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US Open: Futures flat ahead of the Fed rate decision

Stocks point to a flat open as investors wait cautiously for the Fed rate decision. A 25 bps hike is priced in as the Fed balance fighting inflation with stresses in the banking sector.

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European Open: UK inflation up next, then focus shifts to the FOMC meeting

Today’s UK inflation print could be the difference between a final 25bp hike from the BOE tomorrow, or a pause. Then our attention turns to the FOMC meeting.

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US Open: Stocks extend gains as banking crisis fears subside

Stocks are rising further on hopes that a line has been drawn under the banking crisis, for now. Even US regional lenders are rising.

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March 21, 2023 12:50 PM

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US Open: Futures steady after central bank support

Futures reverse earlier losses and point to a flat open as investors weigh up central bank support and UBS buying Credit Suisse. Regional US banks are remain in focus.

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March 20, 2023 12:47 PM
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US Open: Stocks slip but are set for a strong weekly gain

Stocks pare yesterday's rally after big US banks prop up First Republic Bank. Nasdaq is set to gain over 5% this week. US Michigan confidence is due shortly.

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March 17, 2023 12:56 PM
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Crude plummets - will OPEC come to rescue?

We might see an oversold bounce in prices soon but until something changes fundamentally, the path of least resistance would remain to the downside

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US Open: Stocks drop amid fresh banking sector woes

Stocks are falling after Credit Suisse sparks fresh financial sector concerns.

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March 15, 2023 01:26 PM
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US Open: Stocks rise after inflation data

US stocks are set to open higher after headline inflation cooled in line with forecasts but core inflation was hotter than expected.

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March 14, 2023 01:05 PM
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Commodity prices forecast to be strong in 2023

The StoneX Metals and Energy Markets Annual Outlook forecasts double digit percentage increases for seven out of twelve commodities tracked.

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March 13, 2023 05:34 PM
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US Open: Stocks fall as contagion risk rises

US stocks extend losses from last week, with regional US banks dropping the most. Despite deposits being fully guaranteed, investors are fretting over contagion within the sector.

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March 13, 2023 01:39 PM
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US Open: Stocks rise as jobless claims hit a 10 week high

Futures etase earlier losses after US jobless claims rise y more than expected in a case of bad news is good news for stocks.

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March 9, 2023 02:18 PM
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Two Trades to Watch: Oil, USD/JPY

Oil steadies after two days of declines. USD/JPY falls with US jobs & BoJ rate decision in focus

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March 9, 2023 08:11 AM
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US Open: Stocks struggle after Powell inspired selloff & private payrolls rise

Investors lick their wounds after yesterday's steep selloff and as investors look ahead to Powell's second testimony. ADP payrolls rise by more than expected.

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March 8, 2023 02:11 PM
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US Open: Stocks rise cautiously with all eyes on Powell's testimony

Stocks edge higher ahead of Powell's appearance before Congress where he will testify on monetary policy. A hawkish stance could pull stocks lower & lift the USD.

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March 7, 2023 12:33 PM
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US Open: Stocks edge higher ahead of ISM non-manufacturing data

US stocks point to modest gains on the open as investors digest the latest Fed commentary and look ahead to the US ISM non-manufacturing PMI.

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March 3, 2023 01:44 PM
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US Open: Stocks fall as jobless claims unexpectedly slow

Futures head broadly lower after US jobless claims rise by 190k, down from 192k. The data highlights the strength of the jobs market giving the Fed space to hike rates further.

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March 2, 2023 02:01 PM
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US Open: Stocks edge higher ahead of housing & consumer confidence data

US stocks climb higher, but fall across the month on hawkish Fed fears. US house price and consumer confidence data is due to be released.

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February 28, 2023 02:28 PM

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US Open: Stocks rise after last week's selloff

Stocks rise after steep losses last week. Stocks are heading for a 2% drop across the month as the markets price in higher interest rates for longer.

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February 27, 2023 01:58 PM
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US Open: Stocks tank after the Fed's preferred inflation gauge unexpectedly rose

US stocks tumble after hotter than expected inflation fuels hawkish Fed bets. USD rallies and Gold tumbles.

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February 24, 2023 02:07 PM
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US Open: Tech stocks lead the way after upbeat NVIDIA guidance

US stocks rise ahead of US Q4 GDP data and after upbeat guidance from NVIDIA.

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February 23, 2023 01:09 PM
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US Open: Stocks rise cautiously ahead of the FOMC minutes

Stocks edge higher after steep losses yesterday as the markets fretted that the Fed could raise rates higher for longer. Will the Fed minutes fuel those fears or will they be considered outdated given the strong data came in after the Fed's February meeting?

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February 22, 2023 01:50 PM
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Two trades to watch: EUR/USD, Oil

EUR/USD holds steady ahead of consumer confidence data. Oil rises after last week’s losses.

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February 20, 2023 08:14 AM