Tue, May 07, 2024

Amanda Hansen

Amanda Hansen is our senior reporter writing on Economy News. Ms. Hansen is a Georgetown graduate specializing in economic and political sciences. Her Ph.D. concentrates on the market impact on the global economy.

Euro and Sterling

Euro and Sterling were mostly steady on Friday. Why’s that?

The euro changed insignificantly at 1.1849 per dollar on Friday. Traders are waiting for the eurozone PMI data next week and avoiding sharp moves until then. Some analysts think that a strong PMI could boost the common currency to the 1.19 level again versus the dollar.   The Sterling traded at $1.2959 after losing approximately …

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bitcoin and cryptocurrency

Two Major Crypto Exchanges Decided to Work Together

The crypto industry is evolving thanks to various interesting projects. However, it is possible to reach even better results. Interestingly, two major crypto exchanges decided that it makes sense to work together. Importantly, KuCoin and Poloniex will join hands when it comes to trading technology research and development. Moreover, liquidity sharing, product iterations, PoS [proof-of-stake], …

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Major currencies on Tuesday

U.S. dollar fell after rallying Thursday. What about Euro?

The U.S. dollar traded in tight ranges on Friday. It was poised for a weekly loss against major currencies after downbeat data turned the economic outlook negative. On the other hand, positive comments from New Zealand’s finance minister boosted its currency.   The U.S. dollar soared on Thursday after the Fed upgraded its 2020 economic …

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The future of the global economy

OECD Upgraded its Forecast For Global Economic Output

On Wednesday, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) upgraded its forecast for global economic output in 2020. According to OECD, the outlook improved slightly since June. It is no secret that the biggest economies in the world suffered heavy losses due to the coronavirus pandemic. However, the economic impact may not be as …

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Stocks and investors

Hang Seng Index Led Losses Among the Region’s Major Markets

Central banks around the world have to deal with numerous challenges. So, it is not surprising that investors are closely monitoring the situation. For example, stocks in major Asia-Pacific markets mostly declined on Thursday, as investors reacted to central bank developments. Importantly, mainland Chinese stocks were mixed on the day. In fact, the Shanghai Composite …

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cryptocurrency coins in a wallet

How Wirex Wants to Encourage the Use of Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrencies have the potential to make life easier for millions of people and crypto-related companies should work harder to accomplish this goal. Hopefully, a crypto payment processor regulated by the U.K.’s Financial Conduct Authority wants to encourage the use of cryptocurrency for everyday payments. It is worth mentioning that, Wirex has a license to issue …

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Chinese Yuan

Chinese Yuan rallied due to the hopes of economic recovery 

The Chinese yuan held on to its big gains on Wednesday. The currency traded at 6.7835 per dollar after soaring as high as 6.7663 on Tuesday. Better-than-expected economic data boosted traders’ optimism, further assuring them that the country is leading the global recovery from the pandemic.    On the other hand, the Australian dollar declined by …

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U.S. dollar, Yuan, yen, euro

U.S. dollar firmed Thursday. What about the Yen and Yuan?

 The dollar strengthened against major currencies on Thursday after the U.S. Federal Reserve’s upbeat assessment of the economic recovery. The Fed’s increased tolerance for higher inflation boosted Treasury yields. The agency pledged at its policy meeting to keep rates near zero until at least the end of 2023. It hopes that for that time, the …

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The economy of Japan

Japan’s Exports in August and New Zealand’s Worst Recession

The world’s one of the largest economies in the world suffered losses due to the coronavirus pandemic. Importantly, Japan’s exports posted a double-digit slump for a sixth straight month in August. As a reminder, U.S. bound shipments declined due to a global demand slowdown caused by the pandemic. Japan is not the only country that …

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u.s. dollar and euro

U.S. dollar and Japanese Yen gained. What about the Yuan?

The U.S. dollar and the Japanese yen found support on Wednesday as traders shifted positions ahead of a U.S. Federal Reserve policy decision. The Chinese yuan also held gains thanks to the positive outlook for the world’s second-largest economy. The Fed concludes its first meeting later in the day since adopting a more accommodative approach …

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Risker currencies surged forward on Tuesday. Why's that?

Riskier currencies surged forward on Tuesday. Why’s that?

The forex market fluctuated on Tuesday. Riskier currencies rallied as the hopes for a COVID-19 vaccine bolstered sentiment. British drugmaker AstraZeneca restarted its vaccine trial in Britain last week. But it is still on hold in the United States thus far.   The euro climbed up by 0.2% versus the dollar at $1.1891. However, the …

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Crypto industry and Sberbank

Sberbank Switzerland AG Joined Blockchain-Based Platform

Sberbank is the largest bank in the Russian Federation and this fact highlights its significance. Moreover, it has a subsidiary in Switzerland, called Sberbank Switzerland AG. It is worth mentioning that, Sberbank’s subsidiary joined a blockchain-based platform for commodity trade finance. Interestingly, Sberbank Switzerland AG signed an agreement with the Swiss trade finance platform Komgo …

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