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Equities remain strong after modest CPI figures

Equities remain strong after modest CPI figures   The global equities market remains solid after modest CPI and inflation figures were recorded for the most recent month in the USA. The Dow Jones closed the week 2.00% higher, the S&P500 2.67% and the Nasdaq 4.55% as risk sentiment improved. The country recorded negative m/m growth o...

January 16, 2023
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The US equities market at a tipping point after CPI data

The US markets are at a tipping point after CPI figures point to slowing growth and a potential pivot from the Federal reserve. The US released its updated CPI figures overnight as the data pointed to lower inflation and slowing growth. The Federal reserve may be buoyed by this data as it highlights that its interest rate hikes have been working to...

January 13, 2023
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TSMC posts strong Q4 results – the stock is rising

TSMC posts strong Q4 results – the stock is rising Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (NYSE: TSM) reported Q4 financial results before the market open in the US on Thursday. The Taiwanese company reported revenue of $20.554 billion for Q4, falling slightly short of Wall Street estimate of $20.574 billion. TSMC reported ea...

January 13, 2023
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Bitcoin showing early signs of another sell off?

Bitcoin had a tumultuous 2022 with the leading cryptocurrency seeing an aggressive sell off. Lead by catalyst such including the collapse of Celsius and exchange FTX, the price of the dropped 65% from 50,000 USD to $17,000. The collapse of the large players within the cryptocurrency sphere sent shockwaves as institutions and retailers pulled their ...

January 12, 2023
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2022 was the worst year ever for Bonds so will 2023 be better?

2022 was the worst year ever for Bonds so will 2023 be better? Government bonds, thought as the safest investment had their worst yearly performance ever in 2022 according to analysis conducted by Edward McQuarrie professor at Santa Clara University. When referring to the performance of bonds it is specifically considering the decrease in price of...

January 11, 2023
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What is going on with Tesla’s share price?

What is going on with Tesla’s share price? Tesla is now one of the world’s most recognisable brands and companies. A leader in technology and pioneer of the electric vehicle space. The company has become a beacon of hope for the charge against climate change and move towards a more a carbon friendly future. At the centre of the company is its ...

January 10, 2023
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Aussie dollar continues Santa rally into 2023

The Aussie dollar has been on a tear in recent weeks as a weaker USD and thoughts of a pivot in US interest rate hikes has seen the Aussie bounce from its lows near $0.62. The Australian dollar and economy have benefited from the improved strength in commodity prices such as Gold and Iron ore which are important players in Australia’s economy. In...

January 10, 2023
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CHFJPY sees potential bottom and short-term reversal

    The JPY had seen some renewed strength after the Bank of Japan finally intervened late in 2022 to widen its target band on its 10-year band to -0.5-0.5% from -0.25-0.25%. This was seen as an overall positive catalyst for the currency and a sign that the Bank may be ready to increase rates. The question that remains is will th...

January 9, 2023
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Week Ahead: Market shows early signs of reversal ahead of CPI

Market shows early signs of reversal ahead of CPI   The equities market began the 2023 calendar year with some late momentum as the US employment data came back softer than expected. Wage growth grew less then with a 0.3% rise vs a 0.4% expected rate. Although the unemployment rate continues to drop. The market took the overall figures a...

January 9, 2023
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2022: A review of the performance of the Stock market and a chance for a rebound in 2023?

It has been a tough year across equity markets in 2022. Most markets emerged from the Covid 19 pandemic with strong rebounds only to be hit with geopolitical conflicts and record high inflation levels. The US indices had one of their worst years indices in history. With higher interest rates causing many of the country’s growth company’s and...

December 22, 2022
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Why you need to understand this market concept to improve your trading: Market Correlation

Why you need to understand this market concept to improve your trading: Market Correlation For new traders and experienced traders, it can be daunting trying to find the best assets to trade. Whether it be equities, foreign exchange or indices, traders should be trying to have as many factors pointing in their favour as possible when entering a ...

December 21, 2022
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Why you need to know about Expected Value

Many traders early on in their trading journey may jump into trading without knowing if their system or edge can be profitable. The most important metric that a trader should measure their system on is by using expected value. This essentially wors out the average return that the system will return for every trade that it makes, considering both wi...

December 21, 2022
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US stocks see mild gains, Yen surges, dollar dumps after BoJ surprise

US indices managed to finish in the green after breaking a four-day losing streak despite the BoJ roiling risk markets with an unexpected change to their YCC mechanism. US Dow futures were down over 250 points in the pre-market but after an impressive come back the Dow eked out a 92 point gain (+0.28%) A notable mover on in the US stock mark...

December 21, 2022
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USDJPY tanks as Bank of Japan adjusts its threshold for intervention

The USDJPY has dropped more than 400 pips in just a few minutes after the Bank of Japan brought adjusted its intervention criteria. The bank did not change its official rate, which are -0.10%, an extremely low figure compared to almost every other country. Japan has been a show of dovishness in a sea of hawkishness. However, this latest move has be...

December 20, 2022
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US equities sink for 4th straight session as Santa Claus rally fizzles

US Stocks continued the sell-off from last week with the Tech heavy Nasdaq leading losses on rate and growth jitters with all three major US indexes hitting 6-week lows. Equity bulls were hoping to see the traditional end of year rally materialise, with the week running up to Christmas being positive or unchanged 15 of the last 20 years, but...

December 20, 2022
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