Month: March 2024

Dollar saw only a temporary uplift from stronger-than-expected CPI figures from the US. The greenback reverted to pre-release levels, while stock futures rebounded. Traders appeared to be refraining from taking decisive bets. This reaction suggests that the inflation data, despite being higher than anticipated, may not be sufficiently influential to deter Fed from cutting interest
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Oil prices rose in early Asian trading, but price moves were limited as the market waited for monthly reports from oil agencies. Brent futures for May delivery rose 23 cents to $82.44 a barrel by 0221 GMT. The U.S. crude April contract rose 17 cents to end at $78.10 a barrel. “Crude oil traded in
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Yen rises broadly in Asian session today, lifted by economic data indicating Japan’s narrow escape from recession last year. This economic turnaround, while not directly influencing BoJ decision on interest rates decision next week, certainly does not obstruct the pathway for a hike. Yen’s momentum, though currently modest, could amplify with anticipated positive developments from
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