Yearly Archives: 2024
Yen Strengthens After Ishiba Wins Leadership Vote

Written on October 1, 2024 at 6:05 am, by
Market Summary The financial markets were shaken by the unexpected victory in the Japan’s ruling party’s leadership race, which is set to replace the current Prime Minister of Japan. The win by Shigeru Ishiba, seen as favouring a more hawkish stance on monetary policy, led to a significant strengthening of the Japanese Yen, as hisContinue Reading
China Rate Cut Spurs Equity Market to Rally

Written on October 1, 2024 at 5:56 am, by
Market Summary The Chinese equity market has emerged as the standout asset class in the financial world, with the China A50 index posting its largest weekly gain in a decade and the Hang Seng Index (HK50) rising by over 12% this week. The market rally has been driven by ongoing economic stimulus measures from theContinue Reading
Dollar Strengthen Ahead of GDP Reading

Written on October 1, 2024 at 5:52 am, by
Market Summary The U.S. dollar rebounded sharply towards the $101 mark ahead of key economic data releases, including GDP and the PCE reading due on Friday. The Dollar Index (DXY), however, faces resistance between $101.00 and $100.85 at its previous fair-value gap; a break above this range could shift the current bearish outlook. Meanwhile, WallContinue Reading