Opinion – Friday 28 June 2019

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Stocks halted four days of declines as trade optimism reigned ahead of U.S.-China talks at the Group of 20 conference this weekend in Japan. Treasuries advanced. The S&P 500 headed for its best month since January, rebounding from a rout in May to leave it higher...

Opinion – Thursday 27 June 2019

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Most U.S. stocks fell as trade concerns countered strength in the tech sector. Treasuries declined with Gold after investors eased back bets on a deep cut to interest rates next month. The S&P 500 dropped for a fourth-straight day, with three stocks retreating...

Opinion – Wednesday 26 June 2019

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U.S. Equity Markets fell the most in more than three weeks as Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell warned the downside risks to the economy have increased and Trump administration officials signalled a trade deal at the Group of 20 meeting is unlikely. Treasuries...

Opinion – Tuesday 25 June 2019

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U.S. Equity Markets edged away from records as investors weighed expectations for easier monetary policy against concerns about a slowing global economy. Treasuries gained, while the US Dollar dropped. The S&P 500 fell for a second session, stalling below last...

Opinion – Monday 24 June 2019

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U.S. Equities closed lower after touching record highs as an escalation of tensions with Iran cooled last week’s rally in risk assets sparked by dovish central banks. Oil surged. The S&P 500 fell for the first time last week even after hitting a fresh intra-day...

Opinion – Friday 21 June 2019

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U.S. Equity Markets rose to a new record high, while sovereign bonds extended gains and the US Dollar slumped after central banks around the world continued a shift toward easier monetary policy. Oil surged amid rising tensions with Iran. The S&P 500 opened at an...

Opinion – Thursday 20 June 2019

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U.S. Equities rallied for a third day and yields on shorter-maturity Treasuries tumbled after the Federal Reserve struck a dovish tone in its latest policy statement. The US Dollar weakened against almost all its major peers. The benchmark S&P 500 pushed within...

Opinion – Wednesday 19 June 2019

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U.S. Equities approached all-time highs on optimism that President Donald Trump will de-escalate his trade war with China, adding to gains sparked by the ECB’s signal it is ready to cut interest rates if warranted. Treasuries and oil rallied. The S&P 500 trimmed...

Opinion – Tuesday 18 June 2019

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U.S. Equities gained, led by FANG shares, while European stocks pared losses following a mixed session in Asia as a big week for central-bank policy gets underway. Crude oil slumped for the first time in three days. Facebook, Apple, Netflix and Google parent Alphabet...

Opinion – Monday 17 June 2019

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Asian stocks were mixed at the start of a big week for central-bank policy. Treasuries edged lower. Japanese and Australian shares saw modest losses, while equities in Hong Kong climbed after the government suspended a controversial extradition bill. S&P 500...

Opinion – Friday 14 June 2019

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U.S. Equities halted a two-day slide while Treasuries rose as investors assessed the likelihood for interest-rate cuts. Oil rallied on escalating Middle East tensions. The S&P 500 Index reached a five-week high as a surprise increase in U.S. jobless...

Opinion – Thursday 13 June 2019

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U.S. tech shares slumped as concern about trade tensions blunted optimism that slower-than forecast inflation would allow the Federal Reserve to cut Interest Rates. Oil plunged to a four-month low. Chipmakers were among the worst performers as the S&P 500 Index...

Opinion – Wednesday 12 June 2019

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U.S. stocks ended their longest winning streak in two months as investors weighed the outlook for trade talks and interest rate policy. Treasuries were steady along with the US Dollar. The S&P 500 Index closed slightly lower as a drop in industrial companies...

Opinion – Tuesday 11 June 2019

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Global stocks climbed after President Donald Trump suspended plans for tariffs on Mexico. Sovereign bonds fell, along with Gold and the Japanese Yen, as demand for havens ebbed. The S&P 500 Index rose for a fifth straight session, led by chipmakers, retailers and...