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US stocks back at records while European bourses retreat
Wall Street equity indices advanced to fresh records Tuesday as markets embraced commentary from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, while European bourses retreated on unease about upcoming French elections. But bourses in Paris and Frankfurt both retreated amid concerns about the potential economic fallout should the far right win power in France in weekend elections.
GIFT Nifty signals a positive start for D-Street. Here's the trading setup for today's session
Domestic markets showed gains driven by positive sentiment on expectations of a discretionary spending rebound. Investors focus on upcoming US job data and Fed Chair's speech for interest rate insights. Nifty futures trade higher with a positive trend intact. Oil prices remain steady near highs, supported by rising fuel demand outlook. FII and DII actions impact rupee's performance.
Asian stocks fluctuate as traders weigh Trump win
Asian stocks fluctuated amid US election uncertainty. Markets in Japan, Australia, and South Korea remained stable. Yields on 10-year Treasuries held steady. Wall Street edged higher with tech megacaps leading the rally. The Democratic National Committee considers early Biden nomination. Supreme Court ruling on Trump's immunity affects the election. Fiscal deficit policies are investors' focus.
Asian stocks stutter, euro gains after first round vote in France
The euro was 0.32% higher at $1.0747, while European stock futures rose 1% as exit polls showed Marine Le Pen's eurosceptic National Rally emerged ahead in the first round of the French vote but with fewer votes than some analysts had forecast.
GIFT Nifty up 10 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
Sector like Auto is expected to be in the limelight as OEMs would release their monthly auto Sales number," said Siddhartha Khemka, Head - Retail Research, Motilal Oswal.
High-speed traders, short sellers face growing Asia crackdown
The controversial nature of such restrictions is on full display in South Korea, where a short-selling ban hurt its attempts to win an upgrade from MSCI Inc. These developments show the difficulties policymakers have in keeping up with increasingly sophisticated trading strategies and their impact on financial markets, a challenge that’s only set to grow with the adoption of artificial intelligence.
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Where US stock market is headed after wild first half: 5 charts
A boom in artificial intelligence fueled a blistering first half for the US stock market, and traders expect to see the same — and more — in the remainder of the year.
Tech boom leads global markets through first half of 2024
The first half of 2024 was marked by soaring mega caps, political uncertainties, and remarkable movements in commodities and emerging markets. From Nvidia's market value surge to Japan's weakening yen and the rise of cryptocurrencies, the period reflected a mix of challenges and opportunities shaping the global economy.
Top U.S. banks hike dividends after sailing through Fed's stress test
U.S. banking leaders increase third-quarter dividends following successful Federal Reserve stress tests, demonstrating robust financial health amid economic uncertainty.
Jobs, inflation data may break the US Treasury market out of narrow range
Bond market trends are closely tied to Powell's testimony, economic indicators, and Treasury yield movements. Factors like the recent Australia inflation rebound, central bank actions, and insights from Macquarie Group are key considerations for investors navigating market uncertainties.
Wall Street closes subdued as investors sit, wait for inflation data
Tech stocks like Amazon surged as market volatility persisted. Atlanta Fed President hinted at rate cuts amidst narrowing inflation. Micron's revenue forecast met mixed reactions, reflecting ongoing market uncertainty.
US IPOs off to their best start in a while
Wall Street's equity capital markets see a resurgence with IPOs and equity offerings surpassing $20 billion in the first half of 2024, marking the strongest start since 2021. Enhanced investor engagement and favorable market conditions signal a potential bounce-back year, encouraging companies like Lineage to pursue significant listings amid balanced valuation discussions.
GIFT Nifty up 40 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
"The index would have the next target of 24500 level, as mentioned earlier, with 23500 zone maintained as the support as of now," said Vaishali Parekh, Vice President, Technical Research, Prabhudas Lilladher.
Asia stocks down, yen slump keeps markets on intervention alert
Inflation concerns impact markets worldwide, driving bond yields up and Asian shares down. Currency markets watch as the yen weakens, prompting fears of intervention. Unexpected jumps in inflation in Australia and Canada add to market nerves before the Federal Reserve's upcoming data release.
