Kyle Rodda

Bitcoin hits $80,000 amid expectations of fiscal stimulus, lower regulatory risks, and resilient US economy.

Australian labour market and wage data to reveal job growth resilience, shaping RBA rate cut expectations and impacting AUD amidst global economic shifts.

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.

Global fintech sees trading volumes rise by 20% in Q3, plans to fill 200 new tech roles in the next 12 months

Both the Federal Reserve and the Bank of England are expected to cut rates further when they meet later this week.

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.

As the US elections get closer we look at how Trump’s tariff plans could affect markets.

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.

Markets are convinced the European Central Bank (ECB) will cut rates by 25 basis points again at Thursday’s meeting.

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.