Morning offer: Finally, bad news is bad news

19 January (Reuters) – A look at the day ahead at Asian markets from Jamie McGeever. No fireworks from the Bank of Japan, but plenty of damp squibs for investors…

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In 2022, inflation data surpassed the Fed’s comments about moving markets, the report said

NEW YORK, January 18 (Reuters) – Last year, inflation data that forced the Federal Reserve to embark on a historically aggressive path of rate hikes was a bigger market mover…

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Analysis: Turkey and its markets are heading for an election crossroads

Turkey’s presidential election represents a major split. Side effects of unorthodox economics crucial for voters Repeated periods of market turmoil have led investors to leave Turkey Economists recognize that a…

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PineBridge and Pictet increase exposure to China real estate on hopes of a recovery

HONG KONG, Jan. 18 (Reuters) – Global investors including PineBridge and Pictet are ramping up their exposure to Chinese real estate developers, betting that a slew of support measures for…

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BOJ defies market bets for policy adjustments, causing the yen to tumble

BOJ keeps interest rate targets, yield margin intact BOJ Runs Market Operation Tool, Signals Status Quo On YCC Board raises inflation forecasts but lowers growth forecasts TOKYO, Jan. 18 (Reuters)…

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Goldman misses earnings estimates as deal closings slump and consumer business hits

17 Jan. (Reuters) – Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS.N) reported a larger-than-expected 69% drop in fourth-quarter earnings on Tuesday as it struggled with a slump in deal closings, a drop…

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Analysis: Bond traders are regaining their swagger in interest-obsessed markets

NEW YORK, January 17 (Reuters) – Bond traders are once again stars on Wall Street. Fixed income, currency and commodities (FICC) traders boosted bank profits last year despite bleak deal…

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