Wall Street Rally on Soft CPI
The most anticipated economic indicator of the week, the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI), was released yesterday, coming in at 2.9%, below the 3% threshold and in line with the Producer Price Index (PPI) data from the previous day. This further sign of easing inflationary pressure in the U.S. has heightened expectations that the Federal Reserve may implement its first rate cut in September.
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US CPI fell back below 3% after three years; gold surged and then fell!
The annual rate of the overall CPI in the United States in July was 2.9%, the first time it has returned to the "2-digit" since March 2021, slightly lower than the expected 3%; the monthly rate rebounded from -0.1% to 0.2% as expected. At the same time, the year-on-year growth rate of the core CPI in July fell to 3.2%, and the month-on-month growth rate rebounded from 0.1% to 0.2% as expected. After the data was released, traders lowered their expectations of a 50 basis point rate cut by the Fed
KVB Market Analysis | 15 August: Gold Prices Drop Sharply Following U.S. CPI Report and Fed Rate Cut Expectations
Spot XAU/USD dropped nearly $18, closing below $2,450, after the latest U.S. CPI report reduced hopes for a significant Fed rate cut. The CPI rose 0.2% in July, with a notable increase in rent, particularly "owner's equivalent rent," which accelerated to 0.36%, contributing to the market's disappointment.
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【MACRO Alert】OPEC+ Production Increase and Global Demand Uncertainty - Shortage and Surplus
OPEC+'s production decisions, adjustments in the U.S. refining industry, and global economic uncertainties are jointly shaping the balance of supply and demand in the oil market. Market participants need to closely monitor these dynamics to make wise investment and operational decisions. Analysts expect that if demand growth does not accelerate, OPEC+ may have to reconsider its production increase plan. At the same time, the operational adjustments of U.S. refiners and the development of the glo
The increase in the US Producer Price Index has fallen The US dollar fell significantly on Tuesday, and gold bulls have higher targets
On Tuesday (August 13th), the US dollar index plunged after PPI data boosted expectations of a Fed rate cut, ultimately closing down 0.491% at 102.62.
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Dollar Eases on Soft PPI Reading
Wall Street rallied on the soft PPI reading in the last session and the sentiment is shared in the Asian equity markets on Wednesday.
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KVB Market Analysis | 14 August: USD/JPY Stabilizes Amid Inflation Data; Technical Indicators Suggest Potential Correction
The yen weakened for the second consecutive day, while the U.S. dollar softened as markets awaited U.S. inflation data. The July U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI) rose less than expected, indicating continued easing inflation and leading to dollar weakness. Despite recent volatility caused by the yen's sharp rise, the dollar's drop to $146.98 against the yen suggests the market may have stabilized.
US PPI cooled more than expected; expectations of a Fed rate cut received another boost!
The U.S. PPI rose 2.2% year-on-year in July, lower than expected and a sharp drop from the previous value of 2.7%. Since then, traders have increased their bets on the Fed to ease policy. The decline in the U.S. PPI data is bound to affect the timing of the introduction of interest rate cuts, which is bearish for the U.S. economy and the U.S. dollar in the short term, but bullish for the U.S. dollar in the medium term.
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Gold stood at $2470; US oil rose by more than 3%!
In the Middle East, many parties believe that Iran's attack on Israel is imminent. Foreign media quoted US and Israeli officials as saying that Iran has deployed measures similar to the attack on Israel in April, but the exact time of the attack is unknown. The tension in the Middle East has pushed up the prices of gold and crude oil.
【MACRO Insight】The U.S. Market is Full of Bumps! Can It Achieve a "Soft Landing"? The Focus Will Be on Inflation and the Unveiling of Earnings Reports!
the U.S. economy and stock market are facing a series of challenges, including inflation pressure, a slowdown in consumer spending, and uncertainty about the future economic outlook. Investors and analysts are closely watching the release of economic data and corporate earnings reports to determine whether American families face greater economic pressure. At the same time, market volatility and concerns about the future economic outlook will continue to affect investors' decisions. In such a con
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