Markets
Gold nears record highs ahead of crucial central bank rate decision
Gold continues to hover near all-time highs, driven by a weakened US dollar, uncertain global economic outlooks, and escalating geopolitical tensions. The rally shows no signs of slowing, as upcoming central bank decisions may further boost demand.
Markets
Markets weekly look ahead: ECB rate decision in the spotlight
This week, the European Central Bank (ECB) is poised to decide on interest rates, a key event for both European stock markets and the euro. On a global scale, the release of the US monthly Consumer Price Index (CPI) is also of great importance, as it will significantly influence the broad sentiment.
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Markets
Week ahead in the markets: Eurozone to confirm the second quarter GDP
Global markets will focus on key economic data from the major economies, including the Eurozone’s final GDP for the second quarter, Switzerland’s inflation and economic growth, and the US jobs data, which are set to shape financial markets’ future trends.
Economy
EU inflation data in focus as ECB considers next interest rate move
The Eurozone is set to release its first estimate of inflation for August, offering clues about the ECB's interest rate decision in September. Nvidia's earnings results will also be in the spotlight as investors seek to gauge the trajectory of the AI industry.
Markets
Markets eye ECB decision as Fed minutes reinforce rate cut bets
The minutes from the Federal Reserve's July meeting indicate that the bank is likely to begin cutting interest rates in September. Markets will closely watch the ECB's decision next month as the euro reaches a one-year high against the US dollar.
Markets
Currency war ahead? Euro gains as US CPI boosts Fed rate cut outlook
Favourable market conditions in the eurozone and the UK and lower US inflation could prompt the US Federal Reserve to consider rate cuts. As the euro and pound strengthen, the Fed might feel pressured to adjust rates to maintain the competitiveness of the dollar.
Markets
Markets look ahead: Crucial data may hold key to what happens next
Market sentiment may remain fragile following the recent rout, as investors turn their attention to key indicators from major economies this week. In particular, US inflation data will be crucial in shaping global market trends.
