Goldman Sachs is set to release their first-quarter earnings prior to the opening bell on Monday, and Wall Street is eagerly awaiting the results. Analysts are predicting earnings of $8.56 per share, with revenue expected to reach $12.92 billion. Additionally, trading revenue is projected to be $3.64 billion for fixed income and $2.95 billion for
The EUR/USD pair saw a significant drop below the crucial 1.0780 support level, indicating a shift in market sentiment. Notably, the pair breached a key bullish trend line with support at 1.0850 on the 4-hour chart, signaling a bearish trend. The escalation of geopolitical tensions, particularly Iran’s launch of more than 300 drones and missiles
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil prices have started the new week on a subdued note, showing little reaction to Iran’s recent attack on Israel. This lack of response from buyers indicates a concerning trend in the market, as geopolitical tensions usually drive up oil prices. The attack on Israel by Iran, involving explosive drones
Looking beyond just the numbers, it is crucial for investors to closely monitor the commentary coming from the Bank of Japan. The central bank’s responses to the escalating threat of a prolonged conflict in the Middle East could have a significant impact on the market. Any statements or actions taken by the Bank of Japan
The release of inflation figures plays a crucial role in influencing the rate path set by the Bank of Japan. Specifically, service sector-driven inflationary pressures can provide insights into potential discussions around the timing of an interest rate hike. Economists are predicting that the annual inflation rate will hold steady at 2.8% for the month
In the bustling city of Sydney, tragedy struck at one of the busiest shopping malls when a man unleashed a vicious stabbing attack, claiming the lives of six innocent people. Inspector Amy Scott, a police officer on duty at the mall, found herself face to face with the assailant in a moment of chaos and
The European Central Bank (ECB) is showing increasing confidence in its ability to tackle inflation, with ECB policymaker Francois Villeroy de Galhau stating that an interest rate cut in June is highly likely. Villeroy highlights the ECB’s commitment to combating inflation and suggests that a rate cut at the next meeting is on the horizon.
Larry Swedroe, a renowned researcher in the financial market, believes that Warren Buffett’s investment style may not be as effective in today’s market. Swedroe points out the increasing number of professional Wall Street firms and hedge funds actively participating in the market. He argues that while Buffett was once considered the greatest stock picker of
Pakistan’s central bank announced the repayment of $1 billion in Eurobonds, a scheduled payment that was made ahead of the nation’s pursuit of a long-term bailout from the International Monetary Fund. The bond, which was originally launched in 2014, reached maturity this month and was successfully repaid on Friday. This repayment was made to the
The Biden administration recently made a significant announcement regarding the cancellation of $7.4 billion in student debt for 277,000 borrowers. This move is part of a larger effort to address the issue of student loan debt in the United States. By canceling a substantial amount of student debt, President Joe Biden aims to ease the
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The U.S. stock futures showed a slight increase as the market awaited earnings reports from major banks. Dow futures saw a rise of 73 points, and S&P 500 as well as Nasdaq futures also experienced modest gains. This positive momentum followed a strong recovery in the tech sector, with the Nasdaq reaching a record high