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News
Surging gilt yields weigh on the FTSE 100
There’s been a slightly more positive bias for markets in Europe today although the FTSE 100 is underperforming a touch with housebuilders getting hit on the back of a surge in gilt yields
28 Sep 2023
Germany flash inflation set to slow sharply in September
European markets lost ground for the third day in a row yesterday, with the DAX languishing near six-month lows, while the FTSE 100 struggled, slipping to its lowest level in almost two weeks.
Wall Street mixed as bond yields continue to bite, energy shines
US stocks finished mixed, with the Dow extending losses, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq managed to inch up as surging bond yields continued to weigh on the equity markets.
27 Sep 2023
European markets languish near the lows of the week
European markets have struggled for gains today, with the DAX languishing at 6-month lows, while the FTSE100 has struggled slipping back towards this week’s lows.
Firmer yields continue to weigh on equity markets
European markets underwent another negative session yesterday, with the DAX and CAC 40 slipping to their lowest levels in 6-months, as firmer yields and stagflation concerns kept markets on the back foot.
US stocks tumble on economic concerns as VIX spikes
Wall Street sank on a broad-based selloff following concerned economic data, with the S&P 500 tumbling to the lowest since early June
26 Sep 2023
FTSE 100 outperforms while DAX hits new 6-month lows
It’s been another negative session for European markets, with the DAX pushing ever closer to six-month lows, as the technical break below the 200-day SMA continues to accelerate away.
Asia weakness set to see Europe open lower
European markets got off to a poor start to the week yesterday as concerns around sticky inflation, and low growth (stagflation), or recession served to push yields higher.
Wall Street finishes higher despite spiking bond yields
Wall Street bounced off a session low and finished higher despite surging Treasury yields as markets tried to rebound from a three-week losing streak.
25 Sep 2023
Stagflation concerns push Germany's Dax index towards 6-month lows
European markets have got the week off to a poor start as concerns around sticky inflation, and low growth (stagflation), or recession have served to push yields higher and equity markets lower.
Lower open expected for European markets
Last week the FTSE100 pushed up to its best level since late May before finishing the week slightly lower. Unlike its peers in the US and in Europe the FTSE100 is on course to finish the month higher
APAC Week Ahead: Risk off prevails
Wall Street led the global markets to close in a sea of red last week as the Fed’s stubborn hawkish stance rattled the markets and sent the US government bond yields soaring to a fresh 16-year high
24 Sep 2023
Stock markets a sea of red amid surging bond yields
The global stock markets were hit by the Fed’s hawkish stance as government bond yields surged, pressing on equity valuations.
21 Sep 2023
US stocks fall following Fed’s hawkish pause, Instacart slides
The US stock markets continued to slip after the Fed held the interest rate at 5.50% unchanged but signalled one more increase and brought the fund rate to 5.6% this year.
20 Sep 2023
Wall Street extends losses as yields bite, Instacart jumps on debut
Wall Street fell for the third straight trading day as the US bond yields continued to climb ahead of the Fed rate decision tomorrow
19 Sep 2023
Instacart set to debut following Arm’s success
The largest grocery-delivery business in the US, Instacart, is primed for its debut at the US market open on Tuesday.
US stocks marginally higher ahead of the Fed decision, Instacart is set to debut
Wall Street finishes marginally higher to kick off the week ahead of major central banks’ decisions this week.
18 Sep 2023
Analysis
The Forces Shaping AUD/USD, USD/JPY, GBP/USD
In our Trend Tracker series this week, we look at major forces at play in three key pairs: the AUD/USD, USD/JPY and GBP/USD.
Upcoming indices dividend drop points
View the estimated indices dividend drop points* for the week commencing Monday, 25 September 2023.
22 Sep 2023
Amazon Stock Is Up 58% This Year, Here's Why It Might Go Even Higher
Here are the reasons why Amazon is still attracting the attention of investors today despite being already up 58% this year.
Klaviyo is set to debut at an IPO price of $30
In the wake of Arm and Instacart’s success on their IPOs, the marketing firm, Kyaviyo, priced the IPO at $30
Arm is set to debut as the biggest IPO of the year. Here is all you need to know
The SoftBank-owned chip designer, Arm, has finally come to its debut day after a long waiting period.
14 Sep 2023
What are ESG stocks? And how to invest?
ESG stocks have become popular as they often provide a higher degree of security compared to other traditional stocks.
13 Sep 2023
Chart of the week: Has USD/JPY peaked?
With the Japanese Yen slumping against the US dollar towards a key psychological level of 150, bets for a BOJ’s intervention have been increasingly strengthened
12 Sep 2023
Trend Tracker: Charting a big week ahead
Trend Tracker is a video series for traders seeking in-depth technical analysis and valuable charting insights. Join us as we unravel the factors shaping the trajectory of key instruments.
11 Sep 2023
US non-farm payrolls webinar recording: 1 September 2023
Watch the recording of our latest US non-farm payrolls webinar, with expert insights from our chief market analyst Michael Hewson.
02 Sep 2023
Microsoft Buying Activision Blizzard: Updates on the $68.7B Deal
With billions invested in Activision Blizzard, Berkshire Hathaway is bullish for the $68.7B Microsoft-Activision Blizzard acquisition deal. Here’s why.
31 Aug 2023
Japanese Yen News & Forecast: Will the Yen Continue to Weaken?
Will the Japanese yen weaken or strengthen? From deflation to monetary easing, here's all you need to know about Japanese yen news and potential forecasts.
29 Aug 2023
What Is BRICS: How the BRICS Summit Might Impact Markets
What is BRICS' relation to the G7 bloc beyond being their geopolitical rival? Here's all you need to know about BRICS and their latest BRICS Summit.
28 Aug 2023
Charts of the week: S&P 500, ASX 200, and Hang Seng Index
A weekly trending analysis for S&P 500, ASX 200, and Hang Seng Index
Crucial price levels to watch for AUD/USD, USD/JPY, EUR/USD (Forex Technical Analysis)
Welcome to CMC’s Trend Tracker, a video series for traders seeking in-depth technical analysis and valuable charting insights. Join us as we unravel the factors shaping the trajectory of key instruments.
What are bonds? How do they impact financial markets?
Global stock markets saw sharp retreats in August amid re-rampant bond yields and China’s economic uncertainties.
24 Aug 2023
What Is the Jackson Hole Fed Meeting: Why It May Shift Markets
Interested in the Jackson Hole Fed meeting's potential impact on financial markets? Here's all you'll need to know about the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium.
23 Aug 2023
Could These Best Money Market ETFs Prove Cash Is King?
Learn about capital preservation with these best money market ETFs that let you park idle funds while earning modest returns thanks to low-risk investments.
18 Aug 2023
