Observations of increasing inflation and wage pressures.
Limited potential for USD/JPY to rise further.
Guidance on trading USD/JPY available in a complimentary guide.
Economic Insights:
Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Hideki Murai of Japan notes early signs of inflation and wage increases, hinting at a possible shift from Japan’s long-standing loose monetary policy.
Murai advocates for economic revitalization through growth and wage increases, indicating a move towards a more sustainable economic model.
Bank of Japan board member Hajime Takata expresses optimism about reaching the central bank’s 2% inflation target.
Market Movements:
Recent statements have slightly increased expectations for an interest rate hike by the Bank of Japan, with a 40% chance of a hike at the upcoming meeting. However, June is viewed as a more probable time for exiting negative interest rates.
USD/JPY is trading just above the 150 mark, with significant resistance at the 151.90 level making further increases challenging.
The currency pair shows more potential for a downward movement, with several support levels identified before reaching the 145 area.
Trading Sentiment:
Retail trader data shows a low percentage of net-long positions, suggesting a possible rise in USD/JPY prices based on contrarian market sentiment.
STOCK MARKET:
Market Summary:
U.S. stock markets ended the day lower amid concerns over potential interest rate cuts and shifts in major tech stocks, collectively known as the “Magnificent Seven.”
The Nasdaq Composite led the decline, falling approximately 1.7%, influenced by decreases in Apple and Tesla shares.
The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average both dropped over 1%.
Key Company Movements:
Apple faced a downturn after reports of a 24% decrease in iPhone sales in China and a recent $2 billion EU antitrust fine.
Tesla’s shares fell due to a halt in operations at its Berlin Gigafactory, compounded by shipping concerns and competition in China.
Currency Fluctuations:
Bitcoin reached a new all-time high, surpassing $68,789, but then fell 10%, stabilizing around $62,000 per coin.
Investor Sentiment and Federal Reserve Expectations:
Investor optimism wanes as tech sector gains seem to plateau, affecting market momentum.
Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic’s comments have tempered expectations for Federal Reserve easing, predicting only one rate cut this year.
All eyes are on Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s upcoming congressional testimony for indications of future monetary policy.
Corporate Earnings Highlight:
Target’s earnings exceeded expectations, resulting in a share price increase of over 10%.
Sector Spotlight:
CrowdStrike’s shares jumped 17% following its earnings report, which surpassed expectations and provided strong future guidance. The company’s performance contributed to a nearly 40% increase in its stock price since the year’s start.
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