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Global stocks hit by inflation as market trembles
The Australian federal budget is set to have a negative effect on local stocks – the ASX is tipped to open firmly lower at 10am local time.
There are fears the budget will lead to higher inflation, as Standard and Poors issued a negative outlook for Australia.
Yesterday the ASX closed down 1.1 per cent as US inflation jitters sparked US falls.
GLOBAL INFLATION FEARS
Concerns about rising inflation have loomed over markets for much of this year as the US economy has heated up.
Fears about a sustained jump in inflation have weighed on growth stocks, including those in the tech sector, for much of the year,.
The Australian dollar is higher at US78.45c.
Overnight, investors around the world retreated from stocks as a selloff in technology companies spread to other sectors of the market.
WHAT IS INFLATION?
Inflation occurs when prices rise, decreasing the purchasing power of your dollars. In 1980, for example, a movie ticket cost on average $2.89. By 2019, the average price of a movie ticket had risen to $9.16.
Don’t think of inflation in terms of higher prices for just one item or service, however. Inflation refers to the broad increase in prices across a sector or an industry.
Though it can be frustrating to think about your dollars losing value, most economists consider a small amount of inflation a sign of a healthy economy.
A moderate inflation rate encourages you to spend or invest your money today, rather than stuff it under your mattress and watch its value diminish.
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U.S. markets mixed as tech slumps and Fed moves spark uncertainty
Mixed US equity results as tech stocks drop; market uncertainty rises amid Fed Chair change. Join Steve Gopalan’s insights on FX trends.
Mixed US equity results as tech stocks drop; market uncertainty rises amid Fed Chair change. Join Steve Gopalan’s insights on FX trends.
US equity markets posted mixed results as technology stocks fell, reflecting growing concerns about AI disruptions. The delay of key labour data has added to market uncertainty, especially with President Trump’s recent appointment of Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair.
Steve Gopalan from SkandaFX joins us to discuss how these shifts could influence monetary policy, corporate FX strategies, and the broader financial landscape.
We also dive into FX trends, euro-area inflation signals, and Australian dollar movements, exploring what these developments mean for investors worldwide.
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Tech stocks and Bitcoin tumble amid market uncertainty and rising job concerns
Wall Street plummets as tech stocks and Bitcoin fall, raising concerns about job market and economic stability.
Wall Street plummets as tech stocks and Bitcoin fall, raising concerns about job market and economic stability.
Wall Street took a sharp hit Thursday as technology stocks and Bitcoin plunged, reigniting worries over the job market and global economic stability. Kyle Rodda from Capital.com breaks down how Alphabet and Qualcomm’s earnings may signal broader tech weakness.
Bitcoin’s recent drop also rattled crypto markets, with Coinbase shares falling sharply. Rodda explains how much of the decline is driven by market fundamentals versus shifting investor sentiment, and how rising AI expenditures are affecting investor confidence in tech.
The surge in unemployment claims, coupled with falling bond yields, is prompting concern over overall market stability.
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S&P 500 dips as tech stocks struggle with AMD leading losses
S&P 500 declines as tech stocks sell off; AMD plummets, Microsoft stable, investors eye Alphabet’s upcoming earnings report.
S&P 500 declines as tech stocks sell off; AMD plummets, Microsoft stable, investors eye Alphabet’s upcoming earnings report.
The S&P 500 fell as technology stocks faced intense selling pressure, dragging the broader market lower. AMD shares were particularly hard hit, falling 17% after its first-quarter forecast disappointed analysts.
Software names including Oracle and CrowdStrike also struggled, although Microsoft found some stability amid the sell-off.
Investors are now focused on Alphabet, which is set to report earnings after the bell Wednesday.
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