By Ritu, Capital Sands Britain’s economy will cast off some of the Brexit uncertainty that has held it back since 2016 after Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s election triumph, but the risk remains of another “cliff-edge” showdown with Brussels in a year’s time. With Britain’s exit from the European Union on Jan. 31 now a foregone […]
By Ritu, Capital Sands The pound rose to a three-and-a-half year high versus the euro and the highest in more than a year versus the dollar after exit polls suggested a win for the Conservatives, which should help ensure the UK’s smooth exit from the European Union. The Chinese yuan rose in offshore trade and the Japanese […]
By Ritu, Capital Sands European stocks found their feet again on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve signalled that it’s likely to remain on hold throughout next year, seemingly convinced that historically low jobless rates won’t create enough inflationary pressure to warrant a rate hike. By 5 AM ET (1000 GMT), the benchmark Stoxx 600 was up 0.3% […]
By Ritu, Capital Sands The U.S. dollar slipped on Thursday in Asia after the Federal Reserve kept interest rates on hold, suggesting that the current path of monetary policy was “appropriate” to support economic growth and would likely remain in place through next year. The U.S. dollar index that tracks the greenback against a basket […]
By Ritu, Capital Sands The British pound slipped early on Wednesday after a poll showed a narrowing lead for Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s Conservative Party in an election later in the week, while U.S. dollar movement looked to the Federal Reserve’s policy meeting. Investors were also focusing on what U.S. President Donald Trump will do […]
By Ritu, Capital Sands No expectation for a change in the fed funds target rate. US economy has strengthened since the October FOMC. Market interest will be on the Fed’s rate and GDP estimates for 2020 and 2021. The Federal Reserve will finish its scheduled two day meeting of the Federal Reserve Open Market Committee […]
By Ritu, Capital Sands Stocks fell in Europe while U.S. equity-index futures fluctuated in the countdown to major central bank meetings and a deadline on fresh China tariffs. Treasuries and the dollar were steady. The Stoxx Europe 600 Index opened lower for a second day as almost every industry sector traded in the red. Contracts […]
By Ritu, Capital Sands The dollar and yen held the safe-haven high ground on Tuesday, with investors on edge ahead of a looming tariff deadline, the UK election and upcoming central bank meetings in Europe and the United States. Front of mind is whether Washington will go ahead with a fresh round of tariffs on […]
By Ritu, Capital Sands Oil prices fell on Monday after data showed that Chinese exports declined for a fourth straight month, sending shivers through a market already concerned about damage being done to global demand by the Sino-U.S. trade war. Brent futures (LCOc1) were down 21 cents, or 0.3%, at $64.18 per barrel, after gaining […]
By Ritu, Capital Sands. The dollar held firm on Monday after data showed surprise strength in the U.S. jobs market, but the currency was restrained from moving higher by worries about an escalation in the U.S.-China trade war. The dollar index stood almost flat at 97.706 in mid-Asian trade, after rising 0.3% on Friday. The euro traded […]
By Ritu, Capital Sands The next week could set the tone for the $6.6 trillion-a-day currency market in 2020.The geopolitical risks that have shaped foreign exchange this year — Brexit and the U.S.-China trade war — are approaching a critical point, according to Credit Agricole SA. The U.K. will vote for a government on Thursday […]
By Ritu, Capital Sands The U.S. dollar was unchanged on Friday in Asia as traders awaited the release of the latest U.S. job report, which is due at 8:30 AM ET (13:30 GMT). The U.S. dollar index that tracks the greenback against a basket of other currencies was unchanged at 97.380 by 1:30 AM ET (05:30 GMT). […]
By Ritu, Capital Sands Asian markets gained in morning trade on Friday ahead of the release of U.S. nonfarm payrolls data for November due later in the day stateside. China’s Shanghai Composite was little changed by 10:35 PM ET (02:35 GMT), while the Shenzhen Component inched up 0.2%. Japan’s Nikkei 225 rose 0.3% after the country’s Prime Minister Shinzo […]
By Ritu, Capital Sands Asian currencies made something of a comeback on Thursday morning in Asia as optimism about a possible trade deal between China and the US returned. The USD was lost a little ground and the Australian dollar stopped a multi-day slide even as the Yuan continued to slide. On Wednesday US President Donald Trump […]
By Ritu, Capital Sands The U.S. dollar was trading near one-month lows on Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump warned a trade deal with China might not come until after the 2020 presidential election and threatened to escalate his trade war with other nations. The U.S. dollar index against a basket of six major currencies was […]
By Ritu, Capital Sands France and the European Union are ready to fight back over the latest U.S. tariff threats on French products, French government ministers said on Tuesday. On Monday, the U.S. government said it may impose punitive duties of up to 100% on $2.4 billion of imports from France, including champagne, handbags, cheese […]
By Ritu Capital Sands Gold traded marginally lower on Tuesday morning in Asia, hovering around the $1,468 range as the U.S. and China are still in talks for ‘deal or no deal.’ Gold Futures contracts traded at $1,467.95 by 10:00 PM ET (03:00 GMT), down 0.09%. Talks of a possible “phase one” deal between the world’s […]
By Ritu Capital Sands Oil prices rose more than 1% on Monday as signs of rising manufacturing activity in China pointed to increasing fuel demand and hints that OPEC may deepen output cuts at its meeting this week indicated supply may tighten next year. Brent crude futures rose 74 cents, or 1.2%, to $61.23 a barrel […]
