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Back in November last year Chinese authorities halted Ma’s Ant Group US$34.5B IPO. Jack Ma, who controls Alibaba, had criticized domestic (and global) regulators for stifling financial services innovation, criticism the CCP did not appreciate. Ma is back in hot water again, this time Chinese regulators have hit Alibaba with an 18.23 billion yuan ($2.8 billion)
April 9: Gold prices fell more than 1% on Friday, weighed down by a jump in U.S. Treasury yields and a rebound in the dollar, but bullion was still on course for its first weekly gain in three weeks. Spot gold was 0.7% lower at $1,744.07 per ounce by 1:44 p.m. EDT (1744 GMT), having
Swiss Franc and Euro ended as the strongest ones last week, as investors reversed their short positions accumulated in Q1. In particular, such reversals pushed Sterling to be the worst performing one, suffering heavy pressure against both Euro and Franc. The outlook for European looked a bit less pessimistic on a couple of factors. But
Banks traditionally get the ball rolling Believe it or not, the earnings season is starting up next week. It seems like only yesterday. The fact is, the bulk of earnings are spread out over a month or so and then you have other key releases that are outside of that window. Nevertheless, it does not
LONDON: Oil prices edged lower on Friday on rising supplies from major producers and concerns over a mixed picture on the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on fuel demand. Brent crude futures for June fell 37 cents, or 0.59%, to $62.83 a barrel by 1338 GMT while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude for May was at
Markets are generally quiet in Asian session today. Sterling is set to end as the worst performing one for the week. And it’s still facing much downside pressure against Euro, Swiss Franc and Yen. Dollar is following as the second weakest, but the final position is unsure, as Aussie and Loonie are also relatively soft.
Futures mostly lower Futures are flatish for the S&P 500, Dow and Russell 2000 but Nasdaq futures are down about 0.7%. The S&P 500 hit a record yesterday. Keep an eye on bonds. Yields have tracked even higher after PPI data. US 10-s are up 6 bps to 1.68%. Invest in yourself. See our forex
NEW DELHI: Copper futures on Friday slipped 0.47 per cent to Rs 692.35 per kg as participants cut their positions amid muted demand in the domestic market. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, copper contracts for April delivery eased by Rs 3.25, or 0.47 per cent, to Rs 692.35 per kg in a business turnover of
Canadian Dollar jumps broadly in early US session, with help from much better than expected job data. Dollar is following as second strongest for today, paring some of this week’s losses. On the other hand, Yen and Euro, turn weaker, other with Aussie. Overall, it appears that traders are generally taking profits from prior moves
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NEW YORK: Oil prices were little changed as a falling and rising stock market offset earlier declines caused by a big increase in US gasoline stockpiles and subdued demand compared with pre-pandemic levels. Brent futures rose 20 cents, or 0.3%, to $63.36 a barrel by 11:43 a.m. EDT (1543 GMT), while US West Texas Intermediate
The ECB minutes for the March meeting has supported EURUSD. The minutes revealed that policymakers saw upside risks to the economic outlook, thanks to US’ huge fiscal stimulus. Meanwhile, despite higher inflation in the near-term, it should remain subdued and below the central bank’s target. Policymakers also pledged to accelerate PEPP purchases in 2Q21 so
IMF communiqué The IMF steering committee communiqué is being released. Highlights: Global economy recovering faster than expected prospects are highly in certain and uneven across countries There are financial vulnerabilities that could cause risks if global financial conditions tighten swiftly where appropriate, monetary policy should remain accommodative We will strengthen cooperation to durably exit crisis. Invest in yourself. See our forex education
NEW DELHI: Coriander prices on Thursday fell by Rs 146 to Rs 7,152 per quintal in futures trade as speculators reduced their positions amid weak demand at spot market. On the National Commodity and Derivatives Exchange, coriander contracts for April eased by Rs 146, or 2 per cent, to Rs 7,152 per quintal in 2,860
USD/JPY’s near term correction accelerates lower today and the development drags down other Yen crosses too. There is no apparent reason for the rush into Yen. Stocks, yields, metals, and oil are all steady for now. We’ll monitor if the Yen’s rally is a prelude to some other developments in the markets. For now, Kiwi
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NEW DELHI: The government has procured 3.49 lakh tonnes of wheat worth at Rs 691 crore at the minimum support price so far in the marketing season 2021-22. The wheat procurement for the rabi marketing season kicked off from April. According to an official statement, the procurement of the crop began in Haryana, Uttar Pradesh,