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Australian Q1 2025 headline capex -0.1% q/q (expected +0.5%).
Private New Capital Expenditure -0.1% q/q expected +0.5%, prior -0.2% Building Capital Expenditure +0.9% q/q Plant/Machinery Capital Expenditure -1.3% q/q — Estimate #2 for Australian Private Capital Expenditure for 2025-26 155.9bn Estimate #6 for Australian Private Capital Expenditure for 2024-25 187.6bn — Later this year, ForexLive.com is evolving into investingLive.com, a new destination for intelligent
North American Markets Recap for May 28, 2025
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What to take from the May 2025 FOMC Minutes
Powell laid out in his post-meeting press conference and what has already been echoed in recent speeches by other Fed officials. Persistent uncertainty around trade policy, risks to both sides of the Fed’s dual mandate (employment and inflation), and the ongoing debate about which side presents the greater medium-term risk are keeping the FOMC in
Gold price slumps beneath $3,300 as Fed Minutes signal stagflation risks and patience
Gold drops 0.27% after Fed cites tariff-driven inflation concerns; yields rebound, stalling bullion’s rally. Fed minutes highlight risks of persistent inflation and weakening job growth, prompting cautious rate stance. US bond yields rebound, lifting the Dollar and pressuring Gold below $3,300. Goldman Sachs urges increased Gold exposure amid rising geopolitical risks and central bank demand.
USDJPY remains near highs for the day
USDJPY technicals The USDJPY began the U.S. session trading between two key technical levels: the 100-bar moving average on the 4-hour chart at 144.77 and the 200-hour moving average at 143.97. Both buyers and sellers initially leaned against these levels, leading to a period of consolidation. During the session, the pair broke above the 100-bar
Inflation dynamics may cause considerable challenges
European Central Bank (ECB) Governing Council member and head of the Dutch central bank De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB) Klass Knot noted on Wednesday that the current outlook on European inflation is murky, making it difficult for the ECB to engage in direct moves. Key highlights Medium-term inflation outlook is more ambiguous. Near-term growth and inflation
GBP/USD Forecast: Sterling retraces from 3-year highs versus dollar
Currently trading at around ~1.34650, GBP/USD trades 0.32% lower in today’s session. Easing from multi-year highs made last week, cable continues to benefit from robust economic data and underlying dollar weakness. /* Requesting advertisement by calling an endpoint assures that the advertisement is never cached together with the page. 32Q2J – is a forced measure
Visa (V) Stock Forecast & Price Predictions for 2025, 2026, 2027–2030, 2040 and Beyond
2025.05.28 2025.05.28 Visa Stock Forecast for 2025, 2026, 2027–2030 and Beyond Jana Kanehttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/jana-kane/ Visa Inc. is an international company specializing in payment technologies. It was founded in 1958 and went public in 2008. The company runs one of the world’s largest electronic payment networks, operating in over 200 countries. Notable acquisitions such as Cybersource and
Dollar Recovery Slows Ahead of FOMC Minutes as Market Seeks Clarity
Dollar’s near-term rebound is still intact as markets head into US session. But appears to be fading as traders await fresh catalysts. While the greenback has benefited from stabilizing sentiment, there’s a lack of conviction behind the move, particularly with no data releases of note today. Markets are now turning their attention to the upcoming
BATS Trading Update Preview: Tobacco Giant Faces Regulatory Headwinds
BATS 2025 outlook amid challenging conditions As British American Tobacco (BATS) approaches its 2025 half-year trading update on 3 June, investors are closely monitoring the company’s performance amid a challenging global landscape. BATS has projected approximately 1% revenue growth for 2025, with adjusted operating profit expected to rise between 1.5% and 2.5%. This conservative forecast reflects
Belgium GDP Grows As Estimated, Inflation Eases
Belgium’s economy expanded as initially estimated in the first quarter of 2025, the latest data from the National Bank of Belgium showed on Wednesday. Separate official data showed that consumer price inflation eased in May to the lowest level in nearly one-and-a-half years. Gross domestic product grew seasonally and calendar-adjusted 0.4 percent in the first quarter, slightly
US MBA mortgage applications w.e. 23 May -1.2% vs -5.1% prior
Prior -5.1% Market index 235.7 vs 238.5 prior Purchase index 162.1 vs 157.8 prior Refinance index 634.1 vs 682.5 prior 30-year mortgage rate 6.98% vs 6.92% prior The slight drop in mortgage applications in the past week is led by a decline in refinancing activity, partially offset by higher purchase activity. But with rates still
USD/JPY Outlook: Yen Weakens After BoJ Intervention
USDJPY outlook turned bullish after Japanese bond market intervention and easing U.S.-EU trade tensions lifted the pair. A bullish reversal pattern formed, hinting at a short-term bottom, but the broader trend remains bearish. Market focus now turns to U.S. data for further dollar strength and to Japanese yields for signs of renewed yen support. The
Loonie Loses Ground As Trade War Continues. Forecast as of 28.05.2025
2025.05.28 2025.05.28 Loonie Loses Ground As Trade War Continues. Forecast as of 28.05.2025 Dmitri Demidenkohttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/dmitri-demidenko/ Despite delays and exceptions, the ongoing trade tensions between the US and Canada persist. The trade war damages the Canadian economy, prompting the central bank to take proactive measures. Let’s discuss this topic and make a trading plan for the
USD/CAD extends gains above 1.3800 with all eyes on the FOMC Minutes
The US Dollar remains firm, drawing support from the positive US Consumer Confidence data and easing trade war fears. The CAD remains on the defensive amid lower Oil prices and hopes of further BoC cuts. Later today, the tone of the FOMC minutes is likely to confirm the US Dollar’s near-term direction. The US Dollar