Tag: Financial markets
Market Forecast: Key Events and Trends to Watch Out for This Week
This week's market forecast is packed with key events and trends to watch out for. Investors can expect fresh data on inflation, the housing market, and retail sales after a turbulent week for markets....
Central Bankers’ Public Arguments: Pros and Cons
Jerome Powell, the chairman of the Federal Reserve, is known for his steady leadership. However, his recent decision to keep interest rates at 5.25-5.5% on July 31st raised concerns after weak employment data was...
Wealthy Investors Capitalize on Stock Market Downturns
Wealthy investors and family offices have been cautious leading up to the recent stock market swings, but many saw the drop in prices as an opportunity for tax savings and estate planning, according to...
Forexlive Americas FX News Wrap: August 9 Weekly Review & Market Analysis
This week in the financial markets has been a rollercoaster ride, with US stock indices fighting to end on a positive note. Crude oil futures settled at $76.84, and there were key events and...
Gary Gensler: Controversial Figure in American Finance
Gary Gensler is a name that has been making headlines in American finance recently. As the current Securities and Exchange Commission chair, he has been at the center of controversy and criticism, with even...
European Equities Maintain Slight Gains at Market Open | Forexlive
European equities managed to hold onto slight gains as the market opened today. It is important to note that trading foreign exchange carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for...
Central Bankers’ Public Arguments: Pros and Cons
Jerome Powell, the chairman of the Federal Reserve, has been known for his steady leadership. However, his recent decision to keep interest rates at 5.25-5.5% on July 31st raised concerns. This announcement was quickly...
Fed Put Success: Analyzing the Impact on Forex Markets
Yesterday, Jeremy Siegel, a Warton Professor known for his market commentary, made a bold call for an emergency 75 basis point Fed cut, followed by another 75 bps in September. However, with the Atlanta...
Government Bond Market Trends: July 2024 Update
In July, the government bond market saw some interesting trends around the world. Japan was the only country where yields went up, with the 10-year bond yield ending at 1.06%. The Bank of Japan...
Nikkei Index Surges with Record Single-Day Jump in Points
Japan experienced a significant turnaround in the stock market as the Nikkei 225 and the Topix rebounded after a steep drop in the previous session. The Nikkei 225, which had seen its largest loss...
