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UK Inflation Ticks Up in December As Core Stalls, Pound Slips Slightly
U.K. inflation edged higher in December, driven by tobacco and transport prices, while core inflation stayed flat, complicating the Bank of England’s outlook as the pound weakened slightly.
Nasdaq 100 Slides Into Correction as Iran War Fans Inflation Fears and AI Doubts Pile Pressure on a Bull Run
Donald Trump’s Iran conflict drove oil above $110, fueling inflation fears, and pressuring the Nasdaq 100 futures into correction.
Yen Jumps on Hawkish BoJ Hold; USD/JPY Rally Fades Ahead of Fed Risk Event
BoJ held rates but sounded hawkish, boosting yen; dollar weakened ahead of Fed decision amid geopolitical and tariff uncertainties.
Chinese Central Bank Keeps Key Rates Steady, Drains Liquidity in Post-Holiday Operations
PBoC holds benchmark lending rates steady and conducts large net liquidity withdrawal, signaling neutral-to-tight post-holiday monetary stance.
Long USD Bias Strengthens as New York Fed Survey Signals Expansion and Reignites Inflation Pressures
New York Fed manufacturing index stayed positive in February, signaling regional expansion, in turn tempering expectations for near-term Fed rate cuts.
US Jobless Claims Surprise to Upside but Continuing Claims Fall, Clouding Fed Rate Outlook
Mixed labor signals and steady hiring trends, alongside geopolitical risks and inflation uncertainty, are likely to keep the Federal Reserve cautious and delay potential interest rate cuts.
March’s Blockbuster Jobs Report Makes the Case for Delaying Rate Hikes as the Fed Assesses Iran War Impact
U.S. job growth rebounded strongly in March, signaling a resilient labor market that could delay Federal Reserve rate cuts despite ongoing inflation concerns and a slight decline in labor force participation.
Consumer Confidence Rebound Signals Tactical Long Opportunities in ES Futures, Dollar Strength Bias Remains
US consumer confidence rose modestly in February, reflecting improved expectations, though overall sentiment remains below recent highs.
DXY Futures Stall Ahead of Jobless Claims Data after Hawkish FOMC Minutes Fail to Deliver Follow-through Buying
DXY futures traded flat after a data- and FOMC-driven rally, with traders awaiting jobless claims and trade balance for the next directional catalyst.
Yen Futures Hover Near Key Technical Pivot as Reuters Tankan Signals Manufacturing Rebound, Services Confidence Softens
Reuters Tankan survey showed Japanese manufacturers’ sentiment improved for the first time in three months, while non-manufacturers’ confidence weakened and outlook turned cautious.
ECB Holds Rates Again, Flags Trade and Inflation Risks—EUR/USD Bias Stays Soft, Favoring Short Trades
ECB Holds Rates Again, Flags Trade and Inflation Risks—EUR/USD Bias Stays Soft, Favoring Short Trades
Richmond Fed’s Tom Barkin Flags Potential Inflation Re-Acceleration, Labor Supply Risks; Hawkish Lean Pressures Risky Bets
Barkin signals rate cuts have cushioned jobs and inflation is cooling but still above target, keeping the Fed ready to act.