Forecasts

The reaction of the Bank of Japan (BoJ) to the inflation numbers plays a major role in influencing the buyer appetite for the USD/JPY pair. While this is important, it is crucial to also consider the macroeconomic environment at play. In a scenario where inflation remains stagnant, Japanese firms are under pressure to meet wage

The latest figures on core inflation rates have sparked uncertainty among investors regarding the Bank of Japan’s stance on negative interest rates. While a core inflation rate of 2.0% could potentially prompt the BoJ to consider exiting negative rates, warnings from the central bank about maintaining accommodative monetary policy post negative rate exit have left

As the week begins, investors eagerly await the release of consumer confidence and durable goods orders data. These indicators are crucial in providing insights into the state of the economy. A decline in consumer confidence could signal a decrease in consumer spending, which might lead to bets on a rate cut by the Federal Reserve

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Reddit is making waves in the social media world as it prepares for its upcoming initial public offering (IPO). The company is set to debut on the NYSE under the ticker symbol “RDDT”, with expectations of becoming the largest social media IPO since Pinterest in 2019. One interesting aspect of Reddit’s IPO plan is its

Investors have been closely monitoring the commentary from FOMC members in order to gauge the likelihood of a rate cut in June. While bets on a cut in March or May have diminished, there is an increasing speculation of a 25-basis point rate cut in June. However, the calls from some FOMC members for interest

Japan’s markets are currently experiencing a unique set of dynamics that present both challenges and opportunities for investors. While the Japanese economy has successfully overcome deflation, there are still concerns about the valuation of Japanese stocks and the overall performance of companies in the market. The historically weak yen has contributed to favorable conditions for

The Conference Board’s report in December highlighted weak consumer sentiment, leading to concerns about a potential Fed rate cut in May. With six out of ten leading indicators contributing positively to the headline figure in December, forecasts are now pointing towards a potential economic downturn. It is essential for investors to not only focus on

The forecast for an increase in the Consumer Confidence Index from -16.1 to -15.6 shows a slight improvement in the economic outlook. However, the focus will be on the Preliminary private sector PMIs for France, Germany, and the Eurozone, especially the Services PMIs, which account for more than 60% of the Eurozone economy. The services

The US Dollar has seen a modest recovery to 104.423 following a 0.41% dip in the Dollar Index, as the market reacts to a mixed set of US economic indicators. Although there have been contractions in Core Retail Sales and Retail Sales, slight improvements in the Empire State Manufacturing Index and a rebound in the

The recent Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) Press Conference held by Governor Bullock has left many pondering the future of monetary policy in the country. Despite expressing concerns about households and the economic outlook, Governor Bullock did not rule out the possibility of a rate hike. This has sparked a debate among economists and investors,

The most recent data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveals that UK consumer prices remained steady in January, as both headline and core inflation figures matched those from previous months but fell short of economists’ expectations. This article will analyze the implications of these inflation numbers and discuss their potential impact on the