Performance of U.S. Stock Markets: High Volatility and Cautious Optimism
U.S. stock markets have experienced high volatility since the beginning of this year due to uncertainty surrounding monetary, fiscal, and trade policies from U.S. authorities. However, despite this, there has been a sense of optimism in recent weeks, as the VIX index declined to 14.74 points on Friday, February 14, its lowest level in three […]
Overview of Key Economic Events from Last Week
Last week saw the release of major economic data in the United States. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose by 3.0% year-on-year, surpassing expectations, while the Producer Price Index (PPI) grew by 3.5%. On the other hand, retail sales fell by 0.9%, marking the largest decline since March 2023, impacted by severe weather conditions and […]
Oil Prices Continue to Decline: What Are the Key Factors?
Crude oil prices continue to decline for the third consecutive session, recording $74.10 yesterday after reaching $77.25 three days ago. Currently, oil prices are hovering near $75.00 amid prevailing uncertainty in the oil market, which is influenced by several mixed factors. Positive Factors Supporting Oil Prices: The voluntary production cuts by the OPEC+ alliance, reducing […]
The US Dollar Continues to Rise Against the Swiss Franc: Swiss Economic Challenges vs. US Strength
The US dollar against the Swiss franc continues its upward trend, reaching 0.9154 yesterday and currently hovering around 0.9100 levels. Recent Swiss economic data shows that the Swiss economy is indeed facing weakness, as: • The Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for January decreased, showing a contraction of 47.5 points, which is lower than expectations (49.0) […]
European Stocks Hit Record Highs: Performance Analysis and Key Drivers
European stock indices have surged to record highs, posting significant gains since the beginning of the year. The CAC40 index in France has risen by 8%, the DAX in Germany by 10%, the FTSE100 in the UK by 7%, and the STOXX600 by 8%. The positive momentum for these indices appears to be continuing in […]
Overview of Last Week’s Key Economic Events
Last week saw mixed global economic performance. The U.S. economy presented varied data, with rising jobless claims and increasing oil inventories, counterbalanced by improvements in both manufacturing and services PMI indices. However, job reports and consumer confidence declined. The unemployment rate dropped to 4.0%, while average hourly earnings grew by 4.1% year-over-year. In the Eurozone, […]
Continuation of Silver’s Upward Trend: Causes and Future Expectations
Silver continues its upward trend, reaching $32.55 two days ago, its highest level since November 6, 2024, and is currently trading near $32. The biggest challenge lies in reaching and breaking through the $34.87 level, which was the highest recorded last year, specifically on October 22, 2024. Notably, silver has gained approximately 11% since the […]
The Recent Decline in the U.S. Dollar Against the Japanese Yen: A Look at the Latest Levels and Forecasts
The U.S. dollar recorded an exchange rate of 151.80 against the Japanese yen today, marking its lowest level since December 12, 2024. Currently, it is trading near 152.00, with negative momentum prevailing in the near term due to several fundamental and technical factors. Fundamental Factors: Increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI): The headline CPI […]
Diverging Monetary Policies and Yield Gaps: Factors Pressuring the Euro Against the Dollar
The euro recorded a price of 1.0210 against the US dollar on Monday, its lowest level since January 13, 2025, when it reached 1.0178. It is currently trading near 1.0300 levels. The negative momentum of the EUR/USD pair appears to dominate the upcoming phase, driven by several fundamental and technical factors. Fundamental Factors: The European […]
U.S. Tariffs Add Pressure on the Chinese Yuan
The U.S. dollar to Chinese yuan (USD/CNY) exchange rate reached 7.3662 yesterday, marking its highest level since December 31, 2024. The pair is currently trading near 7.3300 and has risen approximately 6% since its low on September 27, 2024, when it hit 6.9691, before reaching yesterday’s peak of 7.3662. Chinese Economic Weakness Persists Despite Government […]
