Topic: Foreign Exchange

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.

Equities fell after Nvidia’s revenue forecast missed expectations, while a rebounding dollar tempered risk appetite. Markets expect Fed rate cuts, driving the dollar towards its worst monthly drop since November.

Equity benchmarks near record highs as the US dollar drops for a 5th week. Market sentiment remains focused on expected policy easing, with the ECB’s potential September cut bolstered by a dip in wage growth.

Global equities rose for a second week as US inflation fell to 2.9%, boosting optimism for a Fed rate cut in September. The Nasdaq and Topix surged 12% and 22%, respectively. UK job creation exceeded expectations, hinting at further Bank of England rate cuts.