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FTSE 100, DAX analysis: UK lags EU and US stock market recovery
After hitting a new all-time high in February, the FTSE has struggled to find any sustainable support, hurt by concerns over China, UK’s struggling economy and high interest rates across the world. But we have had some positive data out of China, the UK and US this week, which may mean the worst days are behind us.
Euro Analysis: EUR/USD Bounces Back to Near Flat on the Week
EUR/USD is ticking higher as the US dollar edges lower on progress toward peace in the Middle East...
Euro Analysis: EUR/USD’s Early Week Rally Stalls, Bears Still in Control
EUR/USD’s early week rally is reversing, keeping the downward bias intact within a bearish channel...
EUR/USD: Dollar bolstered by safe haven status, energy riches and economic momentum
EUR/USD must be one of the most well-behaved FX pairs in the world right now, sitting comfortably in a long-running downtrend, refusing to stray too far from the current trajectory no matter what the world is throwing at it.
EUR/USD: Corrective rebound put to the test by packed events calendar
The durability of the EUR/USD rebound will be put to the test over the next 48 hours as traders face a raft of events that could make-or-break the medium-term outlook for US bond yields and the USD.
EUR/USD: Inflation data creates make-or-break moment for common currency
EUR/USD faces a stern test in the days ahead, battling divergent fundamentals, increasing risk aversion and a technical backdrop that’s as bearish as any in the G10 FX universe right now.
EUR/USD headed for 105? WTI crude oil hits YTD high: Asian Open
The ECB delivered a relatively dovish hike whilst US data once again outperformed. And that was the perfect catalyst to send EUR/USD to a 4-low (and speculative positioning suggests there may be further downside to come). WTI crude oil rose above $90, and it appears to have more fuel in the tank to perhaps head for the October high.
EUR/USD implied volatility blows out ahead of ECB, US data: European open
With an ECB interest rate decision and three US data points sandwiched in between, we could be in for an interest hour's trade on EUR/USD. And that likely explains why the 1-day implied volatility band is more than twice its 20-day average.
US CPI, ECB and a slew of China data: The Week Ahead – 08/09/2023
The combination of a key US inflation report and finely-balanced ECB interest decision should keep EUR/USD on trader’s radars. Although we also have plenty of data out from China which could sway sentiment for risk assets, including CPI/PPI, loan growth, investment, retail sales and employment.
FTSE 100 forecast: Top stocks to watch ahead of FTSE rebalance
The next FTSE index review will take effect later in September. Find out which UK stocks are on the move and why it matters.
EUR/USD: when the US dollar and yields rise in tandem, trouble often follows
The breakdown of EUR/USD does not bode well for investor risk appetite moving forward.
Gold grinds higher ahead of key inflation reports
Gold facing significant two-way price risk as major inflation reports loom on the horizon.
EUR/USD: upside potential as economic expectations converge
Relative economic growth expectations may soon swing back in the euro's favour.
EUR/USD: positioning for a peak in US bond yields
If you’re of the view US yields have peaked but don’t want to get involved in bonds, taking a long EUR/USD position could be for you.
FTSE 100 analysis: Can it snap a 7-day losing streak?
The FTSE 100 is hoping to end its longest losing streak since mid-2019 today.
FTSE 100 analysis: UK GDP surprise lifts pound and sinks stocks – Top UK stocks
The UK economy grew faster than expected in the second quarter, but that is fuelling fears that inflation could remain elevated.
DAX Analysis: Stocks fall as risk off tone continues
After Monday’s positive close, the “risk off” trade returned Tuesday as European stocks and US futures slid. The Italian stock markets fell more than 2.5% to lead Europe lower. We saw noticeable falls for the Germany DAX and other leading indices in the region. The risk-off tone kept the dollar underpinned, which weighed down on the commodities like copper, gold and oil.
FTSE 100 analysis: Glencore shares drop despite additional returns – Top UK stocks
The FTSE 100 is under pressure in the wake of weak economic data out of China, as Glencore dishes out more cash to shareholders despite a tough first half.
FTSE 100 analysis: UK house prices fall for 4th successive month – Top UK stocks
Homebuilders are in play as UK house prices remain under pressure, buyers are circling for Haleon’s non-core assets and mining giants are following iron ore prices lower.
FTSE 100 analysis: Travel stocks rise on record summer demand – Top UK stocks
London-listed travel stocks are on the rise today as demand remains buoyant, although it isn’t proving enough to stop the FTSE 100 hitting fresh two-week lows.
FTSE 100 analysis: BoE to hike rates to 15-year high – Top UK stocks
The Bank of England is expected to increase rates for a 14th consecutive time today as the battle against inflation continues.
FTSE 100 analysis: BP and HSBC up in wake of earnings – Top UK stocks
BP ups shareholder returns despite a sharp drop in profits, HSBC has raised its outlook and markets are digesting news that shop price inflation fell for the first time in two years in July.
FTSE 100 analysis: UK to expand North Sea oil drilling – Top UK stocks
UK oil producers are on the rise as the government looks to kickstart fresh drilling in the North Sea, BT Group finds its next CEO and Spectris lifts its full year outlook.