The yen has edged higher on Wednesday. In the European session, USD/JPY is trading at 158.33, up 0.19% on the day. Japan’s consumer confidence for December data showed a slight decline, falling to 36.2 from 36.4 in November. This missed the market estimate of 36.4 as consumers remain in a pessimistic mood about economic conditions. […]
Stronger-than-expected US economic data (JOLTs job openings and ISM Services Index) weigh on US Indices. Markets exhibited sensitivity to monetary policy expectations and potential volatility, with sector performance varying. Technical analysis of the S&P 500 suggests a range-bound market with key support and resistance levels identified. Upcoming non-farm payrolls and Fed meeting minutes releases are
