The US stock market has been reaching new heights recently, with the S&P 500 breaching the 5,000-mark for the first time. Investor optimism was further fueled by the strong earnings reported by companies benefiting from the artificial intelligence boom. However, market participants are now eagerly awaiting the release of inflation data, as it could provide
AUDJPY has been experiencing an upward trend, with the Australian dollar strengthening against the Japanese yen. The pair has cleared the 100-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) and continues to trade higher. However, a contracting triangle pattern has emerged, indicating a period of consolidation and declining volatility. Momentum indicators suggest a lack of interest in the
Introduction The natural gas market has experienced a significant downturn recently, with prices hitting rock bottom at $1.85. Traders are exerting pressure on ending President Biden’s moratorium on gas exploration, causing prices to plummet even further. This article delves into the factors leading to the decline and the potential consequences of lifting the moratorium. Traders’
The US 30 index, also known as the Dow Jones Industrial Average, is currently showing a bullish outlook, supported by technical indicators. Despite trading slightly below its all-time high of 38,782, the index remains above a medium-term rising trend line. This indicates the potential for an upward move. However, the key question now is whether
As the Chinese New Year festivities approach, the gold market finds itself at a critical juncture, influenced by an interplay of technical indicators and macroeconomic cues. The recent sideways trend of the U.S. dollar, which has been particularly noticeable as markets gear up for the Chinese New Year, has contributed to a decrease in volatility
Asian markets have largely followed the positive trend set by Wall Street, although Chinese stocks are facing difficulties sustaining a rally. Japan’s Nikkei soared by 1.5%, while the broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan, MSCI, rose by 0.2%. However, gains in Australia and South Korea were offset by a 0.2% decline in Hong Kong’s
The AUD/JPY cross is experiencing a positive trend for the third consecutive day, reaching a fresh weekly high around the 96.85 region during the Asian session on Thursday. This upward momentum, however, must be approached with caution as spot prices remain within a well-established trading range. Traders should exercise prudence before committing to an extension
China is taking significant steps to enhance the experience of foreign tourists and business people by encouraging banks and local businesses to accept foreign bank cards and making mobile payments more accessible. These efforts aim to improve convenience and promote financial inclusion for international visitors. Zhang Qingsong, the deputy governor of the People’s Bank of
Chinese stocks are expected to experience a significant increase of at least 10% in the coming days, according to Marko Papic, partner and chief strategist at Clocktower Group. The Chinese securities regulator has been making efforts to bolster investor confidence through various public statements, including state-backed purchases. A recent report from Bloomberg revealed that Chinese
In a bearish scenario, sales are expected to be below 78.99. The first take profit level is set at 77.93, followed by a second take profit level at 77.45. If the price breaks out below 76.56, the third take profit level is at 76.56, and the fourth take profit level is at 75.70. To manage
Economists are predicting that the Leading Economic Index will rise from 107.6 to 109.4 in December. This positive outlook for the Japanese economy could potentially support buyer demand for the Yen. However, it is important to note that the impact of the Leading Economic Index on the Bank of Japan’s plans to exit negative interest
The landscape of television is rapidly changing, and media companies are adapting to capture the attention of younger viewers who are not tuned in to traditional TV. Fox Corp, Walt Disney’s ESPN, and Warner Bros Discovery have announced the launch of a sports streaming service that aims to cater to the interests of sports fans.