UK Inflation Rises Above 3% as Rate Hike Expectations Grow

UK August Inflation figures were released this morning, climbing back above 3% with a sharp rise in fuel costs having contributed to the increase. When we compare the monthly inflation […]
A Crucial Week Ahead for Global Interest Rates

Last week was a telling one for currency markets, with the ECB choosing to raise interest rates by 25 basis points and, perhaps more importantly, leaving the door open to […]
ECB Sets the Tone as Inflation and Energy Costs Rise

Yesterday ECB was out holding their interest rate decision. To no ones surprise they led the way and stay on par with expectations raising interest rates levels by 25 basis […]

Brent Crude prices reached near $102 per barrel as Iran are said to be prepared for a more intense war with The U.S. The latest escalation came after what has […]
Oil Prices Surge as Rate Hike Expectations Build

Oil prices have again continued climbing this morning, reaching $100 per barrel for the first time since July as the conflict in the Middle East continues with attacks having taken […]
Japan’s Stronger Growth Boosts Rate Hike Bets

Japan’s GDP figures showed growth over the April-June period. Figures were forecasted at 1.1% but did come in above at a total of 1.4%. The stronger than expected growth for […]
US Jobs, Central Banks and the Week Ahead
Last week’s main focus was the Japanese Yen and the US Dollar, with USD/JPY briefly reaching the 160.00 level on Monday. This immediately put markets on alert for potential intervention, […]
GBP and USD in Focus Ahead of Key Data

Friday starts off with Andrew Bailey speaking around 10am. Bank of England’s next interest rate decision taking place on the 17th this month, markets will listen carefully for comments and indications […]
Markets React to Rising Inflation and Rate Bets

The Bank of Canada kept their interest rates on hold at 2.25% yesterday as expected, with the central bank pointing to the continuing conflict in The Middle East keeping energy […]
US Dollar Strength Continues as Markets Assess Rate Hike Risks

Further US Dollar strength continued throughout Tuesday and overnight, mainly supported by its safe-haven status with Oil prices climbing higher, as well as a sell-off in the bond markets. The […]