Currencies
Trump Inauguration Takes Centre Stage
Market analysts at FXCM asses likely responses in major currencies and the gold price as the Trump presidency looms.
Jan 17 2017
May Slays The Pound
The British pound has tanked again ahead of Theresa May’s Brexit plan speech. Whereto from here?
Jan 16 2017
ECB: Alice In Wonderland
Kathleen Brooks of City Index dissects some of the bizarre implications stemming from late night’s ECB policy announcements.
Dec 09 2016
Previous Stories
Uridashi Maturities Could Impact On Aussie Dollar
Nov 19 2009
Upcoming maturities in the Uridashi bond market could impact on the Australian dollar in relation to both the yen and the New Zealand dollar according to CBA.
The Overnight Report: Housing Scores a ‘W’
Nov 19 2009
A sharp drop in US housing starts took any upside wind out of Wall Street’s sails last night. Dow down 11.
The Overnight Report: Break Out
Nov 17 2009
Wall Street shot into new blue sky last night on retail sales and some subtle words from the Fed. Dow up 136. (Locked for subscribers until 10:00 AEDST)
China Passing Pre-Crisis Levels
Nov 16 2009
China has made a strong start to the fourth quarter, with many number surpassing pre-GFC levels, but monetary policy is still a major question.
The Overnight Report: It’s Better To Hope Than Despair
Nov 14 2009
Stocks advance on a little upbeat retail news and hope that the recovery is gaining momentum. Dow up 0.7%.
The Overnight Report: Disinterest
Nov 13 2009
A stronger dollar and weaker oil gave Wall Street a reason to sell in a low volume session. Dow down 93.
Oz Labour Market Surprises On Upside
Nov 12 2009
Australian labour market figures for Otober were stronger than the market had expected and suggest a further 0.25% hike in the cash rate is likely when the RBA meets next month.
The Overnight Report: Still Not Convinced
Nov 12 2009
The S&P closed at a new high – just – in a day of thin volume and questionable conviction. Dow up 44.
The Overnight Report: Indecision Near The Top
Nov 11 2009
The Dow was slightly higher last night but the S&P wasn’t, again failing to mark a new high.
The Overnight Report: Cheap Money Bonanza
Nov 10 2009
As investors embrace the carry trade opportunities provided by the Fed and the G20, the Dow breaks into new territory, up 203. (Locked for subscribers until 10:00 AEDST)
