Key Takeaways: 
Dollar gains ground ahead of busy economic data week 
US inflation data takes center stage with expectations of 0.4% increase 
Global economic releases this week include euro zone, Japan, and Australia inflation figures 
Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) rate decision and PMI readings in China also scheduled 
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Most Asian currencies weakened while the dollar gained ground Investors are awaiting cues on interest rates and U.S. inflation 
Anticipation of Japanese inflation and Chinese PMI data is keeping traders on edge 
Focus is on Japanese CPI data for January 
Potential government intervention limited further losses in the … Read more
Key Takeaways: 
The Canadian dollar weakened against the USD this week Market drivers of loonie weakness include spreads working against the CAD 
Canadian CPI data coming in cooler than expected may lead to a Bank of Canada rate cut 
Scotiabank analysts expect the CAD’s linkage with stocks to soften Wells … Read more
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Concerned about China’s excess manufacturing capacity impacting the global economy 
Chinese heavily subsidized manufacturing capacity for various goods creating overcapacity 
U.S. implementing measures like tariffs and tax credits to keep Chinese EVs out of the market Engaging in discussions with China to ensure fair competition on a global scale … Read more
Key Takeaways: Adeyemo does not believe that China’s economic challenges will have a major impact on the US economy 
Excess manufacturing capacity from China, particularly in electric vehicles and solar panels, is a concern for the global economy U.S. tariffs and tax credits aim to prevent Chinese EVs from dominating the U.S. … Read more
Key Takeaways Switzerland prefers physical cash over payment apps Cash is the most accepted payment method for face-to-face businesses 
Mobile payment apps are becoming more popular, surpassing credit and debit cards Bank transfers are popular for Swiss companies dealing with clients remotely 
Concerns raised about marginalized groups due to lack … Read more
Key Takeaways: Most Asian currencies weakened following hawkish signals from the Federal Reserve and strong U.S. labor data Dollar index and futures showed little movement in Asian trade, with mild weekly losses 
Japanese market holiday with muted trading volumes, yen above 150 level to the dollar 
Chinese yuan, South Korean won, … Read more
Key Takeaways: Reddit disclosed $90.8 million in losses and 21% revenue growth in 2023 Revenue grew from $666.7 million to $804 million Reddit aims for a planned stock market debut in March through IPO filing 
Reddit struck a deal with Google to make its content available for AI models Reddit … Read more
Key Takeaways: LKQ Corp facing disruptions in European operations due to Red Sea crisis 
Freight costs likely to rise if crisis continues Vessels having to divert around South Africa causing lead time and cost increases 
Houthis targeting ships in Red Sea waters, forcing freight reroutes Americans repairing older vehicles instead … Read more
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Dolphin Entertainment, Inc. has added So Yummy to its portfolio 
So Yummy is a digital food content brand with a large social media following 
So Yummy will participate in the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival 
The festival panel discussion will focus on digital content creation in … Read more