US rates set to rise again in March?

30 January 2017: Charlotte Harington, Fidelity International, says the markets will be keen to see if there is any indication from the Federal Reserve whether March remains a meeting where the next US rate rise may come? Related Posts:RBA raises rates, dollar tries to regain initiative. Review… November 7, 2023 After witnessing significant market movements […]

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What economic data to watch on Tuesday

30 January 2017: The Bank of Japan kicks off a week of interest rate meetings with US rates on Wednesday and UK rates Bank of England on Thursday. The BoJ is not expected to move. Also watching EU and France Q4 GDP. Related Posts:Weekly Forex Outlook: 16/02/2024 – Fed minutes headline a… February 16, 2024 […]

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What to expect from the BOJ tomorrow | IG

If no move is expected from Bank of Japan meeting tomorrow, markets will look for any change in economic forecast. Recent comments from the BOJ Kuroda let believe that the country’s growth target could be raised. More of our expert opinion, market insight and analysis tools: http://www.ig.com/uk Website: http://www.ig.com/uk Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: […]

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After breaking 20,000 what’s next for the Dow Jones? | IG

The Dow Jones has finally reached a historic high, breaking the 20,000 level after being so close before Christmas. What is driving this market euphoria? IG analyst Chris Beauchamp explains. More of our expert opinion, market insight and analysis tools: http://www.ig.com/uk Website: http://www.ig.com/uk Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iggroup.android.cfd&hl=en_GB iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ig-trading-spread-betting/id406492428 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/igcom Google […]

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Could Trump replace Brexit trade gap? | IG

On Friday, British prime minister Theresa May will become the first foreign leader to meet the newly appointed US president, Donald Trump. Considering the concerns surrounding loss of trade with the EU in a post-Brexit era. More of our expert opinion, market insight and analysis tools: http://www.ig.com/uk Website: http://www.ig.com/uk Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: […]

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Trump: BlackRock looks at the prospects for the first 100 days | IG

Karim Chedid, BlackRock ETF investment strategist, discusses the ‘clear winners and losers’ from a Trump Presidency. First Karim considers the possibility that Trump has ‘promised a lot’, but may yet fail on delivery. More of our expert opinion, market insight and analysis tools: http://www.ig.com/uk Website: http://www.ig.com/uk Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iggroup.android.cfd&hl=en_GB iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ig-trading-spread-betting/id406492428 […]

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Trade idea: negative reaction to Goldman and Citigroup earnings | IG

In the wake of earnings, that were broadly better than forecast for Goldman, but a little more negative for Citigroup, both stocks down in pre-market trade on expectations that earnings would be so much better. Website: http://www.ig.com/uk Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iggroup.android.cfd&hl=en_GB iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ig-trading-spread-betting/id406492428 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/igcom Google +: https://plus.google.com/u/0/108999047065291192896 IG is a global […]

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ECB meeting likely to see a ‘steady hand on the tiller’ | IG

Marc Ostwald, ADM Investor Services, says; while it’s not likely that there will be any move from the ECB on Thursday, Germany and some other eurozone economies, are beginning to see a need for tighter monetary policy. Website: http://www.ig.com/uk Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iggroup.android.cfd&hl=en_GB iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ig-trading-spread-betting/id406492428 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/igcom Google +: https://plus.google.com/u/0/108999047065291192896 IG is […]

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2017 trade idea: trading the politics of Trump and Brexit | IG

Christopher Vecchio, DailyFX, looks at the opportunities that 2017 may throw up as Donald Trump takes office and the UK works towards a formally agreed path through to completing the UK’s withdrawal from the EU. Website: http://www.ig.com/uk Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iggroup.android.cfd&hl=en_GB iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ig-trading-spread-betting/id406492428 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/igcom Google +: https://plus.google.com/u/0/108999047065291192896 IG is a global […]

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China disrupts Bitcoin’s surge | IG

Bitcoin had a tremendous year in 2016, soaring to $1,000 for the first time in three years, but 2017 has been tumultuous thanks to concerns the Chinese government may impose further restrictions on it. Website: http://www.ig.com/uk Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iggroup.android.cfd&hl=en_GB iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ig-trading-spread-betting/id406492428 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/igcom Google +: https://plus.google.com/u/0/108999047065291192896 IG is a global leader […]

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US bank earnings: could Q4 2016 be a turning point? | IG

