Are we out of the woods?

Are we out of the woods?

By Naeem Aslam As traders and investors pay close attention to the two most important economic events that have unfolded, stock futures in the US and Europe are sitting on solid gains, aiming to finish the week in positive territory. It’s not overstated to suggest that traders have shifted their perspective on the economic situation, … Read more

Josh Shapiro, a V.P. Contender, Criticized U.S. Steel Takeover and Defended His Tax Cuts

Josh Shapiro, a V.P. Contender, Criticized U.S. Steel Takeover and Defended His Tax Cuts

Gov. Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania, who is one of several Democrats in consideration to become Vice President Kamala Harris’s running mate, expressed on Tuesday his opposition to the proposed takeover of U.S. Steel by Japan’s Nippon Steel, citing his reservations about its potential impact on workers in his state.Mr. Shapiro’s comments came during an event … Read more

Can you pay your taxes with a credit card?

Can you pay your taxes with a credit card?

Personal Finance Chevron icon It indicates an expandable section or menu, or sometimes previous / next navigation options. Credit Cards Can you pay your taxes with a credit card? Written by Katherine Fan 2024-07-18T17:56:54Z Share icon An curved arrow pointing right. Share Facebook Icon The letter F. Facebook Email icon An envelope. It indicates the … Read more

Markets cautious ahead of US PCE inflation

Markets cautious ahead of US PCE inflation

Following mixed action in financial markets on Thursday, investors are clinging to a cautious stance on Friday. The US economic docket will feature Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index data for June, the Federal Reserve’s preferred gauge of inflation, alongside Personal Income and Personal Spending figures. Finally, the University of Michigan will release revisions to … Read more

Yen stronger on firm BoJ rate-hike bets

Yen stronger on firm BoJ rate-hike bets

The USDJPY pair tumbled to near 156.00 late Tuesday, with the Japanese Yen strengthening amid expectations that the Bank of Japan will tighten its monetary policy further in its July monetary policy meeting. Economists expect that the BoJ will raise interest rates further by 10 basis points, prompted by steady inflation above the bank’s target … Read more

The Latest on the Global Tax Agreement

The Latest on the Global Tax Agreement

Global Tax Agreement: Details & Analysis | EU Global Minimum Tax Skip to content Home • Blog • The Latest on the Global Tax Agreement See Full Timeline In recent years, countries have debated significant changes to international tax rules affecting multinational companies. In October 2021, after negotiations at the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and … Read more

Yen weakens, eyes on Eurozone PMI

Yen weakens, eyes on Eurozone PMI

The EURJPY currency pair traded in positive territory for the sixth consecutive day near 173.80 on Wednesday during the early European session. The Yen weakened after the data showed that Japanese business activity turned contractionary in June. The final reading of Japan’s Services PMI fell to 49.4 in June from 49.8 in May. This figure … Read more

Gold rush to endure through 2024 though $3,000 mark may prove elusive

Gold rush to endure through 2024 though $3,000 mark may prove elusive

Gold’s lightning rally to successive record highs shows every sign of continuing in the second half of 2024 as the fundamental case for bullion remains firmly in place, though $3,000 per ounce looks just out of reach, traders and industry experts said.Investors have flocked in droves towards the precious metal, driven by expectations for monetary … Read more

US inflation, Fed decisions to dominate markets

US inflation, Fed decisions to dominate markets

The US Dollar is holding steady early Wednesday, as investors gear up for key macroeconomic events that could significantly impact the currency’s valuation. The Bureau of Labor Statistic will release the Consumer Price Index data for May in early U.S. trading. Later in the day, the Federal Reserve will announce monetary policy decisions and publish … Read more

Euro under pressure on EU political woes

Euro under pressure on EU political woes

The EURJPY cross extended its decline near 168.85 during early European trading on Monday, with the Euro attracting some sellers amid the uncertainty over the political scenario in France. President Emmanuel Macron dissolved the French national assembly and announced a snap election after exit polls indicated that his Renaissance party would be defeated by the far-right … Read more