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16 May 2024
MARKETS TODAY: Forex market sees sharp movement, Berkshire Hathaway invests in Chubb

The current sentiment in the forex market is manifesting through interesting trends across key currency pairs, indicating potential shifts that traders should monitor closely. Starting with the GBP/USD pair, 56.68% of clients are currently bearish, with a short-to-long ratio of …

16 May 2024
US stocks soar as Fed takes a soft landing 

Key Points:  US consumer prices slowed more than expected in April, providing relief to concerns on persistent inflation   S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow Jones reach new record highs, signaling strong investor confidence.  Meme stocks surged alongside Bitcoin, reflecting increased …

15 May 2024
Nasdaq hits record high as Powell calms rate hike fears, eyes on upcoming CPI

Key points Nasdaq closed at a record high driven by optimistic remarks from Fed Chair Jerome Powell and declining Treasury yields. Home Depot shares dip after earnings reveal a focus on smaller home projects, reflecting a shift in consumer spending …

13 May 2024
Hong Kong stocks surge pending corporate performance and policy support

Key Points: The Hang Seng Index rose by 0.80%, closing at 19,115.06, while the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index increased by 0.64% to 6,761.64. China’s central bank data indicates a significant drop in aggregate financing, hinting at cautious monetary policy …

10 May 2024
Positive UK economic data lifts FTSE 100

Key points The FTSE 100 opens higher following stronger-than-expected UK GDP figures. Positive economic data sparks a cautious optimism in market forecasts, influencing company strategies and investor outlooks. The FTSE 100 is experiencing an upswing, buoyed by the UK’s latest …

10 May 2024
MARKETS TODAY: Cable tests resistance, stock market rebound

Key points EUR/USD tests resistance at 1.0790 with potential to reach 1.0810 or 1.0865. Stock market rebound led by Utilities and Consumer Staples, showing strong gains post-April. After a rebound from the support level of 1.0725, the EUR/USD pair is …

8 May 2024
Hang Seng sees dip before Chinese trade data release

Key points Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index and HSCEI experienced significant declines as markets brace for upcoming Chinese trade data. Investors are closely watching for insights into China’s economic condition through detailed export and import figures due tomorrow. On Wednesday, …

8 May 2024
MARKETS TODAY: RBA holds rates high as inflation challenges loom

Key points RBA Interest Rate Hold: The Reserve Bank of Australia keeps rates steady at 4.35%. Global Stock Resilience: Despite challenges, global stocks show enduring strength, partly fueled by corporate earnings. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has chosen to …

8 May 2024
Nikkei faces downturn amid earnings and profit-taking

Key points The Nikkei share average fell by 1.6% to 38,202.37, erasing previous gains. Corporate earnings and U.S. economic indicators significantly influenced market movements. Japan’s Nikkei share average dipped over 1% on Wednesday, retreating from the multi-week highs observed in …

7 May 2024
Week Ahead: Market optimism fueled by surprising US earnings reports

This week, the financial markets have displayed resilience, particularly evident in U.S. stocks buoyed by an impressive earnings season—the most robust in nearly two years. The S&P 500 reported a notable 5% year-over-year growth in earnings per share for Q1 …

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