Dollar Index climbs over 98.50 amid US-Venezuela tensions, watching for ISM PMI data
US Dollar Index Shows Gains Amid Geopolitical Tensions The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the dollar’s performance against six major currencies, has seen a rise for the second consecutive day, hovering around 98.60 during Asian trading hours on Monday. Traders will be watching closely for the ISM Manufacturing PMI data set to come out […]
FTSE 100 index reaches 10,000 mark in start-of-year surge
FTSE 100 Surpasses 10,000 Points on New Year Trading The FTSE 100 index crossed the 10,000-point mark for the first time on the first trading day of the year, marking a significant milestone for the stock market. In 2025, the index saw a remarkable performance, climbing over 21% from the previous year’s level of just […]
US Dollar Index declines below 98.50 before US NFP data
US Dollar Index Trends Amid Economic Reports As early trading commenced in Europe on Tuesday, the US Dollar Index (DXY), which gauges the value of the US dollar (USD) against six other major currencies, hovered in negative territory at about 98.25. The decline came as traders awaited key US economic data, including the delayed employment […]
The Best Index ETF to Invest in With $2,000 Today
Key Highlights As we approach the end of 2025, growth stocks are expected to surpass overall market performance once again. This trend has been increasingly evident over the last 15 years, with growth stocks outperforming value stocks in 12 of those years. The market momentum is heavily influenced by major tech firms. With the rise […]
US Dollar Index drops to around 98.50 after Fed rate cut, with attention on Jobless Claims data.
US Dollar Index Experiences Decline After Fed Decision The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the dollar’s value against a mix of six other currencies, was trading lower at about 98.55 during Asian trading on Thursday. The index dropped further following the US Federal Reserve’s decision to cut interest rates in its December meeting. As […]
US Dollar Index falls as expectations for Fed rates change
Dollar Index Drops After Fed’s Rate Cut The U.S. dollar index (DXY) reached a new intraday low on Wednesday, following the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) anticipated third consecutive interest rate cut, which lowered its key policy rate to a three-year low. There was significant volatility in the market as investors tried to process the Fed’s latest […]
Bitwise Moves Crypto Index Fund to NYSE Arca
BITW Launches as Major Crypto Index Fund BITW, established in 2017, features the top 10 cryptocurrencies by market cap, utilizing a strategy of ongoing screening and monthly rebalancing, as highlighted in a recent announcement. This fund aims to provide investors with diversified exposure to the cryptocurrency market. According to Bitwise’s chief information officer, many investors […]
Cocoa Prices Rise Significantly Due to Lower Global Surplus and Inclusion in Commodity Index
On Tuesday, cocoa prices on the March ICE NY Cocoa (CCH26) rose by 181 points, or 3.17%, while March ICE London Cocoa #7 (CAH26) increased by 133 points, or 3.23%. This uptick marks the continuation of a two-week rise, reaching a three-and-a-half week high, fueled by expectations that the global cocoa surplus will be less […]
Crypto index funds become increasingly important as market complexity rises.
Growing Interest in Crypto Index Funds Predicted for 2026 Next year, funds that track various cryptocurrencies are expected to gain popularity, offering investors easier access to a broader array of digital assets, as noted by Matt Hogan, the head of investments at Bitwise. “Crypto index funds will be a big deal in 2026,” Hogan stated […]
University of Utah allocates $400K for Dignity Index to assess political discourse
Dignity Index Launched at University of Utah The University of Utah has recently introduced a new initiative called the Dignity Index. This program employs an eight-point scale to evaluate how individuals express themselves during political or social disagreements. Announced in October, the Dignity Index is estimated to cost around $400,000 annually for equipment and staffing, […]