HFM information and reviews
HFM
96%
Octa information and reviews
Octa
94%
FXCC information and reviews
FXCC
92%
FxPro information and reviews
FxPro
89%
FBS information and reviews
FBS
88%
Vantage information and reviews
Vantage
85%

Asian selloff continues as pandemic fears rise


26 February 2020

The selloff in Asian markets continues, as risk appetite struggles to find a solid footing amid the coronavirus bog. South Korea now has more than 1,100 cases, adding to the worldwide tally that has exceeded 80,000, with more confirmed cases in Europe and the Middle East. Pandemic fears are stoking the risk-off mode in the markets, with the MSCI Asia Pacific index in the red in 9 out of the last 10 sessions, while the South Korean Won is leading Asian currencies’ decline against the US Dollar.

The rout in stock markets suggests that the divergence between valuations and fundamentals need to be reconciled, especially in light of the uncertainties surrounding Covid-19’s eventual toll on the global economy and the efficacy of incoming stimulus measures. Equity investors have deemed that the gains so far this year have run its course for the time being and need stronger conviction to etch out new record highs. The pullback in risk-taking activities however should bode well for safe haven assets, creating a supportive environment for the likes of Gold and US Treasuries in the interim.

Dollar could drop further on Fed easing bets


The Dollar index (DXY) has seen a technical pullback from overbought territory, falling by about one percent since breaching the 99.9 mark last week. If the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s warning of a potential outbreak stateside indeed materialises, that could prompt the Greenback to surrender more of its gains of late.

Should the incoming data on consumer spending, home sales and ISMs come in below market expectations, that could prompt investors to ramp up bets that the Federal Reserve may have to lower US interest rates sooner than expected. Such dovish expectations could also lead to more Dollar softness.

Still, the DXY is expected to remain at relatively elevated levels, with other G10 currencies offering little threat to King Dollar’s throne at present, considering that the US economy is currently in a better place compared to other major, developed economies.

Gold moderates to $1640s, upside bias to remain


Despite shedding over three percent since breaching the $1689 level earlier this week, Gold is expected to remain supported above $1580 as investors continue to cling to safety while assessing the coronavirus’ impact on global economic conditions. Bullion could yet make another run towards the psychological $1700 mark, especially if the negative virus impact shows up in the hard data out of major economies over the coming months.

Demand-side risks still primary driver for Oil


Oil’s sensitivity to coronavirus-linked concerns has made for a tumultuous 2020 so far for Brent futures. Brent futures could see another sharp drop towards $50/bbl, especially if the CDC’s warning of an outbreak stateside materialises. Should OPEC+ decide to trigger more supply cuts at next week’s meeting, that may only have a limited effect on Oil prices, as demand-side concerns are expected to continue having a major sway on the commodities complex.

#source

Share: Tweet this or Share on Facebook


Related

Yen stabilizes as Japan ramps up intervention warning
Yen stabilizes as Japan ramps up intervention warning

Threats of FX intervention help yen to stabilize near three-decade lows. Dollar and stocks take a step back, Bitcoin jumps in anticipation of halving. Shortage of liquidity could be an important market theme this week.

26 Mar 2024

Stocks at fresh records even as dollar bounces back
Stocks at fresh records even as dollar bounces back

Wall Street leads rally in equity markets, fuelled by rate cut optimism. US dollar stages surprise rebound amid US exceptionalism. Pound slides on BoE's dovish tilt, yen steadies, PBOC loosens grip on yuan.

22 Mar 2024

Dollar rises as Fed enters spotlight, yen plummets
Dollar rises as Fed enters spotlight, yen plummets

US dollar gains as traders brace for hawkish Fed. Yen tumbles despite BoJ's historic decision. Loonie slides on cooler than expected Canadian inflation. Wall Street gains ahead of Fed, oil extends advance.

20 Mar 2024

BoJ hikes, scraps yield curve control, but yen slumps

BoJ ends negative rates and yield curve control in historic move, but yen can't catch a break as Ueda signals ongoing accommodative stance.

19 Mar 2024

Dollar recovers, equities stall after US data releases
Dollar recovers, equities stall after US data releases

Dollar stages comeback as US data fuels speculation of fewer Fed cuts. Stocks and Bitcoin take a step back, oil climbs after Ukraine drone attacks. Yen traders play the guessing game ahead of next week's rate decision.

15 Mar 2024

US PPI and retail sales data enter the limelight
US PPI and retail sales data enter the limelight

After hot CPI inflation, dollar awaits PPI and retail sales data. Yen on the back foot as BoJ March hike bets decrease - S&P 500 and Nasdaq pull back, gold rebounds

14 Mar 2024


Forex Forecasts

MultiBank Group information and reviews
MultiBank Group
84%
XM information and reviews
XM
82%
FP Markets information and reviews
FP Markets
81%
FXTM information and reviews
FXTM
80%
AMarkets information and reviews
AMarkets
79%
BlackBull information and reviews
BlackBull
78%

© 2006-2024 Forex-Ratings.com

The usage of this website constitutes acceptance of the following legal information.
Any contracts of financial instruments offered to conclude bear high risks and may result in the full loss of the deposited funds. Prior to making transactions one should get acquainted with the risks to which they relate. All the information featured on the website (reviews, brokers' news, comments, analysis, quotes, forecasts or other information materials provided by Forex Ratings, as well as information provided by the partners), including graphical information about the forex companies, brokers and dealing desks, is intended solely for informational purposes, is not a means of advertising them, and doesn't imply direct instructions for investing. Forex Ratings shall not be liable for any loss, including unlimited loss of funds, which may arise directly or indirectly from the usage of this information. The editorial staff of the website does not bear any responsibility whatsoever for the content of the comments or reviews made by the site users about the forex companies. The entire responsibility for the contents rests with the commentators. Reprint of the materials is available only with the permission of the editorial staff.
We use cookies to improve your experience and to make your stay with us more comfortable. By using Forex-Ratings.com website you agree to the cookies policy.