How to Use the VIX: Understanding the Market’s Fear Gauge Article published on February 19th, 2025 6:00AM UK Time In financial markets, fear and uncertainty often drive some of the most volatile price swings. The VIX (Volatility Index), commonly referred to as the “fear gauge,” plays a crucial role in helping traders and investors assess … Read more

RBNZ Interest Rate Decision: A Critical Juncture for Monetary Policy Article published on February 18th, 2025 4:00AM UK Time Market Expectations and Policy Stance The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) is widely expected to continue its rate-cutting cycle on March 19 @0100 UK time.  Market pricing reflects a 87% probability of a 50bps cut, … Read more

UK Labour Market Data in Focus: Sterling Faces Key Tests Article published on February 17th, 2025 9:00AM UK Time The upcoming UK labour market report for the three months to December is expected to show a modest uptick in unemployment to 4.5% from 4.4%, alongside an increase in ex-bonus earnings growth to 5.8% from 5.6%. … Read more

PCE Expectations Revised Lower: Weakening USD, Supporting Equities Article published on February 14th, 2025 6:00AM UK Time Key Takeaways from the Latest Data PCE Expectations Have Softened The median forecast for core PCE is now 0.27% M/M, lower than previous concerns that it could track CPI’s stronger 0.45% M/M print. Year-over-year, core PCE is expected … Read more

Market Analysis: Reciprocal Tariffs, Fed Policy, and Consumer Resilience in Focus Article published on February 13th, 2025 8:11AM UK Time As markets digest geopolitical and economic developments, investor sentiment is being shaped by three key themes: the US administration’s tariff policy shift, Federal Reserve rate expectations, and the evolving state of the consumer. While global … Read more