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Oil creeps back up after three days of losses

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Oil creeps back up after three days of losses

Oil prices increased on Thursday despite the US Federal Reserve considering further tightening of interest rates due to persistent inflation. Brent crude futures rose by 0.6% to .41 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures also increased by 0.7% to .08. The Federal Reserve discussed the possibility of raising interest rates to combat inflation, which could impact oil demand. Additionally, US crude stocks rose by 1.8 million barrels last week, and global crude markets have been affected by soft refinery demand and ample supply. Russia exceeded its OPEC+ production quota in April and will present a plan to compensate for the error. OPEC+ will meet on June 1 to decide on production cut levels, with expectations of a rollover of current voluntary cuts.

Case remains for BoE to start cutting rates

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Case remains for BoE to start cutting rates

The CEO of a financial advisory firm believes that the Bank of England should start cutting interest rates this summer despite UK inflation data showing mixed signals.

Dollar juggles as Fed officials support higher-for-longer

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Dollar juggles as Fed officials support higher-for-longer

EURUSD is trading near 1.0850 in a tight range as the US Dollar stabilizes ahead of the FOMC Minutes and preliminary S&P Global PMI data. ECB policymakers are considering extending the rate-cut cycle, while Fed officials are emphasizing the need to maintain a restrictive policy framework. US inflation declined in April, and policymakers want to see more good inflation data before making any changes to monetary policy. Fed Vice Chair Barr and Atlanta Fed President Bostic both expressed the need for more time to be certain that inflation will reach the 2% target.

Sunshine and strain , – a market divided

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Sunshine and strain , – a market divided

– The Cyprus real estate sector is experiencing growth and prosperity, with a booming economy and construction flourishing in coastal hotspots like Limassol.
– Locals are facing financial strain due to rising interest rates, inflated property prices, and loan restructuring, while foreign investors are attracted to Cyprus for its incentives.
– Foreign investment has fueled the coastal boom but creates vulnerability due to reliance on external capital.
– Cyprus has a history of overlooking problems and needs a proactive approach from the government to ensure long-term stability.
– One in four persons living in Cyprus was born overseas, contributing to the economy and cultural landscape.
– Challenges in the housing market include increased competition for jobs, rising prices, and pressure on public services.
– Integration policies and inclusive economic planning are essential to ensure fair distribution of benefits and foster shared prosperity for all residents.

Gold to hit all-time high soon?

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Gold to hit all-time high soon?

Gold is likely to hit a new all-time high within weeks, driven by factors such as anticipated interest rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve, continuous gold purchases by the People’s Bank of China, and growing demand from regions like Turkey and the Middle East.

BoC, ’s new ‘pronomia’ loyalty scheme rewards customer ties

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BoC, ’s new ‘pronomia’ loyalty scheme rewards customer ties

Bank of Cyprus has introduced the first-ever loyalty scheme in Cyprus called ‘pronomia’ which rewards loyal customers with privileges and benefits based on their relationship with the bank and its subsidiaries.

New vehicle sales decline 17pc on high taxes, interest rates

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New vehicle sales decline 17pc on high taxes, interest rates

Sales of new vehicles in Kenya fell 17.66 percent in the first quarter of 2024, the sharpest drop in seven years. This decline was attributed to increased taxation, rising interest rates, and a weakened shilling. Dealers such as Isuzu, CFAO, and Simba Corporation have been struggling in a tough operating environment, with climbing interest rates and pending bills affecting demand. The Kenya Revenue Authority also increased duty on shipping cars into the country, further impacting sales. Isuzu East Africa and CFAO Motors Kenya, which control a significant portion of new vehicle sales, experienced declines in sales, while Simba Corp saw a modest increase. The falling demand for vehicles has also affected government revenues.

EUR shows strength amid ECB rate cut uncertainty

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EUR shows strength amid ECB rate cut uncertainty

The EURUSD pair is holding near 1.0900 in European trading due to investors’ higher risk appetite. The European Central Bank is expected to start reducing interest rates from the June meeting, but policymakers are divided over a rate-cut move in July. The focus will shift to the Eurozone and U.S. preliminary Purchasing Managers Index data for May. Fed policymakers are expected to maintain a hawkish stance on interest rates despite a decline in price pressures. New York Fed Bank President John Williams believes the monetary policy is in a good place and sees no need for changes at the moment.

US election will have big impact on global economy

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US election will have big impact on global economy

The US presidential elections are scheduled for November 2024 and are considered instrumental for the global economy due to the size of the US economy, the central role of the US dollar, and the country’s vast energy reserves and geopolitical importance.

Dollar bounces back

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Dollar bounces back

The USDJPY pair extended its recovery to 156.00 in Friday’s European trading as the Dollar rebounded strongly after the Fed ruled out expectations of rate cuts, despite an expected decline in the US Consumer Price Index data for April.