Britain Bounces Out of Recession!
The markets got a bit of good news last Thursday when U.K.'s Office for National Statistics revealed that the British economy finally managed to crawl out of recession. … More…
About Piponomics
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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3 Reasons Why the Dollar Could Rally
Ding ding ding ding! It's back to the charts for U.S. traders! Before you place your trades today, check out why I think the dollar could rally over the next couple of days.… More…
U.S. GDP: Is It What It's Cracked Up to Be?
Last Friday, the U.S. Q3 2012 GDP report came in surprisingly better than expected. Is this a legit sign of life from the economy?… More…
4 Reasons Why the BOJ Might Ease Again
If you've been following the BOJ rate decisions closely, you'd know that the Japanese central bank already eased monetary policy thrice this year. Will we see their fourth set of stimulus on October 30?… More…
3 Main Takeaways from the RBNZ Statement
How did new RBNZ head Graeme Wheeler fare during his very first rate decision? Will the RBNZ cut rates anytime soon? Get the answers to these questions and more by reading these main takeaways from the RBNZ statement. … More…
Germany Showing Cracks in Its Armor
Big brother Germany is losing its shine in the euro region! Here's why we should be worried about Germany's latest stretch of poor economic data. … More…
FOMC Meeting: More of the Same
No tricks nor treats from the Fed this Halloween! In its very first monetary policy meeting following the announcement of QE3, the central bank decided to maintain its wait-and-see approach.… More…
Is the BOC Really Still Hawkish?
Surprise! Instead of donning on dovish feathers, the BOC seems to have turned hawkish in its latest monetary policy decision. What do they REALLY think of Canada's economic prospects?… More…
RBNZ Rate Statement: Wheeler Behind the Wheel
The pressure is on new RBNZ Governor Graeme Wheeler as he's set to deliver his very first rate statement tomorrow!… More…
3 Events that Rocked the Euro Over the Weekend
Too much partying over the weekend and can't make sense of what's happening in the euro zone? Fret no further my fun-loving, friends! Here's a roundup of the key events that took place in the region over the weekend!… More…
3 Reasons Why Slowing Growth Is Good News for China
In Q3 2012, the Chinese economy grew at its slowest pace in three years! But wait, why does it seem like everyone's okay with it? Here are three reasons why its most recent GDP report is good news for China.… More…
Big Banks' Exchange Rate Forecast for Q4 2012
Hear ye, hear ye! I've got some very important information to share with you regarding where the major currency pairs could possibly go in the fourth quarter. You do not want to miss this!… More…
BOE: Hawks vs. Doves
The latest MPC meeting minutes was a doozy! While it revealed that policymakers voted unanimously to keep asset purchases and interest rates unchanged, it also showed that they were split on their views on further stimulus.… More…
Housing Starts Surge; Are Jobs Next?
U.S. housing is staging a rebound! They say good luck seldom comes in pairs, however, I still can't help but wonder if the labor market will be next. Let's take a look at the facts, shall we?… More…
Spain One Step Closer to Pseudo Bailout?
The plot thickens in the Spanish bailout saga! Read up to know the 411 on Spain and why the euro rallied yesterday! … More…
Wherefore Art Thou, US Retail Sales Rally?
After showing positive jobs and consumer confidence data last week, Uncle Sam is on a roll with its strong retail sales numbers! So where's the risk rally at?… More…
China Rocks the Weekend with Huge Exports Gains
And just like that, China's right back on track! With export growth exceeding expectations, could this be the start of another awesome run by the Chinese economy? … More…
What's Up With the Chinese Yuan Breaking its Record Highs?
Last Friday marked the second consecutive day that the yuan had appreciated to its record highs against the dollar. Is China up to something? … More…
Brazil & South Korea Join Rate Cut Bandwagon
Major economies aren't the only ones undergoing interest rate cuts these days as emerging nations are starting to join the easing craze. What does this mean for the global economy?… More…
Fed and ECB Monetary Policy Outlook for Q4 2012
Ahhh, how fast time flies! We've got less than three months left for 2012. Let's take a look at what two of the most influential central banks--the Fed and the ECB--have done and what they could still do in the last quarter of the year.… More…
S&P Adds to the Pain in Spain
Ay caramba! Just when everyone was gonna close shop at the end of yesterday's New York session, ratings agency Standard & Poor's came out of nowhere and downgraded Spanish debt!… More…
Trading Guide: Australian Jobs Data
Planning on trading the release of Australia's employment report? Check out these tips and tricks based on past price action!… More…
BOE IDOL: The Search for Britain's Next Central Bank Governor
After almost a decade, the time has come once again for the U.K. finance minister to find the Bank of England's next governor! The search is on, baby!… More…
What Happened to the NFP Rally?!
Did last Friday's confusing post-NFP action leave you scratchin' your noggin? You ain't alone, bub.… More…
Sanctions Rock Iranian Rial
Back in February, Western powers decided to team up in order to put pressure on Iran and force it to halt its nuclear power programs. While Iran hasn't backed down just yet, it may be running out of as options as its currency is now paying the price...… More…
A Rare Appearance at the BOJ Statement
Things are getting interesting in the Land of the Rising Sun...… More…
3 Reasons Why You Should Think About Selling the Kiwi
Over the past few days, U.S. data and speculations about a Spanish bailout have been hogging the spotlight. Let's not forget, however, that much has been going on in New Zealand and some reasons to short the Kiwi have popped up lately.… More…
How to Trade EUR/USD this NFP Friday
Don't look now but its NFP Friday, baby! Y'all ready for the granddaddy of economic reports? Make sure you prep yo' self before you wreck yo' self by checking out my guide to trading the NFP report! … More…
A Tale of Two Central Banks
Both the ECB and the BOE are set to make their monetary policy statements this week. Let's take a look at what happened during their previous decisions to figure out what could happen this time around and how these could affect EUR/USD and GBP/USD.… More…
Surprise from Down Under: RBA Cuts Rates
Talk about starting the quarter with a bang! In a surprise move yesterday, Glenn Stevens and the rest of the brainiacs over at the Reserve Bank of Australia hit the markets with a rate cut! Check out what happened and how this affects the Aussie after the jump! … More…
The Tankan Survey: More Easing to Come?
The Tankan survey, for those of you not in the know, is one of Japan's most important economic releases. Do yourself a favor and read all about it!… More…
