EUR/USD holds steady near 1.0800 after German sentiment data
EUR/USD stays in a consolidation phase at around 1.0800 on Tuesday after closing in positive territory on Monday. The upbeat ZEW sentiment data from Germany fails to provide a boost to the Euro as investors await producer inflation data from the US and Fed Chairman Powell's speech.
GBP/USD drops below 1.2550 after UK jobs data
GBP/USD struggles to build on Monday's gains and trades in the red below 1.2550 in the European session on Tuesday. The data from the UK showed that the Unemployment Rate edged higher to 4.3% in the three months to March as forecast, failing to help Pound Sterling find demand.
Gold price edges higher ahead of US PPI data, Fed’s Powell speech
The gold price (XAU/USD) rebounds despite the consolidation of the US Dollar (USD) on Tuesday. The upside of yellow metal might be limited as traders might wait on the sidelines ahead of key US inflation data this week.
Ethereum knocking at support’s door
Crypto market capitalisation rose 0.8% over the past 24 hours to 2.2 trillion, but growth exceeded 2% for most of the period. However, it dipped at the start of active European trading, temporarily returning to levels of a day ago.
Entering a crucial run of data for financial markets
We are entering a crucial period for financial markets and forecasters as Americans' near-term inflation expectations rise again. Upcoming reports on the CPI and PPI for April, along with new data on retail sales and industrial production, will provide valuable insights.
DEEPER DIVE
Like there’s no tomorrow: Unpacking consumer credit
The recent run-up in revolving debt combined with the much higher financing costs raises doubts about the ability of credit to continue to make up for the shortfall between modest real income growth and aspirational spending.
Inventories are quiet, a little too quiet
The economy is in the midst of an unusually calm stretch with respect to inventory investment. It is like the point in the scary movie when someone points out that all the forest creatures have gotten quiet.
Softer growth, cooler inflation and rate cuts remain on the horizon
Economic growth in the United States appears to be in solid shape. Although real GDP growth came in well below consensus expectations and amounted to just 1.6% annualized in Q1-2024.
FXS Signals
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Gold price edges higher ahead of US PPI data, Fed’s Powell speech
The Gold price rebounds despite the consolidation of the USD on Tuesday. The upside of yellow metal might be limited as traders might wait on the sidelines ahead of key US inflation data this week.
Technical analysis: Gold price maintains a positive outlook
The Gold price edges higher on the day. The yellow metal keeps the bullish vibe unchanged as XAU/USD remains above the key 100-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA) on the four-hour chart. The upward momentum is reinforced by the 14-day RSI, which is in the bullish zone at 52.70.
CRYPTOCURRENCIES
GameStop, GME, shorts lose over $1 billion in mark-to-market losses on Monday amid meme-stock demand
GameStop short-sellers have lost $1 billion in the first hour of trading on Monday after 2,200% surge. Multiple exchanges reportedly had trouble processing orders following GameStop rally, GME paused due to volatility x3.
JUP price primed for a liftoff as Jupiter Exchange introduces LFG round 3 candidates
After a successful second round in May, the Jupiter Exchange has introduced candidates for its third launchpad (LFG). The Solana-based decentralized exchange (DEX) has been holding LFG votes to identify projects that will debut on its platform.
Top meme coins post gains following increased social activity amid GameStop pump
Meme coins in the crypto market saw impressive gains on Monday following a recent surge in GameStop stock. The increased attention surrounding these tokens signifies a potential resumption of the meme coin frenzy of March.
US Senators raise grave concerns over DOJ's policies towards cryptocurrency asset providers
Senators Ron Wyden and Cynthia Lummis wrote to the Attorney General to express worries over new policies on money transmission. The DOJ has continued to take strict measures against crypto asset software services over the last few months, says Senators.
THE STOCK OF THE DAY
GameStop Stock News: Roaring Kitty meme sends meme stocks soaring Premium
Keith Gill returns to social media after three-year hiatus. GameStop stock soars over 100% on the news on top of early May rally. Analysts say Monday's gains might mean $500 million loss for short-sellers. AMC, BlackBerry, Koss also see gains on meme stock euphoria.
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WEEKLY FORECAST
EUR/USD: A better mood puts pressure on the US Dollar Premium
The EUR/USD pair seesawed in a tight range just above the 1.0700 threshold for most of the week, with the US Dollar (USD) finally giving up and extending its slide while heading into the weekly close.
GBP/USD: Pound Sterling loses strength as BoE opens door to summer rate cut Premium
The British Pound (GBP) traded in a choppy fashion and struggled to extend gains seen in the previous couple of weeks against the USD, prompting GBP/USD to recoup ground lost in the first half of the week and flirt with the key 200-day SMA around 1.2540 on Friday.
US Dollar: Greenback regains strength, snapping two straight weeks of losses Premium
A tepid recovery during the week led to a bounce of the US Dollar (USD) to the area beyond the 105.00 barrier when gauged by the USD Index (DXY), reversing two consecutive weeks of negative price action.
Gold: Bulls return and aim for record highs Premium
Spot Gold price (XAU/USD) heads into the weekly close posting solid gains and changing hands at around $2,360 a troy ounce. XAU/USD struggled for direction, spending most of the week hovering between $2,300 and $2,330.
Bitcoin: Why BTC is close to a bottom
Bitcoin (BTC) price efforts of a recovery this week have been countered by selling pressure during the onset of the American session. However, the downside potential appears to have been capped.
Week ahead – US inflation numbers to shake Fed rate cut bets
Fed rate-cut speculators rest hopes on US inflation data. After dovish BoE, pound traders turn to UK job numbers. Will a strong labor market convince the RBA to hike? More Chinese data on tap amid signs of slow Q2 start.