Oil is the uncertain important factor
Oil remains a critical important factor. If supply shocks continue, it's high stakes, with stagflation a distinct possibility.
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Oil remains a critical important factor. If supply shocks continue, it's high stakes, with stagflation a distinct possibility.
In this "Morning Market Review," we discuss the possibilities around stagflation and gold. Then, we consider FXCM's DAX CFD, GER30. Markets are oversold, but oscillators may stay at extremes for longer than usual, given the solid risk-off sentiment.
In this webinar, we examine the flattening 10/2s yield curve and discuss the prospects of stagflation.
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Oil gapped up on open, with Brent crude reaching $130.67 and WTI's high at $127.53. The price jumps reflect fears of supply disruptions due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, with the possibility of a ban on Russian oil and natural gas now being considered.
The inverted yield curve is a cause for concern. Therefore, we offer a possible scenario in which it may steepen.
Read the daily market update as we head towards the European open, to get some of the latest developments, main market moves and upcoming events
Wheat prices have escalated as the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues. Prices have traded limit up two days in a row and three times since the invasion began. Both Russia and Ukraine are major exporters, with Russia contributing to 17% of the international wheat trade and Ukraine at 12%.
Read the daily market update as we head towards the European open, to get some of the latest developments, main market moves and upcoming events
The current price action is an inside period (the weekly candle is still to complete). I.e., the week's high and low are within last week's range. Neither the bulls nor the bears have taken the price to a new high or low, suggesting indecision amongst market participants.
Read the daily market update as we head towards the European open, to get some of the latest developments, main market moves and upcoming events
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