Asian markets began the week with a rare pocket of calm. Investors who had spent days watching the Strait of Hormuz, oil screens and central-bank signals found enough comfort in fresh US-Iran diplomacy to buy risk again, even if the relief looked fragile. Iranian negotiators said the first round of talks had made progress, while… Continue reading Kospi surges as US-Iran talks cool oil panic across Asian markets
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Hang Seng Index just flashed a death cross as Kospi, Nikkei 225 surge: here’s why
The Hang Seng Index continued to deviate from its global peers today, June 22, and formed two major highly bearish patterns, pointing to further downside in the near term. The index, which tracks the top Chinese companies, dropped to 23,445 on Monday, its lowest level since June last year and 16% below its all-time high.… Continue reading Hang Seng Index just flashed a death cross as Kospi, Nikkei 225 surge: here’s why
Top 4 catalysts for Japan’s Nikkei 225 Index this week
The Nikkei 225 Index continued pumping today, June 22, reaching a new all-time high of 72,639, after the US and Iran agreed on a roadmap for a deal, and as the artificial intelligence supercycle continued. It has jumped by 45% this year. This article highlights some of the top news that will drive Japanese stocks… Continue reading Top 4 catalysts for Japan’s Nikkei 225 Index this week
GBP/USD forecast: death cross nears as Keir Starmer’s resignation odds jump
The GBP/USD exchange rate came under pressure on Monday morning as investors reacted to the ongoing political uncertainty in the UK. It retreated to 1.3224, down sharply from last week’s high of 1.3460. Odds of Keir Starmer staying as Prime Minister fall The GBP/USD pair retreated sharply as investors remained concerned about the UK’s political… Continue reading GBP/USD forecast: death cross nears as Keir Starmer’s resignation odds jump
Top 3 catalysts for the S&P 500 Index this week
The S&P 500 Index remained under pressure last week after the Federal Reserve delivered a highly hawkish interest rate decision. It also wavered as investors reacted to the new ceasefire between the US and Iran, which drove energy prices lower. This article looks at some of the key catalysts for S&P 500 and the key… Continue reading Top 3 catalysts for the S&P 500 Index this week
USD/JPY: Here’s why the Japanese yen has slumped to a 40-year low
The USD/JPY exchange rate continued its strong rally last week, reaching its highest point since 1986. It peaked at 161.81, up by 15% from its lowest level in May last year, putting investors on edge as they wait for the next actions by the Bank of Japan (BoJ). USD/JPY jumps after the hawkish Fed The… Continue reading USD/JPY: Here’s why the Japanese yen has slumped to a 40-year low
Top crypto price predictions: Aerodrome, Jupiter, Aster
The crypto market remained in a consolidation mode on Sunday as demand waned following last week’s hawkish Fed decision. Bitcoin was trading at $64,400, up by 1% in the last 24 hours, while the market capitalization in the industry rose by 0.64% to $2.2 trillion. This article looks at key coins, including Aerodrome Finance (AERO),… Continue reading Top crypto price predictions: Aerodrome, Jupiter, Aster
Why a hawkish Fed isn’t scaring Wall Street
US stocks are showing surprising resilience as Wall Street increasingly abandons expectations for near-term Federal Reserve rate cuts. Several major financial institutions have recently pushed back their forecasts for monetary easing, with some now expecting the Federal Reserve to leave rates unchanged throughout 2026. Yet despite the more hawkish outlook, strategists remain broadly constructive on… Continue reading Why a hawkish Fed isn’t scaring Wall Street
Why Diageo, Heineken and Anheuser-Busch are battling falling alcohol demand
Alcohol companies have had fewer reasons to say “cheers” in recent years. Volumes have been falling, and the entire business model is undergoing a structural shakeup as younger people drink less. The downturn has been driven by a mix of structural and cyclical forces. Younger consumers are drinking less, inflation has squeezed discretionary spending, and… Continue reading Why Diageo, Heineken and Anheuser-Busch are battling falling alcohol demand