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    10 April 2023
    Week ahead: Markets to Focus on US CPI, PPI and Retail Sales and Bank of Canada Rate Statement

    As we begin a new week, the financial world is buzzing with anticipation of some economic reports. All eyes will be on the Bank of Canada Rate Statement and FOMC Meeting Minutes, alongside the eagerly awaited CPI, PPI and Retail …

    6 April 2023
    Renewed Rush to Safety as Economic Data Disappoints: Is a Recession Imminent?

    Following the release of weaker-than-expected economic data, Wall Street experienced a renewed rush to safety, with bonds surging and equities plummeting. This has rekindled concerns that a recession may be looming, sending shockwaves across the financial markets. The 10-year Treasury …

    5 April 2023
    Stock Market Rally Ends as Banks Experience Selloff

    The stock market’s four-day rally came to a halt as banks experienced a selloff, which pulled down the Dow Jones Industrial Average by 0.6% and the S&P500 by 0.58% on Tuesday. This sudden dip in the market was mainly caused …

    4 April 2023
    Treasury Prices Rise as Factory Activity Gauge Contracts More Than Expected

    Treasury prices climbed higher on Monday as a US factory activity gauge contracted more than expected. This news tempered concerns about inflation that were fueled by OPEC+’s surprise decision to cut oil production. Let’s take a closer look at what …

    3 April 2023
    US Technology Shares Rally as Inflation Concerns Ease

    US technology shares have continued to rally this week as concerns over inflation have eased following a modest increase in the Fed’s preferred measure of inflation in February. The rise in tech shares coincided with a rise in Treasury prices, …

    3 April 2023
    Market Focus: All eyes on US Jobs Data and RBA Rate Statement

    This week marks the start of the second quarter of 2023, and it’s lined up with some major economic events. Keep your eyes on news from the Reserve Bank of Australia and the Reserve Bank of New Zealand on their …

    31 March 2023
    Federal Reserve Officials Suggest Monetary Tightening, Markets Respond Positively

    Recent market gains were heavily influenced by statements from Federal Reserve officials who suggested the need for further monetary tightening, despite recent bank failures. Boston Fed President, Susan Collins, highlighted the importance of tightening policies. Meanwhile, Richmond Fed President, Thomas …

    30 March 2023
    US Stock Markets Make Gains as Tech and Financial Shares Rally

    US stock markets experienced gains on Wednesday, with tech and financial shares leading the way, as investor risk appetite recovered from recent banking sector turmoil. The financial sector was hit hard by the collapse of three US banks this month …

    29 March 2023
    US Equity Market Falls as Tech Stocks Decline and Investors Anticipate Inflation Data

    On Tuesday, the US equity market took a slight hit as investors reassessed their bets on the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policies. The three-day advance of US stocks came to a halt as technology shares declined, while Treasuries saw a …

    28 March 2023
    US Stocks Get Boost from Financial Shares as Tech Slumps: Banking Sector Continues to be Monitored

    Financial stocks provided a much-needed boost to US stocks on Monday, with Treasuries retracting due to a decrease in concerns over banking turmoil. However, tech shares took a hit after experiencing a surge in the previous week. The purchase of …