Topic: Foreign Exchange

Global macro forces are creating uncertainty in financial markets due to geopolitical tensions, Chinese stimulus, rising commodity prices, a stronger US dollar, and shifting interest rate expectations. Inflation risks are heightened by supply chain disruptions and conflicts.

A week after the Fed encouraged markets, China’s policy easing has fueled further gains. US and European equities hit record highs, while Chinese stocks saw their biggest rally since 2008. Investors now await crucial US labor data to gauge the next Fed move.

Global equity markets approach record highs as investors move from the US dollar to riskier assets. The Fed’s 50 basis point rate cut, while Japan and the UK take diverging policy paths.

Investors are eyeing a possible 50 basis point rate cut by the Fed, despite mixed inflation data. The US dollar has weakened amid dovish expectations, while global equities recover and bond yields fall.

Global equities fell as bond yields and the US dollar weakened on mixed economic date from the US, Europe, and China. The S&P 500 dropped 2.6%, marking its first decline in over a month. The Bank of Canada cut its policy rate to 4.25%, citing economic concerns.