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    19 June 2024
    Japanese yen plummets as silence on rate hike timeline from the Bank of Japan disappoints 

    Key points:  USD/JPY pair surged as the Bank of Japan leaves interest rates unchanged.  Lack of forward-looking guidance leads to a sharp decline of the Japanese yen.  Bank of Japan to begin reducing its ¥6 trillion monthly bond-buying program.  This …

    19 June 2024
    Gold rises as prospects of Fed Rate cut enhance its appeal

    Key points: Further US economic weakness expected to lift gold prices. May US retail sales softer than anticipated. Weekly jobless claims data due on Thursday. Gold prices edged higher on Wednesday following weaker-than-expected US retail sales data, bolstering hopes that …

    19 June 2024
    US dollar regains strength ahead of key retail sales data 

    Key points:  The US dollar index rises to the 105.50 price level.  Retail sales data for May 2024 expected to match the 0.2% annual growth of April 2024.  Steady interest rates and lower inflation support the strength of the US …

    18 June 2024
    Japan’s Nikkei climbs as investors snap up shares following sharp decline

    Key points: The Nikkei rose 1% to 38,482.11. The broader Topix ended 0.58% higher at 2,715.76. Tokyo Electron rose 2.7%, while TDK jumped 6.32%. Japan’s Nikkei share average saw a recovery on Tuesday, rising 1% to 38,482.11 as investors took …

    18 June 2024
    Aussie sees minimal boost from RBA’s hawkish stance

    Key points: The RBA held rates steady at 4.35%. Markets now see a 56% chance of a rate cut in December. Core inflation in Australia stands at an annual 4.0%. The Australian dollar showed little movement on Tuesday after the …

    18 June 2024
    Oil prices edge down as demand growth prospects remain uncertain 

    Key points:  Brent crude oil fell to $84.13 per barrel.  West Texas Intermediate crude oil slipped to $80.19 a barrel.  Market focus shifts to global demand growth and inventory levels.  Oil prices edged down in Asian trade on Tuesday, after …

    18 June 2024
    The rise of Nvidia: Potential risks of a bubble 

    Key points:  Stock price of Nvidia appreciated over 140% in 2024, crossing a $3 trillion market cap.  The price movement is displaying the pattern of a “bubble-ish territory”   This article is a follow-up to: Nvidia soars to record highs  Nvidia …

    17 June 2024
    Week Ahead: Markets anticipate reports from central banks

    The upcoming week is packed with key economic events that could significantly impact the markets. Here’s a detailed look at the key events to watch from 17th to 23rd June 2024, covering important announcements from China, Australia, the UK, and …

    14 June 2024
    Cocoa prices surge as supply crisis in top producing countries worsens 

    Key points:  Cocoa prices rise above $10,000 per metric ton, heading toward all-time highs.  Ivory Coast halts cocoa exports for June and forward sales for the next season.  Ghana delays delivery of up to 350,000 tons of cocoa beans due …

    14 June 2024
    South African rand strengthens with coalition government talks 

    Key points:  South African rand rose against the US dollar, trading at 18.36540.  Market optimism surrounds the potential formation of a coalition government.  Hopes are high for a business-friendly coalition including the Democratic Alliance.  The South African rand rose against …