The week begins on a risk-off note

Markets are starting the week on a firmer footing as a pause in Middle East hostilities pushes oil prices lower and eases inflation concerns. The move follows a cautious week for investors, with concerns about AI spending, rising bond yields and escalating geopolitical tensions w ...  Show more

As Europe faces increasingly frequent and severe heatwaves, the implications extend far beyond discomfort. The rising temperatures are creating urgent challenges with regard to public health, economic resilience, and urban infrastructure. What does a warmer world mean for the way ...  Show more

Send us Fan MailPCE inflation to grab attention on Friday as Fed signals higher for longer. But markets might be more worried about a government shutdown. Eurozone flash CPIs will also be the in the spotlight on Friday. Chinese PMIs to be watched for recovery signs.Risk Warning: ...  Show more

Send us Fan MailMarkets have been left somewhat bruised from a fresh round of hawkish gunfire from central bank chiefs so nerves are running high ahead of the June jobs report out of America. The ISM PMIs and the Fed meeting minutes are also expected to send speculation about a J ...  Show more

Send us Fan MailWith investors flirting with the idea of one final Fed rate increase this summer and the dollar making a comeback, there will be increased emphasis on the next round of US employment data on Friday. Debt ceiling negotiations will also be front and center as the cl ...  Show more

Send us Fan MailAll eyes on US inflation data today, could influence Fed decision. Dollar slips, sterling jumps after jobs data, stocks power higher. China cuts interest rates, crash in oil prices warns of soft demand.Risk Warning: Our services involve a significant risk and can ...  Show more