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EUR Gains on Softer Dollar; GBP Faces Political and Fiscal Risks, HUF Weighs on Deficit Concerns
EUR/USD has held onto its gains this week – though that largely looks a function of the slightly softer dollar. Yesterday's release of the German ZEW expectations index for November was not particularly encouraging. However, the aggregate ZEW figure for the eurozone as a whole ticked up, questioning whether Germany is increasingly becoming an outlier.
Euro Swap Rates Poised for Modest Rise as Yield Curves Steepen
Improving eurozone hard data and a stable ECB mean the EUR swap curve should steepen from here. The complexity of estimating Dutch pension reform flows doesn't help the case for a steeper 10s30s. In the US, Treasuries are trading heavily in post-FOMC, and look like they can attempt to continue to do so
Euro Rates Hold Steady Amid Political Uncertainty, but Long-Term Pressures Point Higher
We doubt markets expect the French prime minister to find a solution by Macron's imposed deadline. With little else to work with, supply pressures might be leading on Wednesday. Overall, euro rates seem well-positioned for now, but over the long term, we see the 10Y swap rate settling at a higher level
US Payrolls at Risk Amid Shutdown, Eurozone Inflation in Focus
The Dutch central bank may start sending out more approvals for the transitioning of Dutch pension funds from a defined benefit to a defined contribution model this week. But with the 1 January transition date fast approaching, we may also start hearing about more delays. Meanwhile, a US government shutdown could weigh on economic sentiment
US Government Shutdown Risks, INR Industrial Data, and South Africa’s Budget Outlook
Stock Markets Set for Year-End 'Santa Rally' Amid Central Bank Rate Cut Optimism
Bond Market Anticipation: Navigating Rate Cycles, Liquidity Risks, and Geopolitical Headwinds in 2024
Slowing Inflation Signals Potential Rate Cuts Next Year: Insights by Michael Hewson (Chief Market Analyst at CMC Markets UK)
ESG Bond Markets: Slowing Growth in 2024 Amid Evolving Market Conditions
Rates Spark: Evaluating the Likelihood of a Shift in the Rate Cycle
European Central Bank's Potential Minimum Reserve Increase Sparks Concerns
Markets in Focus: Tech-Led Rise Boosts US Stocks, Dollar Stabilizes, and Key Events Awaited
Seizing Income Opportunities as Central Bank Tightening Peaks
Inflation Data Analysis: Will Key Numbers Prompt ECB's September Pause?
Swedish Krona's Plunge Amid Economic Challenges: Riksbank Rate Hike Expectations and Uncertain Future
US Inflation Takes Center Stage: Expectations and Impact on Markets
Late Friday US Sell-Off to Impact European Open: Market Analysis
Asia Morning Bites: Bank of Japan's YCC Policy Change Amid Tokyo Inflation Surge
Services PMIs and Fed Minutes: Analyzing Market Focus and Central Bank Strategy
Asia Morning Bites: Philippine Inflation and Singapore Retail Sales Awaited
Equity Markets: Reflecting on the First Half and Looking Ahead to the Second
Central Bank Dilemma: Balancing Balance Sheet Strategies Amid Cautious Voices and Inflation Pressures
Navigating Quarter End: Europe Aims for a Higher Start as Markets Show Resilience amid Geopolitical Concerns
