Monthly Archives: July 2026
Russia’s unemployment dips to 2.1% as labour shortages keep Bank of Russia rates elevated
Written on July 1, 2026 at 11:51 pm, by josephine
Russia’s jobless rate hit 2.1% in May, signaling labor shortages, wage inflation, and prolonged high rates.
Sterling Rises as Soft US Jobs Data Temper Dollar, Markets Look to Nonfarm Payrolls
Written on July 1, 2026 at 11:22 pm, by josephine
Sterling rose as weak US jobs data capped dollar gains; traders await NFP amid hawkish Fed outlook.
Warsh flags easing inflation risks but keeps Fed focused on 2% target, markets steady
Written on July 1, 2026 at 11:21 pm, by josephine
Warsh said inflation progress improved but pressures persist; Fed prioritizes 2% target, keeping higher-for-longer rates likely.
EUR/USD pares losses as soft US data and Warsh comments weigh on the dollar ahead of NFP
Written on July 1, 2026 at 10:51 pm, by josephine
EUR/USD rebounds as weak US data and Fed comments pressure dollar; traders eye NFP, volatility strategies.
Banco de la República’s surprise 75bp hike to 12% lifts terminal-rate bets and flattens curve
Written on July 1, 2026 at 10:21 pm, by josephine
Banco de la República hiked 75bp to 12%, signaling further tightening; expect curve flattening, peso support, volatility.
India’s GDP Growth Eases as DBS Nowcast Sees Further Cooling, Raising Hedge and Volatility Focus
Written on July 1, 2026 at 9:52 pm, by josephine
India’s GDP growth cooled to 7.8%, with Nowcast projecting 6.9% next quarter; volatility hedges advised.
Canada GDP beats forecasts as energy rebound lifts Q2 growth outlook amid tariffs and housing risks
Written on July 1, 2026 at 9:51 pm, by josephine
Canada’s Q2 growth surprised as April GDP rose 0.5%, led by energy rebound, amid risks.
HSBC Sees BoE on Hold as UK Inflation Eases; Prefers GBP Investment Grade Credit
Written on July 1, 2026 at 9:22 pm, by josephine
HSBC says UK inflation remains above target; BoE stays at 3.75%, with balanced risks and modest growth.
EIA Data Shows US Crude Stock Draw Misses Forecast, Keeping Oil Bulls Cautious Ahead of Summer Demand
Written on July 1, 2026 at 9:21 pm, by josephine
EIA data showed crude stocks fell 3.775 million barrels, less than expected, tempering bullishness despite seasonal demand.
Eurozone Inflation Cools on Cheaper Energy as Commerzbank Sees ECB September Rate Rise
Written on July 1, 2026 at 8:51 pm, by josephine
Eurozone inflation eased to 2.8% as energy fell; Commerzbank expects near 3% and ECB hike.
