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Forex update, previewing the FOMC meeting
This week we preview the all-important FOMC meeting this week, giving interest and growth rate projections for the US economy. We also give our take on the outlook for EURUSD and gold, which should rally if the Fed delivers the QE programme.
Forex update, markets look to ECB, US data
We analyse the potential outcome of the weak European data and upcoming ECB meeting and US economic data released this week. Get our view on the outlook for EURUSD and gold in the coming days.
Forex update, things looking up for the Euro, Dollar strength
Watch our weekly forex outlook to get our take on EURUSD and if we believe it can break above 1.30 in the near term following Greece's expected bailout tomorrow. We also take a look at US markets and how they may fare after Thanksgiving especially if the bullish sentiment continues into this week.
Khalifa Fund fostering Emirati entrepreneurship
Video: H.E. Abdullah Al Dharmaki, CEO, Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development, talks to Phil Blizzard at the Meed Abu Dhabi Conference on key aspects of the fund, criteria for start-ups, how the fund is evolving and also the new Venture Capital Fund.
Forex update, US fiscal cliff and Europe outlook leave markets cloudy
This week the update looks at why we think the S&P 500 is starting to look oversold and could be due a pullback. Also, why gold is approaching a pivotal level, and why downward pressures on US Treasury yields will affect the dollar/yen.
UAE entrepreneurs awarded by Gulf Capital SMEinfo
Video: The debut Gulf Capital SMEinfo Awards saw entries from more than 200 SMEs, across all business sectors. Phil Blizzard reports on the gala evening, held at the opulent Jumeirah Zabeel Saray, which saw 55 shortlisted companies being recognised for their business achievements and from these 11 were announced as overall winners in the various categories of the awards.
Forex update, markets watch for effects of US election results
FOREX.com's Kathleen Brooks analyzes what the US Presidential election results mean for the US dollar as both parties look to agree on the way forward for the economy. Meanwhile, lack of policy movement from the ECB continues weak growth leaving the Euro bearish as we await Q3 GDP. We also look at what the Bank of England meetings mean for price action this week.
Gulf Capital SMEinfo awards entrepreneurs at gala event
Video: The debut Gulf Capital SMEinfo Awards recognised the success, growth and innovation of businesses in a glittering ceremony held at the Jumeirah Zabeel Saray on Palm Jumeirah. AMEinfo.com caught up with some of the winners - including Bayt.com, Cobone, Saluki Media and Just Falafel.
Forex update, US elections, China handover dominate market outlooks
We look ahead to some major market moving events this week including US elections, the Chinese handover of power, and ECB and BOE meetings. Find out what this means for the Euro and oil prices.
Eureeca.com to assist SMEs with access to capital through crowd funding
Video: Dubai based Eurreca.com is described as the first global crowd investment market place and is in a position to help SMEs with access to capital. Phil Blizzard spoke with Sam Quawasmi, Co-Founder & MD, Eureeca.com to find out more on crowd funding, which sectors of business are attracted to crowd funding and the benefits to potential investors. He also talks through the on-line process - from the pitch through to capitalization.
Forex update, Gold prices down as US Dollar strengthens
Weak earnings data out of US and European companies weighed heavily on stock markets, exacerbated by Spain still not taking a bailout despite an unemployment rate of 25%. With the Euro testing key support levels against the US Dollar the US currency is holding strongly. Dollar strength and weakness across commodities are also weighing down Gold prices.
Forex update, Gold prices to depend on FOMC QE sentiment
It was all about global growth and the EU summit last week, while this week we focus on October Eurozone PMIs and the FOMC meeting as we look to their commitment to QE. Meanwhile Gold prices will dependon the length and support of QE3 as prices are starting to weaken, we expect $1,700 as the low support.
Forex update, ECB moves push Euro upward
Watch our weekly update with Forex.com as we analyse the impact of US payrolls and the ECB meeting on EURUSD and the gold price. The ECB stands ready to buy up Spanish bonds the minute they sign up to an aid or economic reform programme, which as boosted Euro/Dollar.
Forex update, markets expect volatile October
There could be lots of volatility in October, although next week could see a lack of conviction in the FX, stock and commodity sectors as markets digest what the central banks are planning. We also expect to see a lot of range trading across asset classes, including in the Euro/Dollar, and investors should watch crude oil as a lead indicator to see where other markets are going.
Forex update, markets react to Fed QE3
Video: Markets react to QE3 from the Fed, find out what this means as the dollar dips and oil and gold surge. Regional tensions exacerbate oil prices further as Brent could rise to $120 over the coming week.
