Economic news

S&P 500 closes at record high in November, US NFP and Powell speech in focus
November becomes the best month of 2024 for US stocks as the post-election rally carries through.
16:41, 2 December 2024
Market Analysis: Gas price volatility continues
Natural gas futures drop on Wednesday as wilder weather is expected in the Northern hemisphere
16:33, 28 November 2024
Japanese Yen strengthens as BOJ expected to hike rates again, EUR/JPY levels to watch
The Japanese yen pushed higher as markets are starting to think the BOJ could hike rates again in December.
15:00, 27 November 2024
Market analysis: US stocks retreat as Trump issues a warning about tariffs
Us stocks retreat after Monday’s rally as Donald Trump threatens with higher tariffs
15:30, 26 November 2024
Nvidia tipped to deliver strong growth in Q3, markets focus on outlook for chip demand
Nvidia will deliver its fiscal Q3, 2025 results after Wall Street’s closing bell on November 20, 2024.
10:40, 19 November 2024
Australian jobs data expected to point to solid labour market conditions
Australian labour market and wage data to reveal job growth resilience, shaping RBA rate cut expectations and impacting AUD amidst global economic shifts.
10:09, 13 November 2024
FOMC cuts interest rates as expected and sticks to its line on future policy
The FOMC cut interest rates by 25 basis points at its November meeting, aligning with expectations. Wall Street hit record highs following the decision, with tech stocks leading the rally. Markets are pricing in a probable December cut amid resilient economic indicators.
13:25, 8 November 2024
RBA meeting preview: No change to policy expected as inflation fight continues
The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to keep its cash rate on hold at 4.35% when it announces its policy decision at 2.30PM on the 5th of November, 2024. Despite ongoing evidence of soft demand, upside risks to inflation are likely to remain the central bank’s primary concern.
13:26, 4 November 2024
US earnings seasons off to a solid start as focus shifts to tech giants
The US earnings season has started on a positive note, with major banks exceeding expectations and boosting market sentiment.Key themes for the sector include investments in artificial intelligence, capital expenditure returns, and consumer trends in advertising and e-commerce.
14:27, 17 October 2024
Australian labour force data forecast to reveal stable jobs market
Australia's labour market remained stable in September 2024, with the unemployment rate forecast to hold at 4.2%, supported by a 25,200 person rise in employment. Despite the economy teetering on the edge of recession, strong hiring trends persist, challenging market economists' predictions.
07:37, 15 October 2024