expectations. The DAX index faces technical challenges amid potential US tariffs. Uncertainty surrounds the inflation outlook due to trade tensions, impacting market sentiment and future monetary policy decisions ahead of the April ECB meeting.

01-04-2025 09:57 GMT by Zain Vawda

German CPI Falls Below Expectations, Euro Steady

German inflation was lower than expected in March, as both headline and core CPI decelerated. This supports the case for the European Central Bank to lower rates at its April meeting. Global markets have taken a tumble as jitters over US President Trump's threat to impose wide-ranging tariffs later this week.

31-03-2025 16:50 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

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