Spread bets and CFDs on the sterling in forex trading
Spread betting and contracts for differences on the spot forex market should consider that the Bank of England has held rates steady again. The rate remains at 0.50%. This is unsurprising, as many have expected the Bank of England to hold the course for now.
Nevertheless, the sterling did get a brief boost on the spot forex market after the announcement, even…
Spread betting and contracts for differences on U.S. stocks
Spread bets and CFDs on the U.S. stock market should consider that futures are mixed this morning. They are largely rangebound as investors mull over a few new developments.
The ADP jobs report shows that unemployment is slowing, with the smallest contraction in jobs in two years. The news is providing some hope that the employment situation in the U.S. may begin to…
Spread betting and contracts for differences on U.S. stocks
Spread bets and CFDs on the U.S. stock market should consider that futures are mixed this morning. They are largely rangebound as investors mull over a few new developments.
The ADP jobs report shows that unemployment is slowing, with the smallest contraction in jobs in two years. The news is providing some hope that the employment situation in the U.S. may begin to…
Spread bets and CFDs on gold prices
Spread betting and contracts for differences on commodities should consider that gold is soaring right now. Earlier today, gold prices surged to the $1,140 mark, and even touched higher. The news that Greece was ready to adopt austerity measures has been helping.
However, gold has pulled back a little bit, dropping back below $1,140 an ounce. But that may be short lived. There are hopes…
Spread betting and contracts for differences on European stocks
Spread bets and CFDs on European indices should consider that things are looking a little better today. Earlier in the session, European markets moved higher on Greek austerity plans. In spite of protests by the public, the government plans to implement budget cutting measures.
However, the gains by European stocks were limited, and now major indices have slipped back into the red. Investors…
Spread bets and CFDs on the loonie
Spread betting and contracts for differences on the spot forex market should consider that the Canadian dollar is poised for a positive run. Yesterday, the Bank of Canada was considerably more hawkish than usual, backing off an earlier pledge to keep rates steady until June.
Canadian policymakers appear ready to tighten monetary policy in an effort to keep inflation under control. GFT’s Kathy Lien reports…
Spread betting and contracts for differences on U.S. stocks
Spread bets and CFDs on the U.S. stock market should consider that futures are pointing to a higher open. Bulls appear to be firmly in control, with yesterday’s rally and today’s prospects.
Deal activity continues today, after yesterday’s mergers, and this is a good sign for Wall Street. Markets in Europe are higher right now, including the FTSE 100, and Asian markets saw…
Spread bets and CFDs on the Aussie in forex trading
Spread betting and contracts for differences on the spot forex market should consider that the Aussie is a bit subdued today — even after raising its benchmark rate to 4%.
The Australian dollar’s movements were small today, even on the gains by the interest rate, due to cautious words expressed by RBA officials. Even though tightening is required, RBA officials are concerned…
Spread betting and contracts for differences on oil prices
Spread bets and CFDs on commodities should consider that oil prices are heading a bit higher today. They have yet to break through the $80 a barrel barrier, but they are reaching for it.
Investors are look at signs of global economic recovery, and hoping that it means an increase in demand for oil. Japan’s jobless rate had dipped, and Australia continues to…
Spread bets and CFDs on gold prices
Spread betting and contracts for differences on commodities should consider that gold prices are higher this morning. After a rocky go last week, the precious metal is heading higher.
Metals are still in a good place after yesterday’s gains by copper after the Chile earthquake. Additionally, commodities are getting a boost from the fact that risk appetite is making a comeback in the financial markets.
Right…