Epson has been selected to be among “The 2025 Asia IP Elite” by Intellectual Asset Management (“IAM”), a global intellectual property media outlet. The Asia IP Elite recognises companies and organisations that excel in intellectual property value creation as determined by IAM based on its annual evaluations of companies and…
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European Stocks Decline Ahead Of Federal Reserve Meeting
By Frank Walbaum, Market Analyst at Naga European equities slipped on Wednesday, with investors bracing for a potentially pivotal Federal Reserve meeting later in the day. The DAX retreated after four consecutive gains. Traders could opt to lock in profits and reduce exposure ahead of what could be a market-defining…
Continue ReadingOil Markets Stabilizes, Downside Risks Remain
By Wael Makarem, Financial Markets Strategists Lead at Exness Oil prices stabilized to a certain extent after two sessions in the red. The American Petroleum Institute (API) reported a massive draw in crude oil inventories of 4.8 million barrels, significantly larger than the forecast of a 1.7 million barrel draw,…
Continue ReadingThe Importance of Systematic Investment Plans in Today’s Economic Climate
Understanding Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) are investment strategies that allow individuals to contribute a fixed sum of money at regular intervals, typically on a monthly basis, into mutual funds. This investment mechanism enables investors to build wealth gradually while benefiting from the power of compounding. By…
Continue ReadingDollar Softens Ahead Of Fed Decision, Traders Brace for Volatility Risks
By Konstantinos Chrysikos,Head of Customer Relationship Management at Kudotrade The dollar edged lower on Wednesday, erasing Tuesday’s gains, and remained confined to a consolidation range as investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s policy decision and updated economic projections. Markets widely expect a rate cut today, alongside projections pointing to two additional…
Continue ReadingPutting workers’ rights at the heart of corporate accountability
Amsterdam, Dec 10: Standards to illuminate how organizations respond to disclosure expectations on crucial labor rights issues across the value chain are being updated, with a global consultation now underway. Launched on International Human Rights Day, this public comment period will conclude GRI’s review of all labor-related disclosures and is…
Continue ReadingStock Market Analysis: Sensex and Nifty Slip Ahead of Fed Decision, Mixed Sector Performance Signals Caution
Mumbai, Dec 10: Indian equity markets ended the day on a cautious note, with benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty falling 0.32% each amid investor anticipation of the US Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decision. The Sensex closed at 84,391, down 275 points, while the Nifty settled at 25,758, down 82 points. From…
Continue ReadingGold Hold Steady Even Amid Higher Treasury Bond Yield
By Samer Hasn, Senior Market Analyst at XS.com Gold continues to hold above $4200 / Oz in spot trading, supported by a cautious market tone ahead of today’s Federal Reserve decision. Investors are turning their attention to Jerome Powell’s remarks, seeing them as the deciding factor for whether this calm…
Continue ReadingS&P 500 Pauses as Investors Await Policy Guidance from the FOMC
By Linh Tran, Market Analyst at XS.com The S&P 500 recorded another mild pullback yesterday, continuing its corrective phase as the index approached its historical peak following a strong recovery that had lasted nearly two weeks prior. This is not a sign of weakening trend momentum, but rather reflects natural…
Continue ReadingMarkets Stall as Investors Brace for a Hawkish Fed Cut Tonight
By Michael Brown, Senior Research Strategist at Pepperstone DIGEST – Markets largely trod water yesterday with fresh catalysts distinctly lacking, as focus turns towards what’s likely to be a hawkish cut from the FOMC this evening. WHERE WE STAND – Trading conditions on the day before an FOMC meeting are…
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