Markets recap: Risk-on sentiment returns amid optimism over rate cuts
Major stock markets are set to end the week on a positive note as the rebound continued amid optimism over rate cuts. Technology shares, in…
Currency war ahead? Euro gains as US CPI boosts Fed rate cut expectations
The euro surged to its highest level since January following cooler-than-expected inflation data from both the UK and the US. European stock markets are set…
Markets look ahead: Crucial data may hold key to this week’s performance
Market sentiment may remain fragile following the recent rout, as investors turn their attention to key indicators from major economies this week. In particular, US…
‘Carry trades’: How did they contribute to the market mayhem?
The mayhem that swept across world markets this week was partly caused by a market strategy known as the "carry trade". ADVERTISEMENTJapan's benchmark Nikkei 225…
European markets set to open higher as global sell-off eases
European markets are set to open in the green on Tuesday morning as Japan's share benchmark soared nearly 11% overnight - after a massive sell-off.…
Wall Street sees sea of red as investors fear US economic slowdown
Stocks open sharply lower on Wall Street as investors fear a US economic slowdown; Dow drops 1,000 points. ADVERTISEMENTStocks opened sharply lower on Wall Street…
Week ahead for markets: Sell-off raises fears of continuing slide
Risk-off sentiment may continue to shape market trends following a turbulent week. Novo Nordisk's earnings will be in the spotlight as investors gauge the growth…
Oil prices rise as Middle East tensions weigh on investors
The price of US crude and Brent climbed on Wednesday as tensions in the Middle East weighed on the minds of investors. ADVERTISEMENTAt the time…
China cuts 1-year benchmark rate to boost economy as world markets lag
China ratcheted up its effort to reinvigorate its economy on Thursday by cutting a key policy rate and interest paid on bank deposits. ADVERTISEMENTThe move…
Biden’s decision to leave US election race: Implications for the markets
The financial markets, including currencies, shares, cryptocurrencies, and commodities, are set to react to US President Joe Biden's withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race. While…
Weekly Recap: Markets rebound as Europe shrugs off political jitters
Global stock markets are mostly higher for the week as expectations for central banks to lower interest rates strengthened, while fears of European political disruptions…
Markets rally on bets Le Pen will fall short in French second round
The euro opened higher on Monday as the first round of French parliamentary elections indicated that Marine Le Pen's National Rally (NR) may not secure…
Markets look ahead: Global inflation data takes centre stage
The week will feature inflation readings from major economies, providing clues about the interest rate trajectory of central banks. ADVERTISEMENTMarket focus will be on inflation…
Weekly Recap: European markets stabilise as French election approaches
European benchmarks pared some losses after a sharp selloff last week as investors navigated the political landscape ahead of the French parliamentary election. ADVERTISEMENTThe European…
Selloffs deepen in French markets amid the political turmoil
For the third consecutive trading day on Tuesday, French stocks, bonds, and currencies continued to experience a selloff driven by political uncertainties. Analysts suggest that…
Week ahead: ECB rate decision and EU elections take centre stage
European financial markets are set to react to two major events: the European Central Bank's rate decision and the EU Parliamentary elections. ADVERTISEMENTIt will be…
Weekly market recap: Stocks retreat amidst risk-averse sentiment
Global stock markets will likely extend their weekly losses as risk-off sentiment prevails ahead of the European Central Bank (ECB) and Federal Reserve (Fed) June…
Weekly review of the markets: investors are hit by a reality check
European stock markets declined on Thursday, reversing the surge seen earlier in the week. The overall weekly performance may end up flat as investors reassess…
Klaas Knot hints at ECB rate cut in June and calls for capital markets union
Klaas Knot, President of De Nederlandsche Bank, anticipates a June ECB rate cut and has advocated for deeper financial integration through the capital markets union…
Gold rush as metal holds onto it shine: What’s behind the surge?
A number of factors have helped sustain the current wave of interest in gold. China’s demand surge, the valuation of the US dollar, and the…