Tag: Economic outlook

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Japan Flash PMIs for October: Manufacturing at 49.0, Services at 49.3 | Forexlive

The Japan Flash PMIs for October have been released, with the manufacturing sector at 49.0 and the services sector at 49.3. These numbers indicate a contraction in both sectors, as any reading below 50...
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Bostic Projects Neutral Policy Rate Between 3-3.50% | Forexlive

Foreign exchange trading is a risky venture that may not be suitable for everyone. It is important to understand the risks involved, especially with the use of leverage. Before diving into foreign exchange trading,...
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Federal Reserve President Mester: Neutral Rate Higher than Before | Forexlive

Federal Reserve President Mester recently stated that the neutral interest rate is higher than before. This statement has significant implications for the financial markets and investors.The neutral interest rate, also known as the equilibrium...
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Consumer Confidence Index Drops Sharply in September

The Consumer Confidence Index, a key indicator of consumers' perception of the economy, saw a sharp decline in September according to the latest report from the Conference Board. The index dropped to 98.7, down...
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Ugly Day for Risk Assets in Americas FX News Wrap | Forexlive

Ugly Day for Risk Assets in Americas FX News Wrap | ForexliveThe Americas FX market experienced a tumultuous day as various economic indicators and market movements sent shockwaves through the financial world. Here is...
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July Inflation Rate Drops to 2.9%, Lowest Since 2021

Inflation in July saw a slight increase, driven primarily by higher housing-related costs, according to a report released by the Labor Department on Wednesday. The consumer price index (CPI), a key measure of prices...
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Asian Market Resilience: Focus on Local Data, Not Just US CPI

Asian equities are showing signs of resilience as they continue to rebound despite global market turbulence. The focus is now shifting towards key data releases in Japan, Australia, and China, which could potentially impact...
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Home Depot Forecasts Decline in Sales Amid Consumer Caution

Home Depot recently announced that while it exceeded expectations for the quarter, it anticipates a decline in sales for the rest of the year due to high interest rates and consumer uncertainty. The company...
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S&P 500 Technical Analysis: Growth Scare Fading | Forexlive

The S&P 500 saw a strong bounce last week after positive US Jobless Claims figures calmed fears about the labor market following a weak US NFP report. This has led to a decrease in...
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Australia’s Q2 Wage Growth Slows to 0.8% QoQ, Private Sector Lagging

Australia’s wage growth showed a slight slowdown in the second quarter of the year, with the wage price index rising by 0.8% compared to the previous quarter. This figure was slightly lower than the...