May 18 2023 🕓 5 min
Are we in a recession? The answer may surprise you
People may panic when the times are bad, but things like a long-term strategy and cash on hand can prevent people from behaving irrationally.
Market Movers
May 12 2023
NZD weakens on all fronts
The New Zealand dollar (NZD) fell on all fronts on Friday. NZD/USD is down 1.4% and NZD/JPY dropped 1.2%, while GBP/NZD is up 1.3%.
May 12 2023
Inflation levels update
The annual inflation rate in India dropped from 5.6% in March to 4.7% in April. Brazil’s inflation fell from 4.6% to 4.1%. However, inflation in Spain accelerated from 3.3% to 4.1%, and France’s inflation jumped from 5.7% to 5.9%.
May 12 2023
Mark Cuban praises AI
The potential of AI, according to Mark Cuban, is “beyond anything I’ve ever seen,” and he compared ChatGPT to the early days of the internet. Cuban has a straightforward piece of advice for businesses: join the AI race or perish. Cuban stated, “There are two types of companies in the world: those who are great at AI and everyone else.”
January 19 2023 🕓 3 min
Weaker US dollar reflects on Thursday’s trading
Stocks and US dollar closed in the red on Thursday as US reports dismal data. Traders think Fed will keep its hawkish mood.
January 19 2023 🕓 10 min
Global outlook for 2023: what to expect from markets and central banks
Central banks are motivated to keep interest rates high, which could send assets lower. However, a relief rally could occur.
January 17 2023 🕓 3 min
Quarterly results were the main market movers on Tuesday
Tuesday brought quarterly results of several financial and other corporate giants’, stirring up the stock market.
January 17 2023 🕓 3 min
A good day for European stocks during US holiday
With the US stock market closed, there was not much volatility or volume to bring home about on Monday. But the euro is set for a new move up.
January 14 2023 🕓 6 min
Building an investment portfolio – 5 easy steps
Are you ready to set up an investment portfolio? This article can help you with the basic necessities when constructing a basket of investment assets.
January 12 2023 🕓 3 min
Focus on central banks: BoE will hike rates despite a recession
It looks like the BoE's mission to stabilize inflation will get more challenging in 2023 as a deep and long recession is expected in the UK.
January 11 2023 🕓 4 min
Market is ready for CPI – calm before the storm?
One day remaining before traders get fresh inflation data. Will it spark volatility?
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Focus on central banks: will ECB create havoc in Europe in 2023?
The ECB is expected to continue raising rates, although the terminal rate will likely stop at half the Fed's rate.
January 10 2023 🕓 3 min
Markets await fresh inflation data – volatility incoming?
Traders are taking a break from buy and sell battles as market is eagerly awaiting the first inflation data day of 2023.
January 10 2023 🕓 3 min
Focus on central banks: BoJ with major change in 2023
We might see some changes in Japan's monetary policy this year, likely strengthening the JPY against the USD.
January 9 2023 🕓 4 min
Tech rallies after a horrible week – is sentiment turning positive?
Second week of 2023 starts on a more positive note as traders weigh in Fed's lower hike. China re-opens borders again.
January 9 2023 🕓 4 min
Focus on central banks: what to expect from Fed in 2023?
This year, investors are expecting the Federal Reserve to be more cautious with its monetary policy. But will it?