Soybean and wheat prices continue to drop as the U.S. dollar strengthens, with forecasts of record U.S. crop supplies adding downside pressure. – vtmarkets.com
Strong U.S. labour market data pushed Asian equities higher. Traders are recalibrating rate-cut expectations after the unexpected payrolls surge. – vtmarkets.com
For traders, this presents a challenging puzzle. A strong labour market often points towards inflationary pressures, which raises expectations that the Federal Reserve may lean towards more rate hikes. -vtmarkets.com
Japanese yen stabilises but faces pressure from cautious domestic policy and a stronger U.S. dollar. – vtmarkets.com
The Nikkei fell 2.8% this week due to Prime Minister Ishiba’s shifting stance on rate hikes, with Kawasaki Kisen dropping 9.2% after the U.S. port strike ended. – vtmarkets.com
On Monday, the FTSE 100 increased by 1.1%, and the FTSE 250 saw a rise of 0.8%, reflecting a positive shift in investor sentiment after last week’s downturn. This uptick marks the most significant monthly gain for both indexes, highlighting …
As we gear up for the release of key economic data from the United States, including Q1 GDP and March Core PCE figures, the financial markets are poised on the edge of their seats. These statistics are critical as they …
In today’s market roundup, South Korean shares experienced an uplift, notably the KOSPI, which climbed 16.20 points, a 0.63% increase, settling at 2608.06 at 0100 GMT. This rise comes as the finance minister reaffirms the government’s commitment to its corporate …
ICYMI: Market summary for today, 22 April 2024 Gold prices experienced a downturn today, with spot gold dropping by 0.3% to $2,381.36 per ounce early in the GMT morning. Concurrently, U.S. gold futures saw a decline of 0.7%, reaching $2,395.80 …
Chicago Wheat Futures Continue Upward Trajectory Today, April 22 – Chicago wheat futures witnessed an upward movement, marking a nearly 1% increase, influenced by short-covering and ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. This rise is part of a continuing …
