interest rates

A hidden factor impacting gold, and it ain, ’t CPI

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A hidden factor impacting gold, and it ain, ’t CPI

Gold prices are fluctuating as traders speculate on a potential rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September. Inflation data in the US is showing signs of improvement, impacting the Fed’s monetary policy decisions. Smart money is paying attention to the shift from a dollar-denominated trade system, with countries like China and Russia increasing their gold reserves to support their currencies. The price of gold is approaching all-time highs and is expected to continue its upward trend as long as it stays above the 50-day simple moving average.

Bank of England to cut rates in August but June a very close call

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Bank of England to cut rates in August but June a very close call

The Bank of England is expected to start bringing down interest rates in August, with a majority of economists predicting a rate cut next month.

Here’s what the economy could look like with a Biden or Trump presidency

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Here's what the economy could look like with a Biden or Trump presidency

The text discusses the potential impact of a Biden or Trump presidency on the US economy. The analysis covers eight major economic categories, including domestic manufacturing, higher education, healthcare, housing, labor, taxes, tariffs, and trade. Biden and Trump have different plans and approaches to these economic categories based on their past records as president and their campaign promises. Biden focuses on issues like lowering prescription drug costs, investing in the future, supporting workers and small businesses, and ensuring fair taxation. Trump, on the other hand, has proposed plans such as protecting American car manufacturers, imposing tariffs on foreign-made cars, and focusing on fossil fuels. The text also highlights the differences in their views on student loan debt, healthcare, housing costs, labor unions, taxes, tariffs, and trade policies.

After soft U.S. CPI, is Fed rate cut wishful thinking?

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After soft U.S. CPI, is Fed rate cut wishful thinking?

Fact: Federal Reserve chair Jay Powell indicated that officials are in no rush to cut borrowing costs.

EU excess profit tax could generate over €100 billion per year, study finds

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EU excess profit tax could generate over €100 billion per year, study finds

Fact: A permanent tax on European companies’ excess profits could generate more than €100 billion per year, or over half of the EU’s annual budget.

Dollar tumbles on soft inflation, weak retail sales

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Dollar tumbles on soft inflation, weak retail sales

The EURUSD pair reached a monthly high near 1.0870 as the US Consumer Price Index eased and Retail Sales remained stagnant in April.

Dollar extends losing streak ahead of US CPI

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Dollar extends losing streak ahead of US CPI

The USDJPY pair dropped to 155.50 in early European trading as the US Dollar continues to weaken. Investors are confident that the Federal Reserve will start reducing interest rates from September. The US Consumer Price Index data for April is awaited to provide insight into the interest rate outlook. Economists expect Japan’s Q1 Gross Domestic Product to show a contraction.

ECB says stress in home loans manageable despite high rates, lax checks

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ECB says stress in home loans manageable despite high rates, lax checks

Stress in the euro zone market for home loans is considered manageable by the European Central Bank, despite higher interest rates and lax checks by some banks. The ECB reviewed the mortgage books of 37 euro zone banks and found deficiencies in how mortgages are originated. Specifically, the ECB found that some banks were not adequately weighing up risks before granting a mortgage, leading to concerns about borrowers being able to meet higher interest rates. Banks were also found to be taking more risks just before or when rates started rising. The ECB has asked banks to address these deficiencies, but overall, the banking sector’s response suggests a commitment to mitigating risks and maintaining stability in the residential real estate landscape.

Housing prices maintain upward trend

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Housing prices maintain upward trend

Fact: The increase in overall property demand came from domestic buyers, while a decrease was observed in the number of sale deeds submitted by foreign buyers.

Sterling support ahead of jobless data

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Sterling support ahead of jobless data

GBPUSD is hovering around 1.2560 in Asian trading on Tuesday following the improved risk appetite. The UK economy expanded by 0.6% in Q1, surpassing expectations and signaling the end of the country’s brief recession. Fed officials emphasize the importance of maintaining higher rates due to elevated inflation. US consumers foresee a widespread acceleration in inflation over the next year. Investors are closely watching the Producer Price Index (PPI) on Tuesday.