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    5 August 2024
    Week ahead: Heightened volatility despite stable Fed rates

    While maintaining its cautious approach to monetary policy, the Fed has signaled the possibility of a rate cut as early as September if inflation continues to ease.

    29 July 2024
    Week ahead: Volatility anticipated for US markets

    This week, expect some additional volatility in the US as a slew of important data releases hover in the horizon. Before we delve into that, we take a quick a look at some of the key observations this week. The …

    22 July 2024
    Week ahead: Fed eyes rate cut amid economic shift

    Fed Chair Jerome Powell recently emphasised that the latest inflation figures boost confidence in reaching the 2% inflation target, suggesting a potential rate cut in September. June retail sales in the US, excluding autos, rose by 0.4%, surpassing expectations.

    15 July 2024
    Week ahead: Tech sell-off, inflation data drives markets

    A sharp sell-off in mega-tech stocks dragged down the Nasdaq and the S&P 500. However, a cooler-than-expected inflation update suggested a nearly certain 25 basis points (bp) Federal Reserve rate cut in September. Learn how despite the tech slump, the …

    8 July 2024
    Week ahead: Rate cuts anticipated amid economic data

    Traders continue to watch the Federal Reserve’s indications regarding potential rate cuts. Despite new forecasts for monetary policy that include an interest rate reduction in 2024, market expectations remain firm for the first cut in September, followed by another in …

    1 July 2024
    Week ahead: Cautious optimism from US equity markets

    This week, US equity markets experienced a subdued uptick, with the Nasdaq gaining 6.76% month-to-date (MTD), the S&P 500 rising by 3.89% MTD, and the Dow Jones adding a modest 36 points, or 0.09%. Traders are waiting with bated breath …

    27 June 2024
    Oil prices fall with US inventory increase 

    WTI and Brent crude oil prices fall due to unexpected rise in US inventories and market caution ahead of the US PCE data. Geopolitical tensions add to supply concerns.

    24 June 2024
    Week ahead: Updated inflation data expected to influence policy

    This week, market participants will have their eyes on key economic indicators from Australia, the US, and China, as these data points are expected to provide deeper insights into inflation trends and economic health. Australia to release CPI for June …

    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 …

    10 June 2024
    Week ahead: FOMC maintains rates despite inflation easing

    The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) chose to maintain the federal funds rate at its meeting on May 1, marking the sixth consecutive meeting without a change. This decision was influenced by earlier inflation data and robust job growth, which …