GIFT Nifty down 50 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
"Overall optimism surrounding the Union Budget, increasing FII inflows, and robust domestic economic data contributed towards the positive movement in the market. We expect the ongoing uptrend to continue further," said Siddhartha Khemka, Head - Retail Research, Motilal Oswal.
Asian shares shaky as investors wary before US inflation data
Asian stocks hesitated in early trade amid anticipation for a crucial U.S. inflation reading. Concerns over potential Japanese intervention lingered as the yen approached 160 per dollar. Japan and Taiwan stocks rallied, while China's market saw a slight decline. Fed comments and stable housing market data influenced rate cut expectations.
GIFT Nifty down 15 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
"We expect the market to maintain its positive momentum as we draw nearer to the event. Globally, investors would track US Consumer confidence data," said Siddhartha Khemka, Head - Retail Research, Motilal Oswal.
GIFT Nifty up 30 points; here's the trading setup for today's session
"Markets this week will take cues from global macro data points and the progress of the monsoon back home. We expect Nifty to consolidate at the current juncture with a bout of volatility amid monthly derivatives expiry," said Siddhartha Khemka, Head - Retail Research, Motilal Oswal.
Dow jumps nearly 1% amid broader market rally in countdown to inflation data
Investors anticipated remarks from Fed's Mary Daly amid discussions on sustained higher interest rates. As of 11:53 a.m. ET, the Dow Jones rose 0.88%, S&P 500 saw a slight gain, while Nasdaq dipped marginally.
Asia shares subdued as inflation, politics loom large
Asia shares subdued awaiting U.S. price data for inflation cues. Markets cautious of Japanese intervention as dollar tests 160 yen level. Geopolitical events like U.S. debate and French election add uncertainty.
Wall St Week Ahead: Rally in US big tech stocks may be getting stretched
The blistering rally in U.S. big tech stocks, particularly in the S&P 500, may be due for a breather amidst concerns of overheating, especially with Nvidia Corp's significant gains. Market segments like utilities are lagging behind tech stocks, prompting investors to consider value stocks as potential bargains.
Nvidia’s $2.1-trillion gain in 2024 bigger than Sensex 30’s m-cap
Nvidia’s m-cap exceeds the m-cap of countries like France, Canada, Germany, and Australia.
US stocks retreat with data, Fed comments in focus
Wall Street's main indexes edged lower on Monday as investors awaited fresh economic data and comments from Federal Reserve officials throughout the week for more clarity on monetary policy.
The market is blowing off what the Fed is saying about rates
The central bank’s projections for fewer rate cuts this year and Powell’s seemingly hawkish comments at his press conference on Wednesday didn’t prevent the S&P 500 Index from eclipsing 5,400 for the first time ever, which also happened on Wednesday and held through at least Friday. The benchmark is up more than 50% since hitting a bottom in October 2022, during a bear market triggered by the Fed’s drastic interest rate increases that started in March 2022 and were aimed at taming runaway inflation.
Global traders flood American markets in search for safety
International investors are flooding American markets with $30 billion in stock funds, mainly targeting US tech shares. The S&P 500 and long-dated Treasuries are outperforming global markets amid economic and political uncertainties.
5 world market themes for the week ahead
Central bank decisions in Britain, Switzerland, and Norway will show the rate cutting trend, while retail sales data from the US and China will indicate consumer health. Europe gears up for the Euros 2024 tournament in Germany. Investors are monitoring cocoa supply issues in Ivory Coast, Ghana, and other countries like Brazil.
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.
Fed outcome expectations: Markets hawk-eyed for any clues on rate easing this year
The US Federal Reserve is anticipated to announce its key policy decision, including the trajectory of interest rate cuts and navigation of the economic landscape amidst inflation concerns.
European shares rise as markets await US inflation, Fed verdict
European shares opened higher on Wednesday, supported by a drop in euro zone bond yields. Investor focus shifted to crucial events like U.S. inflation print and the Federal Reserve's monetary decision amid French political uncertainty.
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