tag:www.babypips.com,2009:/blogs/piponomics//5 2009-11-20T02:05:00Z Economics play a huge role in the foreign exchange market. I enjoy looking at economic trends and trying to see how it affect 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. tag:www.babypips.com,2009:/blogs/piponomics//5.3706 2009-11-19T13:53:33Z 2009-11-20T02:05:00Z

Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke and ECB President Jean Claude Trichet are arguably the two most influential financial honchos around. As the global economy emerges from the worst recession since WWII, both leaders are stressing "the need" for a stronger dollar in order to stabilize international trade and prices.

Forex Gump Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke and ECB President Jean Claude Trichet are arguably the two most influential financial honchos around. As the global economy emerges from the worst recession since WWII, both leaders are stressing "the need" for a stronger dollar in order to stabilize international trade and prices. tag:www.babypips.com,2009:/blogs/piponomics//5.3693 2009-11-17T11:00:00Z 2009-11-17T09:14:12Z

There seems to be something fishy going on with the US retail sales... First, there's the huge downward revision on the September sales figures then there's this gaping discrepancy between October's headline and core retail sales readings. What's up with that?

Forex Gump There seems to be something fishy going on with the US retail sales... First, there's the huge downward revision on the September sales figures then there's this gaping discrepancy between October's headline and core retail sales readings. What's up with that? tag:www.babypips.com,2009:/blogs/piponomics//5.3677 2009-11-12T11:01:00Z 2009-11-12T08:13:05Z

After all this wand waving by the ECB, will we finally see some magic when the euro zone third quarter GDP reading comes out this Friday?

Forex Gump After all this wand waving by the ECB, will we finally see some magic when the euro zone third quarter GDP reading comes out this Friday? tag:www.babypips.com,2009:/blogs/piponomics//5.3666 2009-11-10T11:00:00Z 2009-11-10T12:55:56Z

Major currencies staged strong rallies against the greenback as last week's G20 summit in Scotland came to a close. Time to don the kilt and sound the bagpipes, aye lads?

Forex Gump Major currencies staged strong rallies against the greenback as last week's G20 summit in Scotland came to a close. Time to don the kilt and sound the bagpipes, aye lads? tag:www.babypips.com,2009:/blogs/piponomics//5.3653 2009-11-05T15:30:19Z 2009-11-05T18:21:05Z

Here we are, approaching another cold November. With another Jobs Jubilee around the corner, will we have something to be thankful for? Or will we get a late Halloween scare?

Forex Gump Here we are, approaching another cold November. With another Jobs Jubilee around the corner, will we have something to be thankful for? Or will we get a late Halloween scare? tag:www.babypips.com,2009:/blogs/piponomics//5.3642 2009-11-03T18:08:34Z 2009-11-03T18:11:02Z

What's the scoop on the UK? Talk of BOE Governor Mervyn King and his merry men possibly expanding their easing program later this week ain't so hush-hush anymore. Is this all just hearsay or will we see more spilled tea?

Forex Gump What's the scoop on the UK? Talk of BOE Governor Mervyn King and his merry men possibly expanding their easing program later this week ain't so hush-hush anymore. Is this all just hearsay or will we see more spilled tea? tag:www.babypips.com,2009:/blogs/piponomics//5.3632 2009-11-02T03:30:33Z 2009-11-02T02:36:35Z

Last week's price action was probably one of the best example on how sentiment can shift on a dime. We've got a heavy economic calendar this week, so don't forget to check my daily economic roundup to know what's coming up next!

Forex Gump Last week's price action was probably one of the best example on how sentiment can shift on a dime. We've got a heavy economic calendar this week, so don't forget to check my daily economic roundup to know what's coming up next! tag:www.babypips.com,2009:/blogs/piponomics//5.3629 2009-10-30T21:45:44Z 2009-10-31T13:50:52Z

Early this month, the NZDUSD continued its steady climb, hitting yet another yearly high. However, the Kiwi has given up all of its October gains the past three days -what gives?

Forex Gump Early this month, the NZDUSD continued its steady climb, hitting yet another yearly high. However, the Kiwi has given up all of its October gains the past three days -what gives? tag:www.babypips.com,2009:/blogs/piponomics//5.3627 2009-10-30T01:56:32Z 2009-10-30T02:23:16Z

Happy Halloween! Will we get another treat from today's action? Before you change into your costumes.. first, see what's up in our daily economic roundup!

Forex Gump Happy Halloween! Will we get another treat from today's action? Before you change into your costumes.. first, see what's up in our daily economic roundup! tag:www.babypips.com,2009:/blogs/piponomics//5.3623 2009-10-29T01:20:40Z 2009-10-29T02:27:53Z

The release of the US third quarter GDP could cause quite a commotion during today's US session. Aside from that, what other economic reports could rock the markets this day?

Forex Gump The release of the US third quarter GDP could cause quite a commotion during today's US session. Aside from that, what other economic reports could rock the markets this day? tag:www.babypips.com,2009:/blogs/piponomics//5.3620 2009-10-28T02:30:49Z 2009-10-28T02:47:09Z

The dollar is gaining steam, as it generally finished higher against other majors in yesterdays trading! Is dollar buying here to stay?

Forex Gump The dollar is gaining steam, as it generally finished higher against other majors in yesterdays trading! Is dollar buying here to stay? tag:www.babypips.com,2009:/blogs/piponomics//5.3616 2009-10-27T17:22:14Z 2009-10-27T17:33:28Z

The greenback takes center stage this week as traders eagerly await the release of the US third quarter GDP. Would it follow the footsteps of the Aussie and the Kiwi in enjoying positive economic growth? Or would it suffer the same fate as the pound after the UK printed a negative GDP reading?

Forex Gump The greenback takes center stage this week as traders eagerly await the release of the US third quarter GDP. Would it follow the footsteps of the Aussie and the Kiwi in enjoying positive economic growth? Or would it suffer the same fate as the pound after the UK printed a negative GDP reading? tag:www.babypips.com,2009:/blogs/piponomics//5.3612 2009-10-27T01:00:00Z 2009-10-27T01:40:46Z

Despite the light economic calendar, the USD managed to gain significant ground against most major currencies yesterday. Another chance for investors to sell the USD at more expensive levels? Perhaps!

Forex Gump Despite the light economic calendar, the USD managed to gain significant ground against most major currencies yesterday. Another chance for investors to sell the USD at more expensive levels? Perhaps! tag:www.babypips.com,2009:/blogs/piponomics//5.3609 2009-10-26T02:20:02Z 2009-10-26T02:39:37Z

This week will be action-packed once again with the release of several top notch economic updates. See what's up on our daily economic round up!

Forex Gump This week will be action-packed once again with the release of several top notch economic updates. See what's up on our daily economic round up! tag:www.babypips.com,2009:/blogs/piponomics//5.3606 2009-10-23T01:50:45Z 2009-10-23T02:10:39Z

It's the last day of the week, my fellow forex traders! Time to lock in those profits, yes? Before you do, make sure you check out today's economic roundup!

Forex Gump It's the last day of the week, my fellow forex traders! Time to lock in those profits, yes? Before you do, make sure you check out today's economic roundup!