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USD: Jobless claim rebound helping the US Dollar – ING
The US Dollar (USD) was given a helping hand yesterday by some positive data surprises, which prevented it, in our view, from giving up post-Fed gains. Jobless claims dropped back to 231k in the week ending 13 September, signalling the previous week’s spike to 264k might have been a fluke.Fxstreet
12 hours ago
Dow Jones futures retreat after reaching record highs
Dow Jones futures lose 0.13%, with trading around 46,450 during European hours on Friday, ahead of the opening of the United States (US) regular session. Moreover, the S&P 500 futures decline 0.16% to remain below 6,700, while Nasdaq 100 futures fall 0.11% to trade near 24,650.Fxstreet
16 hours ago
Bloomberg seeks investor feedback on including India in global bond index, document shows
MUMBAI, Sept 18 (Reuters) - Bloomberg Index Services is seeking views from investors on whether Indian government bonds should be included in its flagship global aggregate index, according to a notice sent to investors seen by Reuters.The index provider included India in its emerging market local cu...Reuters
18 hours ago
US Dollar Index remains on the defensive below 97.00 as traders await the Fed rate decision
The US Dollar Index (DXY), an index of the value of the US Dollar (USD) measured against a basket of six world currencies, remains on the defensive near 96.70 as investors firmed bets for a Federal Reserve (Fed) interest rate cut later on Wednesday.Fxstreet
Wed, Sep 17
TREASURIES-US yields edge lower after data flurry with Fed on deck
Retail sales rise 0.6%, exceeding expectationsFed policy announcement expected with rate cut likelyImport prices increase, hinting at potential inflation riseBy Chuck Mikolajczak NEW YORK, Sept 16 (Reuters) - U.S. Treasury yields slipped on Tuesday in a choppy session, retreating from earlier hig...Reuters
Tue, Sep 16
Dow Jones futures remain steady ahead of US Retail Sales data
Dow Jones futures are steady near 45,900 during European hours on Tuesday, ahead of the United States (US) market open. Moreover, the S&P 500 futures advance 0.20% to trade above 6,600, while Nasdaq 100 futures edge up 0.32% to trade near 24,400.Fxstreet
Tue, Sep 16
USD steadies as stagflation fears mount – BBH
US Dollar (USD) recovered some of yesterday’s loss, S&P 500 futures are down after the underlying index hit a record high yesterday, and Treasury yields are up slightly. Markets are digesting ECB guidance and US CPI data, BBH FX analysts report.Fxstreet
Fri, Sep 12
USD: Three cuts validated – ING
Thursday’s US CPI report showed slightly hotter than expected headline inflation (0.4% MoM), while the more closely monitored core rate rose by 0.3% MoM in line with consensus. What matters the most is the limited tariff impact, ING's FX analyst Francesco Pesole notes.Fxstreet
Fri, Sep 12
US Dollar Index holds steady below 98.00 ahead of US CPI data
The US Dollar Index (DXY), an index of the value of the US Dollar (USD) measured against a basket of six world currencies, trades on a flat note around 97.85 during the Asian session on Thursday. Traders brace for the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) for August later on Thursday for fresh impetus.Fxstreet
Thu, Sep 11
Dow Jones Industrial Average misses out on post-PPI rally, declines over 200 points
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) missed the mark on Wednesday, shedding over 200 points from the open. US Producer Price Index (PPI) inflation came in below expectations, bolstering bets of interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve (Fed) next week.Fxstreet
Wed, Sep 10
USD, yields rebound despite steep US jobs revision – BBH
USD and 2-year Treasury yields rebounded yesterday despite confirmation of a sharp slowdown in US labor demand. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) preliminary benchmark revisions to net payroll growth was larger than expected.Fxstreet
Wed, Sep 10
