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Next 24 hours: Disconnect between currencies and stocks

Today’s report: What's up with all this Yen demand?

The trend over the past several sessions has been one of higher stocks and a lower US Dollar. Into Tuesday, we’re seeing some evidence of a breakdown in this correlation. Stocks continue to hold up, though currencies have been giving back some gains against the Buck. The biggest standout here has been the Yen.   read report

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Wake-up call

Next 24 hours: It's pretty ugly out there

Today’s report: Markets in turmoil as the new week gets going

Markets are in turmoil as the new week gets going. US equity futures have fallen through the floor, the major currencies are rocketing and OIL has collapsed. All of this coming from a culmination of events, with investors contending with a flurry of downside risk.   read report

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Wake-up call

Central banks running out of tools

Next 24 hours: A tale of two economies

Today’s report: Central banks running out of tools

The big story into Thursday is the de-escalation of tension between the US and Iran, which has helped to infuse a fresh appetite for US equities, racing to yet another record high. It’s clear, this market isn’t going to be bothered by much, instead focused on the directive from a Federal Reserve to keep buying.   read report

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Wake-up call

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