Operation Twist: Boon or Bane?
Last week, our good old buddies at the FOMC decided to implement a "brand new" program to boost the economy called Operation Twist. Do the Fed officials themselves think it'll do the trick?… More…
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Economics plays a huge role in the foreign exchange market. I enjoy looking at economic trends and trying to see how it affects currencies and life in general. I will post my thoughts and observations here. I'm throwing macroeconomics, forex trading, pop culture, and everyday life into a pot and hopefully the final product are lessons that are easy for you to consume.
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Is New Zealand in a Sweet Spot?
Well, if RBNZ Governor Alan Bollard is to be believed, it is! According to the central bank head honcho, New Zealand is in a "reasonably sweet sort of spot" with regard to its current monetary policy.… More…
Is Merkel Losing Her Friends... And Her Job?
On Monday, I talked about discussions between European leaders on the EFSF leveraging and using it as a stop gap to save the stumbling euro zone economies. Today, I want to shine the lime light on Germany and the EFSF. Word around the hood is that it could actually cost Chancellor Merkel her job.… More…
Broadbent to Join Posen's Wolf Pack?
With so many reasons to boost the economy with more stimulus, many are expecting other MPC members to join Posen in voting for more quantitative easing. But could it be that Posen has already found a new member for his wolf pack?… More…
EU's Next Move: EFSF Leveraging?
With the FOMC finished with its big number this month, all eyes are once again on the euro zone debt crisis. What have the market movers come up with in their meeting last weekend and how will it impact investors' concerns on the euro region?… More…
Three Really Weird Pairs You Should Keep An Eye On
Can't get a hold of the majors? Maybe it's time for you to take a look at some cross currency and exotic pairs! Here are three pairs that could yield you some pips if you play them correctly. … More…
Adam Posen a Lone Wolf... For Now
Adam Posen may look a lot like the character Alan in the hit comedy "The Hangover," but Posen lacks something that Alan has - a wolf pack! Earlier this week, it was revealed that Posen was a lone wolf in the most recent monetary policy committee meeting in voting for an immediate increase in the Bank of England's asset purchase program. … More…
Operation Twist: Is It Enough?
After days of suspense, the Fed finally released its short-term plans for the economy! What the heck is the Fed's "Operation Twist" and how will it affect market participants?… More…
China May Be Rich, But It Can't Save the Euro Zone
Word got out last week that China is gonna step up its game, play superhero, and save the euro zone from its debt crisis. If I'm not mistaken, the rumor started when news hit the airwaves that Chinese officials discussed their plans of buying Italian debt.… More…
Another SNB Peg? Why Not?
Looks like the markets are expecting the Swiss National Bank to step up its game! Speculation that the central bank may peg EUR/CHF at 1.2500 brought crazy market volatility yesterday. What's stoking all these rumors? … More…
The FOMC Meeting is Finally Upon Us!
Finally, the moment you've all been waiting for has arrived! The first ever two-day FOMC meeting! Could this be the make-or-break moment for the U.S. economy? Read on to find out more!… More…
Greece: Time to Panic?
You can't see it, but you can sense it. Panic is in the air as pressure is mounting for Greece to get its finances together. With barely enough cash to fund another month, Greece is in a race against time as it will need to cough up serious money in October to pay part of its previously acquired debt.… More…
The Top 4 Reasons Why the Pound Will Probably Continue to Fall
I don't want to dampen your mood but I don't want to sugarcoat things either. In today's issue of Piponomics, I'll take a look at the top 4 reasons why I think the pound will most likely continue to fall.… More…
U.S. CPI: Fed's Target Hit!
Watch out kids! It looks like it won't be long until we see Big Ben take the same chill pill that other central bankers have been taking to get rid of their inflation-induced headaches. The stats for August show that inflation has already hit the Fed's target!… More…
They're bonds... Eurobonds.
With the markets in turmoil, the topic of Eurobonds has resurfaced to take the limelight. How exactly will these bonds be structured and what obstacles stand in the way of its implementation? Read on to find out more!… More…
Keeping Up With the Comdoll Nations
Forget the reality T.V. show "Keeping up with the Kardashians!" If you want an edge over other market players, you've got to keep up with the comdoll nations!… More…
Euro Zone Debt Crisis Prompts Action from Leaders
It's been almost two years since the Greek debt drama started, but it seems like Greece's financial problems are here to stay. Can economic and financial leaders step in to save the day?… More…
Obama's American Jobs Act: What's Hot And What's Not?
A week after the U.S. jobs report printed a big fat zero, President Obama unveiled the much-awaited American Jobs Act. Sure, his plan looked very promising, but will it finally work?… More…
Who the Heck is Mario Draghi?
With long-time ECB President Jean Claude Trichet about to step down next month, it's time to get to know the new incoming head honcho, Mario Draghi!… More…
3 Reasons Why the Euro Collapsed
That the euro zone economy is in deep trouble has never been a secret to market participants. So what exactly caused the euro's dramatic plunge against its counterparts last Friday? Here are three possible reasons.… More…
More Bailouts Easy for EZ?
What a relief! The German court ruled in favor of the Greek bailouts and decided not to make things any more complicated for the euro zone. Read on to find out how the euro reacted and whether this could ultimately put an end to euro zone's debt concerns.… More…
Will Gold Hit $2,000?
Gold prices tumbled by 3.2% after the SNB announced its currency peg this week. Is the gold rally over or is this our chance to buy the dip?… More…
Let's Do the Twist!
I'm not talking about the dance, fellas. I'm referring to Operation Twist, one of the alternatives the Fed is contemplating in place of QE3!… More…
Franc-Euro Peg: Yay Or Nay?
This is it! In a move that rocked the markets yesterday, the Swiss National Bank finally went all-in with its bets and pegged the franc to the euro. The question is, will the strategy work?… More…
Your Guide to Tomorrow's Rate Decisions
Now that the RBA has fired the first salvo on this week's interest rate decisions, it's time to shift our focus on the BOJ and the BOC. What factors are weighing on their decisions this week?… More…
NFP: What the Big Fat ZERO for August Means
A big fat ZERO! No, I'm not talking about Pipcrawler's kill count on our last Call of Duty session. In case you were busy party rockin' the night away last Friday, it's the figure the NFP report printed for August. What does this mean for the President Obama, the Fed, and the U.S. dollar?… More…
Is No One Safe???
The U.S. and euro zone debt situations have been widely publicized. But did you know that China has a mountain of debt of its own to deal with?… More…
How Important Is the American Consumer?
Earlier this week, big news hit the airwaves that consumer confidence dropped to its lowest level in two years! While this data doesn't normally carry the same fanfare as that of GDP figures and the non-farm payrolls report, lemme show you how the average Joe's sentiment may be more significant than you think...… More…
Who Is Alan Krueger?
President Obama has picked economic guru Alan Krueger to be a part of the White House Council of Economic Advisers. Will he be able to keep the economy from taking a turn for the worse, becoming as scary as a scene on A Nightmare on Elm Street?… More…
Scenarios for the NFP
It's NFP time again, and you know the drill! Let's take a look at what the markets are expecting, how the Fed could react, and what it could mean for the U.S. dollar.… More…
