Tag: Inflation

Inflation is a process of price increase over time in the economy. This topic is getting ever more important these days, which is a reason why we inform on it regularly.

The “Fed may hike more” sentiment continues

Fed continues to be the main US market mover, sparking renewed hiking sentiments. The dollar enjoys the ride.
Palladium sinks to 3-year lows amid hawkish Fed wagers
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Palladium sinks to 3-year lows amid hawkish Fed wagers

The industrial commodity, palladium, continues in its downtrend, falling to fresh cycle lows.
EUR/GBP snaps seven days of losses, jumps after UK CPI
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EUR/GBP snaps seven days of losses, jumps after UK CPI

It looks like the bearish streak could be over and the euro might start appreciating again.
US inflation slows down – but the expectation was not met
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US inflation slows down – but the expectation was not met

Markets react to the fresh CPI data with volatility. Fed hints hikes for longer, even possible higher terminal rate to bring the inflation down to 2%.

Nasdaq jumps up and down as US CPI beats expectations

This week's headline data have failed to derail the bullish mood in US stocks.
GBP/USD ticks higher after UK jobs market, awaits US inflation numbers
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GBP/USD ticks higher after UK jobs market, awaits US inflation numbers

Today's UK data supported the Pound; however, the major event of Tuesday will be the US inflation announcement.

Gold fears inflation – will the new US release send yellow metal down?

Fed did not persuade investors of its optimistic rate policy and markets closely watch Tuesday's inflation data from the U.S.

USD/JPY jumps as BoJ’s news sent JPY lower

The BoJ's new leader announcement this week could lead to further losses for the JPY.
Macro data slashed the crude oil down – can it go lower?
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Macro data slashed the crude oil down – can it go lower?

Last week was not very good for crude oil. Fed, OPEC, and fear of recession negatively affected the black gold, which went under $73.
Should gold be in your investment portfolio?
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Should gold be in your investment portfolio?

This article discusses the benefits and risks of investing in gold and whether you should have gold in your portfolio.

ECB rates got hiked by another 50 basis points – is the CB indecisive?

The European Central Bank hiked the rates by expected 50 basis points. However, it seems it will, instead of slowing down, hike fewer times.

Wage increases are the highest in decades – is the economy in danger?

Wage hikes have lately been at their highest in over 20 years. Here's why it may pose a risk to the global economy.