by Gerhard Massenbauer | Feb 4, 2025 | Analysis, Markets, Multi-currency
Economic development in the emerging markets has stagnated for over 15 years. The slump in commodity prices in 2012 and China’s property crisis exacerbated structural weaknesses. Now US customs policy is placing additional burdens: High tariffs on Mexican...
by Gerhard Massenbauer | Jan 19, 2025 | Analysis, General, Markets
If you follow the thinking in the media, it seems that the strength of the USD is a fact of life. I am not convinced that this trend will continue for very long. Since the USD overcame 1.0860 EUR/USD (lower bandwidth level 2023/2024), the euro has fallen very quickly....
by Gerhard Massenbauer | Jan 9, 2025 | Analysis, Markets
The current economic situation in the USA is characterised by an exciting tension between growth, inflation expectations and a very strong currency. The US dollar (USD) is experiencing a strength that has far-reaching effects on global markets, the credit landscape...
by Gerhard Massenbauer | Nov 14, 2024 | Analysis, Markets, Multi-currency
In the run-up to the upcoming US presidential election, uncertain times are looming for the global financial markets. Historically, close and controversial election results have led to increased volatility. This uncertainty not only affects the US dollar, but also has...
by Gerhard Massenbauer | Nov 14, 2024 | Markets
Ever since the US Federal Reserve (FED) began raising interest rates three years ago, a recession seemed inevitable. The economic backdrop was in favor of this: the fastest and strongest interest rate hikes in over 40 years and an ongoing war in Ukraine, which caused...
by Gerhard Massenbauer | Nov 14, 2024 | Markets
While the upcoming US presidential election is often overhyped, market volatility is likely to increase depending on the outcome. For investors looking for market movement, this presents an opportunity, while industrial companies face growing challenges. The last 15...
