Monthly Archives: April 2024
Dollar Surges on CPI Beat, Gold Pressured
Written on April 19, 2024 at 6:28 am, by
Market Summary The Dollar Index surged on the back of robust inflation data, surprising investors and challenging expectations of an imminent rate cut. US Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures outpaced forecasts for the fourth consecutive month, reaching 3.5% over the 12 months to March. This unexpected inflationary pressure prompted a reevaluation of market sentiments regardingContinue Reading
All Eye on the U.S. CPI
Written on April 19, 2024 at 6:28 am, by
Market Summary Market participants are keenly awaiting the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) data set for release today, a crucial determinant of the Federal Reserve’s forthcoming monetary policy direction. In the lead-up, the Dollar Index (DXY) has experienced a downturn, struggling to stay above the critical 104.00 threshold. Concurrently, a decline in U.S. long-term treasuryContinue Reading
Gold Prices At All-Time High Ahead Of CPI
Written on April 19, 2024 at 6:27 am, by
Market Summary As the financial markets brace for the forthcoming U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) announcement on Wednesday, U.S. equities presented a subdued performance, while the dollar index witnessed a modest decline. The anticipation surrounding the Federal Reserve’s rate-cutting measures has been significantly adjusted, with expectations now set at a 60 basis points reduction forContinue Reading
