Forex Market Report - 17/05/2024

This Forex Market Report offers an overview of critical economic and financial events that impact the global forex markets. Traders should closely monitor developments to fine-tune their trading strategies accordingly.

Forex Market Report

1. US Economic Data Releases

  • Retail Sales: Upcoming retail sales data is expected to provide insight into consumer spending trends and economic health.
  • Jobless Claims: Initial jobless claims will offer an updated view on the labour market's condition and potential shifts in employment.
  • Manufacturing PMI: The latest Manufacturing PMI figures will indicate the sector's performance and potential inflationary pressures.

2. Eurozone Developments

  • ECB Meeting Minutes: The release of the European Central Bank's meeting minutes may shed light on future monetary policy decisions.
  • Germany’s Economic Sentiment: ZEW Economic Sentiment Index for Germany will reflect investor confidence in Europe's largest economy.
  • Inflation Data: Eurozone inflation numbers are crucial for assessing the ECB’s next moves regarding interest rates.

3. UK Economic Indicators

  • GDP Growth Rate: The UK's latest GDP figures will reveal the economy's growth pace and potential recovery trajectory.
  • Inflation Rate: Updated inflation data could influence the Bank of England's stance on interest rates and monetary policy.
  • Employment Statistics: Employment and wage growth figures will provide insights into the labour market's strength and consumer spending capacity.

4. Asia-Pacific Focus

  • China’s Industrial Production: The latest data on China's industrial output will indicate the health of its manufacturing sector and broader economy.
  • Australia’s Employment Data: Employment figures will be key in understanding the strength of the labour market and potential rate decisions by the RBA.
  • Japan’s GDP: Preliminary GDP data for Japan will provide an outlook on the country's economic performance and recovery efforts.

5. Geopolitical and Market Sentiment

  • US-China Trade Relations: Developments in trade talks and policies between the US and China could impact global market sentiment and trade dynamics.
  • Middle East Tensions: Ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East might affect oil prices and market stability.
  • Equity Market Performance: Global equity markets' performance will be monitored for risk appetite and potential shifts in investor sentiment.
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AUD/USD surged, buoyed by RBA confidence and inflation growth

AUD/USD surged, buoyed by RBA confidence and inflation growth

The Australian dollar strengthened notably against the US dollar, with the AUD/USD pair reaching 0.6684. Australia’s May economic indicators from MI remained unchanged at zero compared to the previous value. Meanwhile, Australia’s weighted average consumer price index increased to 4.0% y/y from the last 3.6%, surpassing the less ambitious forecast of 3.8%.
RoboForex | 8g 55 minut temu
Dollar Strengthen on Upbeat Economic Data

Dollar Strengthen on Upbeat Economic Data

On the back of the upbeat CB Consumer Confidence reading of 100.4, several Fed governors issued hawkish comments on upcoming monetary policy, which ultimately bolstered the dollar's strength. Despite the Fed's hawkish outlook, the U.S. equity market rallied, driven by Nvidia, the AI bellwether company, which rose approximately 7%, fueling gains in the Nasdaq and S&P 500.
PU Prime | 15g 45 minut temu
Daily Global Market Update

Daily Global Market Update

Bitcoin surged 2.5% but may be overbought. Alibaba stock dipped 0.9% and is oversold. AUD/USD down slightly but could rise soon. Gold price fell 0.4% but might rebound. Oil prices dropped 1% on weak US consumer confidence. US dollar stays strong due to Fed rate cut expectations. Watch out for upcoming economic data from US, Finland, France and Japan.
Moneta Markets | 15g 46 minut temu