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Japan inflation slows as yen flirts with 150

2023-09-29

In September, Tokyo's inflation decelerated more than anticipated, reinforcing the need for continued ultra-easy monetary policy, while the focus remains on the yen trading near the 150 level and the potential for intervention by Japanese authorities.

Oil prices are on fire

2023-09-28

WTI crude jumped nearly $1 a barrel on Thursday to its highest in more than a year as a steep drop in crude stocks in the US added to supply jitters.

Stock losses deepen on a spate of bad news

2023-09-27

The Dow fell Tuesday after the latest home sales and consumer confidence reports stoked recession concern.

Rising Treasury yields deal a new blow to gold

2023-09-26

Treasury yields surged to multi-year highs as Fed maintains 'higher for longer' rates and gov't increases bond sales to tackle deficits.

A Little Story About Funds

2023-09-25

Funds allow for diversification of investments with smaller funds, and different fund types are selected based on their risk tolerance.

Russia’s export ban ignited oil rally

2023-09-25

Oil prices rose due to a supply squeeze after Russia's fuel export ban. The Fed's indication of a year-end hike ended a three-week winning streak.

Japan’s core inflation again burns BOJ

2023-09-22

Japan's core inflation rate rose 3.1% in August from a year earlier, matching the previous month. The index has stayed above 2% for the 17th straight month.

European gas price up almost 40% on potential strike in Australia

2023-09-21

European natural gas prices surged almost 40% on Wednesday as the potential for disrupted global LNG supply from Australia spooked traders betting on further price declines.

Fed’s aggressive minutes put markets at stake

2023-09-21

The Fed expressed concerns at their last meeting on ‘significant upside risks’ to inflation though some urged caution for larger impact of tightening on economy.

No respite from Jackson Holes for stock markets

2023-09-21

Jackson Hole's annual symposium by Kansas City Fed will captivate investors as global central bankers speak.

Nvidia hit record high after strong earnings

2023-09-21

Nvidia's Q2 earnings exceeded expectations, driving a 6% after-hours stock rise. The chipmaker plays a central role in the AI computing industry.

Oil hits 90 for first time in 2023 on surprise cut extension

2023-09-21

Oil surged past $90 in 2023, reaching levels not seen since November, as Saudi Arabia and Russia prolonged supply cuts through year-end.

Worst days for yen are yet to come?

2023-09-21

Despite weak US job market and inflation, the yen remains subdued at 147.60 against the dollar, below last year's intervention threshold.

Strong dollar overlooks a likely pause

2023-09-21

Senior Fed officials signaled on Thursday that the central bank will maintain interest rates in September, despite ongoing inflation concerns.

BOJ’s comment sends yen higher

2023-09-21

The yen gained as BOJ Governor Kazuo Ueda's comments on wage increase sustainability boosted monetary tightening expectations.