Japan's largest insurer to raise expected interest rates for the first time in 40 years
This is but another sign that perhaps things are starting to change in Japan with the BOJ looking to hold interest rates at a higher level amid their recent policy shift. Nippon Life Insurance is now reportedly set to raise the expected interest rates for its annuities and whole life insurance for the first time in 40 years.
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 02:37:39 -0500
US Money Markets Now Put Probability of 25 bps Fed Rate Cut in December at Only 50%
Geopolitical developments keep hijacking headlines. Risk sentiment improved at the start of yesterday's trading session on talk that Russian president Putin would be open to talks on a ceasefire deal in Ukraine with the US.
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 02:33:57 -0500
Euro Area Consumer Confidence Out Today
Today, in the euro area we receive data on consumer confidence for November. We have seen a strong upward trend the past year, which bodes well for consumption next year if it continues.
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 02:29:25 -0500
United Kingdom Public Sector Net Borrowing: £17.354B (October) vs £16.613B
United Kingdom Public Sector Net Borrowing: £17.354B (October) vs £16.613B
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 02:02:30 -0500
United Kingdom Public Sector Net Borrowing: £17.4B (October) vs £16.613B
United Kingdom Public Sector Net Borrowing: £17.4B (October) vs £16.613B
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 02:02:04 -0500
Turkey Consumer Confidence down to 79.8 in November from previous 80.6
Turkey Consumer Confidence down to 79.8 in November from previous 80.6
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 02:01:59 -0500
United Kingdom Public Sector Net Borrowing dipped from previous £16.613B to £-17.4B in October
United Kingdom Public Sector Net Borrowing dipped from previous £16.613B to £-17.4B in October
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 02:01:33 -0500
Sweden Capacity Utilization dipped from previous 0.6% to -0.9% in 3Q
Sweden Capacity Utilization dipped from previous 0.6% to -0.9% in 3Q
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 02:00:03 -0500
US Dollar Price Forecast: The bullish outlook remains in play near 106.50
US Dollar Price Forecast: The bullish outlook remains in play near 106.50
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 01:31:17 -0500
Fed's Williams sees inflation cooling and interest rates falling further
In a Barron's interview published on Thursday, New York Federal Reserve Bank (Fed) President John Williams said that he “sees inflation cooling and interest rates falling further.”
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 01:26:00 -0500
Natural Gas and Oil Forecast: Will OPEC+ Output Cuts Delay Price Recovery?
Geopolitical risks and rising U.S. inventories challenge oil recovery as OPEC+ debates delaying production increases.
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 01:15:37 -0500
BoJ's Ueda: We decide monetary policy meeting by meeting on basis of information available
More comments flowing in from Bank of Japan (BoJ) Governor Kazuo Ueda, as he now speaks on the monetary policy and the exchange rate value.
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 01:08:00 -0500
Dollar Upside On The Cards Amid Geopolitical Tensions, Cautious Fed And Solid US Economic Data, Says Expert
As geopolitical tensions escalate in the Middle East, Ukraine has launched U.K.-made Storm Shadow missiles into Russia and the Kremlin has loosened its policy for using nuclear weapons. However, Russian President Vladimir Putin said he is open to a peace deal brokered by President-elect Donald Trump.
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 01:00:58 -0500
ECB's Villeroy: Balance of risks on growth and inflation is shifting to the downside
Speaking at a conference in Tokyo on Thursday, European Central Bank (ECB) policymaker Francois Villeroy de Galhau said that “the balance of risks on growth and inflation is shifting to the downside.”
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 00:49:38 -0500
Netherlands, The Consumer Confidence Adj down to -25 in November from previous -22
Netherlands, The Consumer Confidence Adj down to -25 in November from previous -22
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 00:30:03 -0500
Netherlands, The Unemployment Rate s.a (3M) unchanged at 3.7% in October
Netherlands, The Unemployment Rate s.a (3M) unchanged at 3.7% in October
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 00:30:02 -0500
BOJ Ueda says will 'seriously' take into account FX impact on economy, prices
Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Thursday the central bank will "seriously" take into account foreign exchange-rate moves in compiling its economic and price forecasts.
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 00:23:36 -0500
BoJ's Ueda: Technological advancements bring new risks to financial stability
Bank of Japan (BoJ) Governor Kazuo Ueda doesn't touch upon monetary policy and economic outlook during his scheduled appearance on Thursday.
Thu, 21 Nov 2024 00:18:14 -0500
ICYMI - OPEC+ could further extend voluntary cuts at its December meeting
OPEC+ is scheduled to meet on December 1. Reuters (out overnight) cite unnamed sources for info: It may push back output increases when it meets on Dec. 1 due to weak global oil demand according to three OPEC+ sources familiar with the discussions Ministers last shelved the increase for a month when they met virtually on Nov. 3 Two other OPEC+ sources said it was too early to say what the group will decide.
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 23:30:44 -0500
China's government advisers advocate for 2025 growth target of around 5%
Four Chinese government advisers advocated for a 2025 growth target of around 5%, similar to this year, Reuters reported on Thursday.
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 23:28:00 -0500