As US banks prepare to report earnings, Christopher Vecchio, from DailyFX, says 2017 has the potential to be a good year. However, he also says there is the possibility for increased credit risk later in the year? Website: http://www.ig.com/uk Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iggroup.android.cfd&hl=en_GB iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ig-trading-spread-betting/id406492428 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/igcom Google +: https://plus.google.com/u/0/108999047065291192896 IG is […]

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Dukascopy: Hard Brexit Is Biggest Risk To GBP

Politics and Hard Brexit talks will be the biggest influence on the GBP/JPY in the short term . Emman Xuereb, TraderTik Ltd. Related Posts:EUR/USD: “Echoes of Nonfarm Payrolls” and Increased Risk… November 6, 2023 The EUR/USD pair started the trading week fairly calmly. During…Change in market sentiment raises risk appetite and… November 6, 2023 Global […]

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What’s next for gold? | IG

The latter part of 2016 was very disappointing for gold, mostly thanks to Donald Trump-related euphoria. But with Brexit, European elections and doubts Trump will follow through with his proposals, gold’s popularity could reignite. Website: https://www.ig.com/uk?CHID=9?QPID=1414138388&QPPID=1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iggroup.android.cfd&hl=en_GB iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ig-trading-spread-betting/id406492428 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/igcom Google +: https://plus.google.com/u/0/108999047065291192896 IG is a global leader […]

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Does the weak ADP US jobs report mean a risk for a weak non-farm payrolls number? | IG

With ADP falling short of forecast by around 20,000, Jeremy Naylor looks at the potential risk that Friday’s payrolls could, too, see a weaker than expected number. What are the implications? Website: https://www.ig.com/uk?CHID=9?QPID=1414138388&QPPID=1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iggroup.android.cfd&hl=en_GB iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ig-trading-spread-betting/id406492428 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/igcom Google +: https://plus.google.com/u/0/108999047065291192896 IG is a global leader in retail forex, […]

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Could Friday’s US jobs report tip the Dow Jones over 20,000? | IG

With three US rate rises priced in this year, how much of an influence will this Friday’s jobs report have. If it’s a big number, will it reinforce opinion that the US economy is doing well and could it tip the Dow over 20,000? Website: https://www.ig.com/uk?CHID=9?QPID=1414138388&QPPID=1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iggroup.android.cfd&hl=en_GB iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ig-trading-spread-betting/id406492428 […]

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Dukascopy: Uncertainty To hold Back US Dollar

I think that the more important factor is just general uncertainty, that is going to hold the US dollar from rising further. Oren Klachkin, Oxford Economics Related Posts:The dollar has laid out its trump cards, it’s now the euro’s… April 8, 2024 Tug of war. This is what the doves and hawks…US dollar enjoys gains […]

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Dukascopy: Coppers Slow Recovery

2017 to be a better year for Copper than 2016. Paul Benjamin, Wood Mackenzie. Related Posts:GBP/USD. October 13th. US core inflation continues to slow… October 13, 2023 On the hourly chart, the GBP/USD pair reversed its course…

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Bitcoin: $1000 and climbing | IG

Having outperformed a number of key asset classes in 2016, Bitcoin has started 2017 with a pop. Here Jeremy Naylor and Joshua Mahony discuss to outlook for the digital currency as it gaps up to its highest point in over three years. Josh highlights the patterns that are emerging in clear steps as resistance becomes […]

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The case for short EUR/USD down to ‘parity’ and beyond | IG

Ron William, from RW Advisory, brings his case for more dollar strength leading to a ‘parity’, plus trade for EUR/USD. Ron uses technical analysis to anticipate the minimum price objective for the dollar basket and EUR/USD. Website: https://www.ig.com/uk?CHID=9?QPID=1414138388&QPPID=1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iggroup.android.cfd&hl=en_GB iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ig-trading-spread-betting/id406492428 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/igcom Google +: https://plus.google.com/u/0/108999047065291192896 IG is a […]

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Big Sofa IPO lifts off as the company eyes US expansion | IG

Simon Lidington, CEO Big Sofa, highlights the ‘significant lead’ that he says the company has over its competitors. Utilising its strength Mr Lidington discusses expansion in the US and the investment case for buyers of the stock. Website: https://www.ig.com/uk?CHID=9?QPID=1414138388&QPPID=1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iggroup.android.cfd&hl=en_GB iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ig-trading-spread-betting/id406492428 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/igcom Google +: https://plus.google.com/u/0/108999047065291192896 IG is […]

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DailyFX: dollar strength relentless | IG

