Fed's Soothing Messages Propel Asian and European Markets
Tuesday, 6 August 2024, 04:37
Market Recovery Overview
A powerful rally has lifted Japan's Nikkei and Asian stock markets. European and U.S. stock futures indicate they will follow suit.
Factors Behind the Selloff
- Japan's rate hike
- Unwind of yen-funded global trades
- Weakness in U.S. jobs data
- Middle East tensions
Role of Central Banks
Despite the reasons for the earlier decline, a soothing message from central bank officials reignited optimism in the markets.
Nikkei's Performance
As Europe begins trading, the Nikkei has risen an impressive 9%, nearly erasing the 12.4% decline from Monday that had propelled it into bear market territory.
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