The Australian Dollar (AUD/USD) is gaining as Reserve Bank governor Philip Lowe warms to the prospects of interest rate rises, despite a worrying housing bubble.
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On the anniversary of the FTSE 100's covid-19 pandemic bottom, Rightmove shares and AutoTrader shares stand out for their market dominance in red-hot industries.
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Shares in the FTSE 100 trust have fallen by a third since November. It must now juggle conflicting pressures: inflation, the Ukraine war, Chinese politics, and a resurgent pandemic.
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We look at some of the most important stocks traders and investors should watch out for this week.
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Gold prices have stabilized a bit following an aggressive selloff from last week’s highs above the $2000/oz figure. The ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine seems to be the driving catalyst in play, with the decline probably echoing broader hopes for de-escalation after cautiously supportive comments from Moscow and Kyiv.
Tellingly, the drop registered alongside a parallel narrowing of the spread between front- and second-month Brent crude oil futures. That speaks to easing supply disruption
Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 21st March 2022. These are projected dividends and likely to change. IG cannot be held responsible for any changes made.
Dividends highlighted in red include a special dividend, therefore some or all of the amount will not be adjusted. Amount in brackets is the expected adjustment after special dividends excluded (where shown on major indices). Dividend adjustments due to be posted on
With Pound Sterling weakening against the US Dollar, Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey must risk either an inflationary wage-price spiral or severe recession.
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Tullow Oil shares have fallen 25% over the past week to 47p after lacklustre full-year results. But its 10-year investment strategy makes the stock an interesting long-term proposition.
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A pause in downward moves for EUR/USD and GBP/USD is matched by a consolidation for USD/JPY following its huge rally.
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EUR/USD ticks higher for a third day
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The FTSE 100 fell below 7,000 points earlier this month, before recovering. But the Russia-Ukraine war, covid-19 pandemic and tightening monetary policy could cause another market sell-off soon.
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Chinese ADRs listed on US exchanges rebounded, setting a positive tone for Hong Kong market at open; falling crude oil prices alleviated inflation concerns and the FOMC meeting will be closely watched by traders.
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Markets and investors are preparing for the first Fed rate increase since the pandemic, with further increases likely as the year goes on.
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While hostilities on the ground escalate, Ukrainian and Russian negotiators could be thrashing out a peace deal. If successful, these British stocks could soar.
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As the Ukraine crisis escalates, Russia has approved 200 export bans in retaliation to Western sanctions. Nickel, palladium, and uranium could be next as these metals cannot easily be replaced by alternatives.
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The Amazon stock split will dilute the value of each share by a factor of 20, without affecting the e-commerce giant's inherent value. Its new CEO, the Dow Jones, and renewed share price momentum all factor.
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Will Boohoo’s share price recover after trading turned a corner?
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Boohoo's share price jumped 17% on Thursday to 91.97p after the company surprise
The Bank of Japan is set to hold their monetary meeting across 17 – 18 March 2022, with the central bank’s assessment of growth and inflation in focus.
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Polymetal shares have collapsed since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and the company remains threatened by two-way sanctions and a possible delisting in London. But high volatility suggests some believe the miner is worth the risk.
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Forex Shares Commodities Russia Ukrain
Please see the expected dividend adjustment figures for a number of our major indices for the week commencing 14th March 2022. These are projected dividends and likely to change. IG cannot be held responsible for any changes made.
Dividends highlighted in red include a special dividend, therefore some or all of the amount will not be adjusted. Amount in brackets is the expected adjustment after special dividends excluded (where shown on major indices). Dividend adjustments due to be posted on
Wheat prices could be hitting record highs again this week. While Russia and Ukraine together generate 30% of global production, exports from both countries have all but ceased.
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Commodities Wheat Fertilizer Ukraine Russia Price
We will analyse what the technical picture has to say and what possible downside targets would be triggered by a fall through recent lows.
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Axel Rudolph | Market Analyst, London | Publication date: Wednesday 09 March 2022