Financial News
- James Hyerczyk
Private payroll growth slows to 150,000 jobs in June, down from 157,000 in May, indicating a cooling labor market.
- Vladimir Zernov
Earlier, Fed Chair Powell noted that prices were showing disinflation trend.
- James Hyerczyk
The latest inflation and employment data for the eurozone indicate a slight easing of price pressures overall, but persistent core inflation.
- Vladimir Zernov
The manufacturing sector contracted for the third consecutive month.
- Bob Mason
While elections in Europe are in focus, the Bank of Japan and the RBA will also be in the spotlight as investors consider possible rate hikes in Q3 2024.
- Ibrahim Ajibade
Ethereum price reclaimed the $3,400 level on June 29, as Bloomberg analysts highlight the possible launch date for ETH spot ETFs next week
- Bob Mason
Crypto’s political stance solidifies with Donald Trump emerging as the favored candidate, signaling a unified front against regulatory challenges in the US.
- James Hyerczyk
Core PCE eased from 2.8% in April to 2.6% in May, indicating progress in inflation control, but still above the Fed’s 2% target.
- Bob Mason
UK economy shows resilience in Q1 2024, with 0.7% GDP Growth; Services sector growth could be a headache for the Bank of England.
- James Hyerczyk
Q1 GDP growth slows to 1.4%, unemployment claims drop but insured unemployment rises, durable goods orders increase for fourth straight month.
- James Hyerczyk
Rising crude oil inventories and declining refinery inputs and gasoline production signal potential downward pressure on crude prices.
- Bob Mason
The latest numbers suggest a cautious consumer outlook, potentially signaling reduced spending ahead and implications for ECB rate policy in Q3 2024.
- James Hyerczyk
The dip in consumer confidence, especially in future expectations, suggests a cautious outlook for the market.
- James Hyerczyk
S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Index hits a record high, U.S. home prices stabilize, and FHFA reports continued increases.
- Bob Mason
Amidst fluctuating bets on a September Fed rate cut, inflation numbers from Australia could push the RBA into a rate hike as the Yen sinks toward 160.
- Bob Mason
It has been a week to forget for the crypto market, with BTC dropping below $64,000, but the launch of ETH-spot ETFs could change the mood.
- Vladimir Zernov
Natural gas prices are trying to rebound from weekly lows as traders react to the EIA report.
- Vladimir Zernov
Business activity is rising in both manufacturing and services sectors.
- James Hyerczyk
Germany’s economic growth in June was hindered by a marked decline in manufacturing, while the services sector continued to perform well.
- Bob Mason
UK retail sales rebounded in May and could impact the Bank of England’s August policy decision. UK private-sector PMIs are out next.