Monthly Archives: March 2026
MUFG’s Lee Hardman says February payrolls fell 92k, reversing January gains, highlighting persistent US labour weakness
Written on March 9, 2026 at 8:53 pm, by davin
US payrolls dropped 92,000 in February, signalling weak labour trends as Fed faces inflation and rate repricing.
ING’s Chris Turner says USD/JPY nears Japan’s intervention zone; coordination unlikely, yet action could trigger sharp falls
Written on March 9, 2026 at 8:52 pm, by davin
USD/JPY nears intervention zone; oil-driven shocks lift volatility. Coordinated US-Japan action unlikely, limiting sustained downside moves.
Commerzbank says Germany’s industry stays weak, as January orders fell sharply after earlier contract distortions
Written on March 9, 2026 at 8:51 pm, by davin
German industrial orders plunged 11.1% in January; excluding big contracts, demand flat, production down 0.5%.
Societe Generale’s Broux says energy and Dutch gas rises depress euro, leaving EUR/USD pressured amid growth worries
Written on March 9, 2026 at 8:51 pm, by davin
Rising energy prices and Dutch gas strength weigh on euro; EUR/USD pressured as growth risks mount.
During the European session, GBP/USD drops 0.5% near 1.3350, with further losses expected below 1.3250
Written on March 9, 2026 at 8:50 pm, by davin
Pound Sterling slid to 1.3350 as safe-haven Dollar demand rose amid escalating Middle East conflict tensions.
During London trading, US futures steady after Asia’s fall, while oil tensions keep sentiment fragile overall
Written on March 9, 2026 at 6:52 pm, by davin
US index futures rebounded in London; sentiment stayed weak amid Middle East tensions, higher oil, and key levels.
After leading worldwide in 2025, KOSPI extends 2026 gains, prompting doubts about achieving further record highs
Written on March 9, 2026 at 6:52 pm, by davin
KOSPI surged on housing-to-stocks shift and Value-Up reforms, propelled by AI-driven Samsung and SK Hynix.
Mexico’s core inflation rose 0.46% in February, slightly under the forecast 0.47%, surprising analysts
Written on March 9, 2026 at 6:51 pm, by davin
Mexico’s core inflation rose 0.46% in February, slightly below the 0.47% estimate, missing by 0.01 points.
Mexico’s February headline inflation reached 0.5%, exceeding forecasts of 0.43%, indicating upward price pressures
Written on March 9, 2026 at 6:50 pm, by davin
Mexico’s headline inflation rose 0.5% in February, beating the 0.43% forecast and accelerating faster than expected.
In February, Mexico’s 12-month inflation reached 4.02%, exceeding forecasts of 3.94% without surprise
Written on March 9, 2026 at 5:52 pm, by davin
Mexico’s annual inflation climbed to 4.02% in February, surpassing forecasts of 3.94%, signaling higher-than-expected price pressures.
