For a long time, traders considered American Non-farm Payrolls (NFP) the most important release in the market. However, the situation has changed. Now US CPI moves financial markets.
June 26: stocks gained despite virus fears
The market sentiment is mixed. Yesterday unemployment claims in the USA came worse than analysts expected.
US states such as Florida and Texas recorded new coronavirus outbreaks. Localized restrictions have been imposed in Portugal, Germany, Australia and China.
Nevertheless, stocks gained slightly yesterday. Investors stay optimistic because they believe that the second wave will be offset by the additional stimulus measures from the government.
Follow US reports of personal spending and consumer sentiment at 15:30 MT time today.
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