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Oct

Average Earnings Index (GBP) – 15/10

: Donald Herison; 15 October 2014; Hits: 2511

What is it? It check the change in the price businesses and the government pay for labor, including bonuses.

It's a leading indicator of consumer inflation - when businesses pay more for labor the higher costs are usually passed on to the consumer.

Usual Effect: If the number is higher than the forecast, you can expect the GBP to rise.

When? October 15^th at 4:30am Eastern Time.

Trading Tip: This announcement can greatly affect the GBP, make sure to make your trades before.

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ECB President Draghi Speaks

Oil at a 3 Year Low

European Growth Worries Affects Asia and Oil

Oct

ECB President Draghi Speaks (EUR) – 15/10

: Donald Herison; 15 October 2014; Hits: 2775

What is it? ECB president Draghi is due to deliver opening remarks at the 7th Statistics Conference organized by the European Central Bank, in Frankfurt.

As head of the ECB, which controls short term interest rates, he has more influence over the euro's value than any other person. Traders scrutinize his public engagements as they are often used to drop subtle clues regarding future monetary policy.

Usual Effect: If the speech will hint towards higher interest rates, you can expect the EUR to rise.

When? October 15^th at 3:00am Eastern Time.

Trading Tip: This announcement can greatly affect the EUR, make sure to make your trades before.

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Oil at a 3 Year Low

European Growth Worries Affects Asia and Oil

Yen and Euro Rise Against Dollar

Oct

13/10/2014 - October Daily Review

: Donald Herison; 13 October 2014; Hits: 1573

The International Monetary Fund was the main mover of markets at the end of last week. They first downgraded their forecast for global growth in 2015 following weakness in the Eurozone and emerging markets.

Markets reacted negatively and stocks suffered a strong sell off. US markets dropped by their strongest rate in two years. Asian markets were mixed during today’s session, while European markets were higher today, posting gains for the first time in five sessions.

Oil dropped to a 3 year low after the IMF summit. Slower global growth would lead to lower demand for oil and so the price was pushed lower. The price has been under pressure for over 2 months as global demand for oil is slowing.

Gold climbed as a safe haven asset last week. The rapid sell off in the stock market was bullish for Gold as it acts as an alternative investment to equities.

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4 Tips for Today's Trading - 13/10

Oil at a 3 Year Low

Yen and Euro Rise Against Dollar

Oct

4 Tips for Today’s Trading - 13/10

: Donald Herison; 13 October 2014; Hits: 3292

Here are 4 tips for today's trading. This will help you decide where you should invest and what to look for:

1) More Pain to Come?

The Dow suffered its worst drop of the year last week and ended 2.7% lower. Tech stocks were particularly hard hit.

US stock futures were trending lower on Monday, suggesting that a dramatic rebound may not be in the cards.

2) Fear Everywhere

Investors are absolutely terrified right now. Markets are particularly unnerved by the Federal Reserve's plans to end its unprecedented stimulus and low interest rate policies.

Around the globe, problem spots are appearing: Germany doesn't look good; neither does Japan.

3) No Safe Haven

Japan's Nikkei was closed for a holiday, but other Asian markets ended mixed despite positive Chinese trade data. European markets were firmly in the red.

4) Stay Tuned

Some of the biggest companies in the US are up to bat with third quarter earnings this week. Netflix (NFLX, Tech30) and eBay (EBAY, Tech30) will report Wednesday. Google (GOOG) is up on Thursday.