By Ritu Capital Sands USD/CHF declines after registering a bearish candlestick formation the previous day. Buyers look for sustained trading beyond 1.0000 psychological magnet. 200-day SMA can please sellers during further downside. USD/CHF drops to 0.9985 during the early trading session on Friday. That said, the pair formed a bearish “Spinning Top” candlestick formation while taking a […]
By Ritu Capital Sands The safe-haven yen rose against the dollar after U.S. President Donald Trump signed into law support for anti-government protesters in Hong Kong, which could complicate efforts to end the U.S.-China trade war. That caused the yuan to fall in offshore trade on mounting worries that months of often violent protest against […]
By Ritu Capital Sands Asian shares rose on Wednesday as upbeat signals from Sino-U.S. trade talks fanned hopes of an easing of tariff hostilities, while expectations the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates low supported sentiment. The positive mood pushed Wall Street indexes to fresh record closing highs on Tuesday and stoked confidence in Asia […]
By Ritu Capital Sands The dollar held an upper hand against the yen on Tuesday as optimism on a trade deal between the United States and China dented the allure of the safe-haven unit while the British pound was supported by hopes of an end to a hung parliament. China’s Global Times, a tabloid run […]
By Ritu Capital Sands Asian shares made guarded gains on Monday as investors dared to hope for some progress in the endless Sino-U.S. trade dispute, while the out performance of recent U.S. economic data gave the dollar a leg up on its peers. MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan bounced 0.8%, after losing […]
By Ritu, Capital Sands The dollar was marginally down on Friday and risk appetite boosted by statements from China on the need to find a solution to the tit-for-tat tariff war with the United States, raising hopes that a “phase one” deal could be reached. Chinese President Xi Jinping said Beijing wants to work out […]
By Ritu https://capitalsands.com/ Oil prices were toppled from their highest in nearly two months on Friday by doubts over future demand for crude as uncertainty continues to shroud a potential U.S.-China trade deal, and along with it the health of the global economy. That was more than enough to offset news of a likely […]
A recent report by Insight Securities indicates that Pakistan’s annual consumer price inflation is expected to decline further in September, primarily due to the high base effect from the previous year. Projected Inflation Rate The report projects that inflation will fall to 7.3% in September, down from 9.6% in August and a staggering 31.4% in […]
“The Platform 2” continues the dystopian story from the original film, set in a vertical prison where food is distributed from the top floor down, creating a brutal hierarchy. In this sequel, the system of survival and inequality remains at the heart of the story. Prisoners are trapped in different levels of the tower, with […]
Upcoming Release Window HBO’s highly acclaimed series The Last of Us may return sooner than anticipated. Following the Emmy Awards, HBO and Max Content CEO Casey Bloys hinted that Season 2 is expected to premiere in the first half of 2025, potentially within the Emmy eligibility window. While an exact date wasn’t provided, Bloys expressed […]
The United States has imposed a new set of sanctions targeting entities linked to Pakistan’s missile development. Despite these sanctions, experts suggest that Pakistan’s missile program remains unaffected. This marks the sixth round of sanctions against Chinese and Pakistani firms since November 2021. Details of the Latest Sanctions On September 14, 2024, the US announced […]
Sometimes, you can pinpoint the exact moment you start dreaming of something. For me, it was back in 2015 when a friend got front-row seats to Adele’s concert in Toronto. Having listened to Adele all through my college years, the idea of seeing her live felt like a distant dream. Fast forward nearly a decade, […]
On September 5, 2024, Pakistan made a notable move by arresting and initiating the court-martial of Lt. General Faiz Hameed, the former head of the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). As a result, this action has significantly increased the pressure on former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Analysts now believe it could eventually lead to Khan facing charges […]
Rise in Visa Rejections Canada has started turning away more foreign visitors as immigration becomes a hot issue before the federal election. Recent data shows that more visitor visa applications were denied than approved in several months of 2024, including January, February, May, and June. Fewer Study and Work Permits Along with tourist visa rejections, […]
Introduction A groundbreaking theory in cosmology proposes that the universe might not have begun with the Big Bang. Instead, it suggests a cyclical model where the universe alternates between phases of contraction and expansion. If this idea holds, it could unlock new insights into the mysterious nature of black holes and dark matter. Bouncing Cosmology: […]
Successful Bee Rescue and Relocation A swarm of honeybees rescued from Mile End Park in East London has thrived at Spitalfields City Farm, thanks to beekeeper Salvatore Scotti. Scotti, a volunteer with the London Beekeepers’ Association, successfully relocated the bees in April after they were found on a fence post. Colony Thrives Despite Weather Challenges […]
Types of Pumpkin Seeds Whole Pumpkin Seeds: These seeds retain their outer shell and can be either raw or roasted. The shell is fibrous and tough when raw but becomes crisp and easy to eat when roasted. Pepitas: Shelled pumpkin seeds, also known as pepitas, are often sold raw or roasted. They have a milder […]