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    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 …

    10 May 2024
    Corn and soybean prices on the rise before USDA report

    Key points Wheat prices increased by 0.27% to $6.39-2/8 a bushel. Corn and soybeans also showed upward movements, recording gains of 0.22% and 0.02%, respectively. The most-active wheat contract on the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) rose to $6.39-2/8 a …

    10 May 2024
    Dollar pressured by soft jobs data and Fed rate cut speculation

    Key points The U.S. dollar declined against major currencies following softer jobs data, hinting at potential Federal Reserve rate cuts. Recent interventions in currency markets, particularly concerning the Japanese yen, and upcoming economic indicators could influence short-term trading strategies. The …

    10 May 2024
    Gold rises due to rate cut speculation and economic data

    Key points: Gold prices increased this week, influenced by expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut later this year. Recent U.S. labor market data suggests a cooling economy, further fueling rate cut speculations. 10th May 2024 – On Friday, spot …

    9 May 2024
    China sees swings on iron and steel

    Key Points: Iron ore and steel prices in China have seen declines due to easing stockpiling post-Labour Day, with mixed trends in global markets. The property sector’s challenges continue to impact steel demand, although regulatory changes offer a potential boost. …

    9 May 2024
    Gold prices steady ahead of the release of US economic data

    Key points: U.S. jobless claims and consumer sentiment data are set to provide fresh economic insights. Platinum faces its largest market deficit in a decade, influencing its pricing dynamics. Gold prices stabilise as economic data looms Gold prices held steady …

    9 May 2024
    Oil prices surge on reduced U.S. supply and interest rate speculation

    Key points U.S. crude inventories decrease, suggesting a tightening oil supply. Rising expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut by the end of the year influence oil market trends. 9th May 2024 – On Thursday, oil prices experienced a moderate …

    9 May 2024
    Increased farmer sales are easing bids for soybeans and corn

    Key points Soy and corn basis bids have dropped slightly due to increased farmer sales and recent fluctuations in futures prices. Barge freight costs are rising, and international demand remains robust, as seen in recent large-scale wheat purchases by Egypt. …

    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, …