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financeeconomics1 year ago

"Global Markets Brace for Volatility Amid Inflation Boost and Oil Price Surge"

European markets are preparing for a stable start to the week as the European Central Bank is expected to maintain rates but possibly hint at future rate cuts, while investors await the US inflation report and assess US PPI data and Fed meeting minutes. The possibility of rate cuts in June and later this year is fully priced in, with market focus on ECB officials' comments and the tone of the statement. The upcoming US CPI report is crucial in determining when the Federal Reserve might begin its interest rate cutting cycle, as strong US economic data has shifted expectations from March to possibly July or September. Additionally, progress in Gaza conflict talks and key economic events in Germany could influence market sentiment.

finance-and-economy1 year ago

"Inflation Jitters Shake Asian Markets as Wall Street Rallies"

Hong Kong's Hang Seng index plunged 1.5% after a hot U.S. inflation report, while Japan's workers are set for the sharpest wage spike in 30 years. China's house prices continued to slide despite support measures, and Hyundai and Kia are set to recall nearly 170,000 EVs in South Korea due to software problems. Additionally, China left its key medium-term lending rate unchanged for a seventh month, and Foxconn shares surged 8% after reporting stellar results and a record dividend.

finance1 year ago

"Global Market Updates: Stocks React to U.S. Inflation Data"

European markets are poised for a higher open as investors await the latest U.S. inflation report, with the February consumer price index release being closely watched for its potential impact on the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions. Overnight, Asia-Pacific markets mostly rose, and Barclays has named three European stocks to consider buying for the upcoming quarter. In European markets, the U.K.'s FTSE 100, Germany's DAX, France's CAC, and Italy's FTSE MIB are all expected to open higher, with earnings reports from Lego and Persimmon and U.K. unemployment figures for January also on the agenda.

finance1 year ago

"Global Markets Await US Inflation Report: Stocks Rise, Dollar Steady"

Japanese shares reach a 34-year peak, with the Nikkei climbing to 38,010, driven by foreign investors attracted by low valuations and changes in corporate governance, while the dollar remains steady ahead of a key U.S. inflation report. Bitcoin remains strong after crossing $50,000, and attention is on crucial reports on January's U.S. Consumer Price Index and the Producer Price Index. The yen is perilously close to 150 per dollar, and there is risk of an upside surprise in the inflation report, which could nudge yields higher and further strengthen the dollar.

finance2 years ago

"Inflation Sparks Stock Market Recovery, Disney Takes Center Stage"

Stocks sank for the second consecutive day, with the Nasdaq leading the way down, as concerns persisted over the US banking sector and attention turned to a crucial US inflation report following disappointing Chinese price data. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 0.5%, the S&P 500 slipped 0.7%, and the Nasdaq Composite lost 1.3%. Moody's downgrade of midsize US banks and China's consumer sector falling into deflation added to fears of a prolonged economic slowdown. Disney's earnings report and its ESPN network's sports betting deal with PENN Entertainment were closely watched, while other trending stocks included Twilio, WeWork, and Lyft. Stock futures attempted a comeback after Tuesday's losses.

finance2 years ago

Investors Brace for Volatility Ahead of US Inflation Report.

The US April inflation report, set to be released on Wednesday, is expected to show a monthly increase of 0.4% and a 5% rise in the consumer price index. Investors will be closely watching the report as a significant deviation from forecasts may cause losses for those expecting the Federal Reserve to keep interest rates unchanged at its next meeting and potentially cut rates later this year as its year-long monetary tightening cycle ends.