According to MUFG’s Senior Currency Analyst Michael Wan, Philippine authorities signalled that rate hikes may be considered if Oil price increases and disruptions linked to the Iran war persist. Finance Secretary Frederick Go expects a limited GDP impact if the conflict is short, but warns of stronger effects if it lasts beyond six months, while downplaying concerns over gradual…
2026.03.18 2026.03.18 US Dollar Sets Bull Trap. Forecast as of 18.03.2026 Dmitri Demidenkohttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/dmitri-demidenko/ Oil prices have stabilized, the S&P 500 is rising, and the market is awaiting signals from the ECB on interest rate hikes. As a result, the EUR/USD pair has increased. However, fundamental factors suggest that the upswing is unlikely to endure. Let’s discuss this and make…
With rates on hold at 3.75% and the focus squarely on the MPC vote count and Bailey’s tone, here’s how Sterling traders can position for the outcome.
Qatari Interior Ministry: The security threat level is high, and everyone must adhere to staying in homes and safe places Foreign ministry: Iran targeting it is “irresponsible approach” Ras Laffan attack is “direct threat” to its national security There are videos now showing two strikes on Ras Laffan. There are two fires but keep in mind that Ras Laffan…
At the post-meeting press conference, Fed Chair Jerome Powell explains why policymakers decide to keep interest rates unchanged following the March meeting and takes questions from reporters on the decision. This section below was published at 18:00 GMT to cover the Federal Reserve’s policy decisions and the immediate market reaction. At its March meeting, the Federal Reserve (Fed) kept…
2026.03.18 2026.03.18 Should You Buy, Sell, or Hold Nvidia Stock in 2026? Oleg Tkachenkohttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/oleg-tkachenko/ Over the past five years, Nvidia shares have surged more than 1,100%, propelling the company to the top of global market capitalization by the end of 2025, surpassing Apple. However, growth slowed in 2025, with competitors such as Intel, Broadcom, and AMD delivering higher returns….
The Producer Price Index for final demand increased 0.7% in February, above the 0.5% consensus forecast, according to data released today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On an unadjusted basis, the index for final demand rose 3.4% for the 12 months ended in February, the largest 12-month advance since increasing 3.4% in February 2025. Key points from…
This is from Tulsi Gabbard, Director of National Intelligence at hearings today: “The IC assesses the regime in Iran appears to be intact, but largely degraded due to attacks on its leadership and military capabilities. Its conventional military power projection capabilities have largely been destroyed, leaving limited options… Even if the regime remains intact, the IC assesses that internal…
As widely anticipated, the Bank of Canada (BoC) left its policy rate unchanged at 2.25% on Wednesday. The focus now turns to Governor Tiff Macklem’s press conference at 14:30 GMT, where markets will be looking for further insight into today’s decision and clearer guidance on the policy outlook. BoC policy statement key highlights The Bank of Canada held its…
2026.03.18 2026.03.18 Yen Gains Ground As BoJ Expected to Adopt Hawkish Tone. Forecast as of 18.03.2026 Dmitri Demidenkohttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/dmitri-demidenko/ The Bank of Japan’s main advantage is timing. By the time it acts, the outcome of the Fed meeting and the markets’ reaction will already be clear, allowing it to adjust its own accompanying statement accordingly. Will the USD/JPY pair benefit from…
