Send us Fan Mail Soft US PPI and reports of Fed dilemma revive bets of 50bps cut. Dollar plunges as yields fall, pushing gold to new all-time high. Euro climbs as ECB trims rates but does not signal October cut. Risk Warning: Our services involve a significant risk and can result in the loss of your invested capital. *T&Cs apply. Please consider our Ri ... Show More
Aug 2022
Stocks rally on soft US CPI, but Fed members keep feet on the ground
US consumer prices eased in July, and they eased more than expected. US yields pulled lower after the CPI print, the US 10-year yield retreated, the US dollar slipped, gold gained, and the US stock markets rallied. The EURUSD jumped to 1.0370 mark, as Cable made another attempt t ... Show More
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Aug 2025
Dollar Drops, Gold Rises as Trump Ousts Fed's Cook
The dollar dropped and gold gained after President Donald Trump removed Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, raising concerns about the independence of the central bank. A gauge of the dollar retreated 0.3% as Cook will be removed from the position effective immediately, according ... Show More
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Aug 2022
The Sun Overdose for European stocks...
The week starts moody in Asia, as economic data from China and Japan missed estimates early this Monday.
Crude oil begins the week under selling pressure around the $91 per barrel. US index futures are down, but interestingly, the European futures were better bid in Asia; but new ... Show More
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Jul 2025
Fed holds, markets cut odds of future cuts
The FOMC keeps rates steady, but with two dissenting votes. (0:16) Odds of a rate cut in September fall below 50%. (1:33) Stocks sell off and yields rise as Chairman Powell speaks. (1:46)Show NotesQ2 GDP tops forecasts, but underlying growth a worry Episode transcripts seekingalp ... Show More
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