Australian Dollar remains steady as expectations for a Fed rate cut decrease
The Australian Dollar’s Current Status The Australian Dollar is hovering near its two-month low, recorded at 0.6414 on Thursday. AUD/USD is facing downward pressure as the US dollar gains strength following S&P Global’s US PMI data release. The CME FedWatch tool indicates a 74% likelihood of interest rate cuts occurring in September, down from 82% […]
EUR/USD remains steady near 1.1650 as markets anticipate US PMI data
The EUR/USD exchange rate remained steady around 1.1650 on Thursday as investors processed Eurozone PMI data alongside US employment statistics. A new trade framework between the US and EU has emerged, featuring most tariffs capped at 15%, focusing on energy, technology, and investment commitments. The number of initial unemployment claims in the US rose to […]
USD/JPY Price Outlook: Holds steady but dips beneath 50-day SMA
USD/JPY Overview USD/JPY has seen consecutive declines. Traders are cautious due to political pressures affecting governance. The price is fluctuating between the 20-day and 50-day simple moving averages (SMA). The upcoming Jackson Hole speech might be a pivotal moment. Strong results could push USD/JPY above 148.00, but a drop below 147.00 is also possible. USD/JPY […]
Stock market update: Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq futures hold steady following Target’s earnings as Fed minutes are anticipated
Target Announces New CEO from Within Target is poised for a significant transition as it prepares to promote its own talent to fill the CEO position. The discount retailer revealed that Michael Fidelke, who has been with the company for years, will take over as CEO, succeeding Brian Cornell on February 1, 2026. Fidelke has […]
EUR/USD Outlook: Decreases as Range Remains Steady
Euro Declines Against the Dollar On Monday, the euro saw a dip against the US dollar, settling around the 1.16 mark. This has raised several questions among traders, leaving many to speculate about potential side-to-side movements in the market. For instance, a lot of traders are keenly awaiting the Federal Reserve’s next steps regarding interest […]
Forex Today: Key currency pairs steady at the start of the week
Market Overview for August 18th Here’s the latest for Monday, August 18th: Major currency pairs are showing some fluctuations, staying close to where they ended last week. Traders are, perhaps understandably, waiting for Ukrainian President Voldy Mie Zelensky to meet with U.S. officials, including President Donald Trump. The economic calendar looks pretty quiet today, with […]
Retail sales increase by a steady 0.5% in July compared to June as consumers seem to overlook tariff impacts.
Shoppers Keep Spending Despite Tariffs NEW YORK – July saw a good amount of spending from shoppers, particularly at a national car dealership. It seems they might not be too worried about President Donald Trump’s tariffs. Retail sales climbed 0.5% last month, with stronger-than-expected spending also noted in June, according to a report from the […]
Leavitt demonstrates U.S. wage growth despite low, steady inflation: ‘Don’t listen to the alarmists and have faith in President Trump’
Leavitt Defends Trump’s Economic Management In a recent press conference, White House spokesperson Caroline Leavitt defended President Donald Trump’s handling of the economy, dismissing criticism she described as part of the “Panican.” This term, reportedly coined by Trump, refers to individuals he believes are overly anxious about new tariffs and their implications. During the briefing, […]
Indian Rupee remains steady as investors anticipate July’s CPI data for India and the US
The Indian rupee has dropped to nearly 87.90 against the US dollar as inflation in India rose moderately in July. India’s retail inflation rate increased to 1.55% year-on-year, marking the lowest level seen in eight years. The US and China have both consented to extend their 90-day tariff ceasefire. On Tuesday, during the latter part […]
US stocks hold steady at the start, remaining close to record highs, as inflation data is set to be released.
Stock Market Overview On August 11, US stocks experienced minimal changes as they hovered near record levels, with investors awaiting fresh inflation data. This July, the consumer price index (CPI) is anticipated to rise. A poll from Reuters suggests a projection of 2.8% year-over-year, slightly up from June’s 2.7%. There’s curiosity about whether President Trump’s […]