Monthly Archives: August 2024
Wall Street Dip With Looming U.S. Recession
Written on August 7, 2024 at 5:22 am, by
Market Summary The financial markets, especially the equity sector, continue to be shattered by recession fears. The U.S. equity fear index, VIX, spiked to 65.70—the highest level since the pandemic in 2020—before quickly retracing to 38. This fear weighed heavily on the equity market, with the Dow Jones closing more than 1000 points lower inContinue Reading
NFP Hammers Dollar to 4 Months Low
Written on August 5, 2024 at 5:43 am, by
Market Summary The aftermath of the Japanese yen’s strengthening has manifested in significant dips across multiple markets, including equities, commodities, and various currencies. The yen has erased all its 2024 losses against the dollar, moving towards the 145.00 mark. The dollar index (DXY) has fallen to its lowest level since March, hovering above the $103Continue Reading
Sterling Ease On BoE Rate Cut
Written on August 5, 2024 at 5:40 am, by
Market Summary The spotlight was on the Bank of England (BoE) yesterday as the market awaited its interest rate decision. The BoE’s decision to cut rates by 25 basis points came in line with market consensus, leading to a decline in the Pound Sterling, which trailed to a one-month low against the dollar. In contrast,Continue Reading