As the Federal Reserve raises rates James Stanley from DailyFX looks at the impact on the dollar. He says it is the ‘US against the world’ as there are not many economies looking at tighter policy options which could expose further strength in the dollar, and that could create a hindrance to the recovery in […]

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TraderNoble: Expect a ‘volatile’ FOMC press conference | IG

Bryan Noble from http://tradernoble.com/ looks at what it will take to get the Dow Jones above 20,000 and explains why the S&P 500 is still the key market to watch going into 2017. He also looks at the FTSE and says it is a very narrow focused market, but it needs to clear 7060 to […]

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How to trade a Federal Reserve interest rate hike | IG

IG technical analyst Josh Mahony acknowledges that this time last year the Dow reacted to the Federal Reserve interest rate hike with a 10% appreciation. A year later we’re asking how likely it is that we’ll see the same. Website: https://www.ig.com/uk?CHID=9?QPID=1414138388&QPPID=1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iggroup.android.cfd&hl=en_GB iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ig-trading-spread-betting/id406492428 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/igcom Google +: https://plus.google.com/u/0/108999047065291192896 […]

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‘Twin forces’ circle the Bank of England rate decision on Thursday | IG

Jeremy Naylor looks at GBP/EUR and GBP/USD ahead of the Bank of England rate decision on Thursday. Ian Shepherdson, from Pantheon Macroeconomics, says expect no rate move but watch the effects of rising inflation and slowing growth. Website: https://www.ig.com/uk?CHID=9?QPID=1414138388&QPPID=1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iggroup.android.cfd&hl=en_GB iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ig-trading-spread-betting/id406492428 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/igcom Google +: https://plus.google.com/u/0/108999047065291192896 IG is […]

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US labour market driving the need for a rate rise from the Fed | IG

Dr Ian Shepherdson, chief economist at Pantheon Macroeconomics, says that while US rates will rise by 0.25% on 14th December, the central bank needs to continue to move rates up or wages will spiral up out of control. Website: https://www.ig.com/uk?CHID=9?QPID=1414138388&QPPID=1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iggroup.android.cfd&hl=en_GB iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ig-trading-spread-betting/id406492428 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/igcom Google +: https://plus.google.com/u/0/108999047065291192896 IG […]

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Chris Boxall talks AIM stocks including Fulcrum, RWS and Character Group | IG

Chris Boxall, Fundamental Asset Management, discusses his AIM Portfolio which is up 27% year-to-date. Having lost two stocks to takeovers he has replaced them with Patisserie Holdings and Watkin Jones. Website: https://www.ig.com/uk?CHID=9?QPID=1414138388&QPPID=1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iggroup.android.cfd&hl=en_GB iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ig-trading-spread-betting/id406492428 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/igcom Google +: https://plus.google.com/u/0/108999047065291192896 IG is a global leader in retail forex, providing […]

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Italian banks await clarity on refinancing | IG

Wei Li, EMEA iShares BlackRock, says that the Italian banking sector is likely to remain fragile until Italian politics regain a firm base. Wei also discusses ECB tapering in the context of recent news and the pressure for EUR/USD. Website: https://www.ig.com/uk?CHID=9?QPID=1414138388&QPPID=1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iggroup.android.cfd&hl=en_GB iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ig-trading-spread-betting/id406492428 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/igcom Google +: https://plus.google.com/u/0/108999047065291192896 […]

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Trading Italian banks on IG’s CFD platform | IG

Chris Beauchamp and Jeremy Naylor look at the Italian benchmark FTSE MIB index and highlight the way to trade Italian banks through IG’s CFD platform. Chris talks about the frailties of Italian banks. Website: https://www.ig.com/uk?CHID=9?QPID=1414138388&QPPID=1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iggroup.android.cfd&hl=en_GB iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ig-trading-spread-betting/id406492428 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/igcom Google +: https://plus.google.com/u/0/108999047065291192896 IG is a global leader in […]

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Banks in focus ahead of Italian referendum | IG

BlackRock’s Ursula Marchioni says banks could see a short-term relief rally in case of a ‘Yes’ vote against expectations of Prime Minister Matteo Renzi pushing his bank reform agenda through the Senate. Website: https://www.ig.com/uk?CHID=9?QPID=1414138388&QPPID=1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/IGcom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IGcom Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.iggroup.android.cfd&hl=en_GB iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/ig-trading-spread-betting/id406492428 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/igcom Google +: https://plus.google.com/u/0/108999047065291192896 IG is a global leader in retail […]

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