US CONSUMER PRICE DATA
Gold price surge on weaker-than-expected US jobs report
The US services sector faced an unexpected contraction in the last quarter, with the ISM services gauge dropping to 48.80, marking the fastest pace of decline in four years. This contrasts with the S&P Global US Services Index, which reached its highest level since April 2022 at 55.30.
Gold lingers near 2-week high as focus shifts to US payrolls
Gold prices remain steady near a two-week high following weaker US economic data, leading to speculation of potential interest rate cuts. Investors are closely watching Friday's non-farm payrolls data for further guidance. The market awaits further developments amidst the ongoing economic uncertainty.
Brent crude above $87 at highest levels since April
Brent crude prices reach a 3-month high at $87 due to a significant drop in US inventories. Market sees gains supported by dollar weakness and improved US fuel demand outlook. However, economic worries persist with unexpected German industrial orders decline and rise in US jobless claims.
Gold inches up after weak data fuels US rate cut bets
Dramatic gold price surge expected amid cautious Fed approach and weaker employment reports, signaling potential economic challenges ahead.
Oil prices slip after data points to cooling U.S. economy
Amidst economic fluctuations, rate cuts could enhance demand, endorsed by ANZ Research analysts, impacting the global oil market.
Gold prices heads for quarterly rise; spotlight on inflation data
In the world of gold investment, tracking prices, inflation data, and the Federal Reserve's stance is key. Market dynamics shift based on factors like GDP estimates, equipment spending, and spot silver prices. Understanding these nuances is crucial for making informed investment decisions in a constantly evolving economic environment.
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Australian shares fall as inflation data triggers rate hike worries
Australian shares closed lower on Wednesday, dragged by declines in financial and mining stocks, as concerns about rate hikes heightened the risk of loan defaults and higher cost of capital.
Gold flat as dollar, yields firm; investors seek more US data
Amid economic indicators and central bank actions, market focus extends to U.S. housing data, French employment stats, and Fed rate cut forecasts, influencing gold price dynamics.
US PMI data triggers sharp decline in gold prices
Gold prices surged to a two-week high of $2,366 following a second rate cut by the Swiss National Bank and weaker US data. Traders anticipate a move by the US Federal Reserve, especially after the European Central Bank's rate cut.
Oil prices inch down on weaker US consumer demand ahead of China data
Oil prices slipped on weaker U.S. consumer demand. China's economic data indicated deflation, impacting markets in Singapore and other countries.
Gold trims decline after US producer prices data
Gold prices trimmed losses on Thursday after weaker-than-expected U.S. producer inflation data raised hopes for two rate cuts in 2024, even as the Federal Reserve's projections called for just one cut this year.
Here’s what to watch in Asian markets after Fed decision, CPI
Asian stocks and currencies rose after the Federal Reserve rate decision and US consumer price data. Equities and dollar-denominated bonds are set to benefit despite tempered optimism due to Fed officials revising rate cut forecasts.
Gold pares gains on reduced rate cut bets after Fed verdict
Gold prices fluctuated as the U.S. Federal Reserve hinted at a single interest rate cut this year due to persistent inflation levels.
India bond yields seen little changed ahead of inflation data, Fed meet
Indian government bond yields expected to remain stable as market watches inflation data in India and the U.S. and the Federal Reserve's monetary policy decision on Wednesday.
European shares fall as rising bond yields renew rate jitters
European shares declined on Wednesday as rising bond yields globally spurred concerns of interest rates staying elevated for longer, even as investors awaited more economic data to firm up bets on rate cuts.
Dollar steady ahead of inflation data, yen wobbles
The dollar was stable on Wednesday ahead of crucial inflation readings, lifted by rising Treasury yields. The yen drifted to its weakest in four weeks. Euro and sterling also showed movements. Australian dollar spiked before steadying. U.S. consumer confidence improved in May. Markets await inflation reports this week.
Oil rises as major producers expected to keep output cuts in place
Oil prices rose on expectations of production cuts by major producers at a meeting this Sunday as fuel consumption is set to increase with the start of the peak summer demand season.
Gold rallies on rate cut expectations amid US economy slowdown
Spot gold rose on Friday despite US inflation data, anticipating rate cuts amid a weakening US economy. US CPI and PPI Final demand were below forecasts. US Fed Chair Powell remains optimistic about inflation. US Philadelphia Fed business outlook was below expectations. Fed officials hold varying views on rate adjustments.
Fed remains cautious on cuts even as data improves
"I don't see any indicators now telling me ... there's a reason to change the stance of monetary policy now," Williams said in an interview with Reuters, adding that he did not expect the case for a rate cut to fall into place "in the very near term."
Rupee gains but lags behind Asian peers, forward premiums rise
The rupee was at 83.46 against the U.S. dollar as of 09:40 a.m. IST, up from its previous close at 83.50.
US inflation data was accidentally released 30 minutes early
The US Bureau of Labor Statistics released Consumer Price Index data early, impacting Wall Street investors and central bank officials. The BLS statement mentioned the incident, raising questions about equitable data access. A month ago, an economist from BLS corresponded on key US inflation gauge data with major firms.
US consumer prices rise 0.3% in April; core CPI slows
U.S. consumer prices rose less than expected in April, indicating a resumption of the downward trend in inflation at the beginning of the second quarter, which has bolstered financial market expectations for a potential interest rate cut in September. The consumer price index (CPI) increased by 0.3% last month, following advances of 0.4% in both March and February, according to data from the Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). On a year-on-year basis, the CPI rose by 3.4% in April, slightly lower than the 3.5% increase recorded in March.
US stocks edge up after 'mixed' producer inflation data, all eyes on CPI
Sticky inflation and persistent labour market strength have prompted financial markets and most economists to push back expectations for an initial Fed interest rate cut to September, from March seen at the start of the year.
Gold prices flat ahead of key US inflation data
Americans last month braced for generally higher inflation pressures over the next few years and accelerating home price increases, according to a report by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.
Dollar drifts as traders eye US inflation data; frail yen in focus
The currency market has been sedate this week, with investors seeking to gauge what the path the Federal Reserve will take this year in the wake of recent softer-than-expected U.S. labour market data and comments from central bankers.
Dollar slips as market awaits key inflation data
The dollar slid versus most major currencies on Monday amid expectations key U.S. data this week will show a slowing pace of inflation and consumer spending at a time of recovering European economies that also could be bolstered by interest rate cuts.
Currency market calm as US inflation data holds focus this week
Markets have priced in a 61.2% chance of some degree of rate reductions to begin at the Fed's September meeting, with about 50 basis points of cuts in total expected, CME's FedWatch Tool showed.
Wall Street closes up, another weekly gain ahead of inflation data
Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic acknowledged recent clues the economy is slowing, but added the timing of rate cuts remains uncertain.
Asia stocks rally on renewed global rate cut optimism
Sterling was steady at $1.2515, having touched over two-week low of $1.2446 on Thursday after Bank of England (BoE) paved the way for the start of rate cuts as soon as next month.
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