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According to the Financial Times, Ireland has indicated that an EU capital markets agreement is expected to be reached by the end of the year.Global Chip LOF: Trading in this fund will be suspended from the opening of the market on the afternoon of June 22, 2026 until the market closes on the same day.The yield on Japans 20-year government bonds rose 3.5 basis points to 3.600%.On June 22, Kim Yong-beom, the South Korean presidential policy chief, stated that policymakers need to consider how the benefits of the semiconductor industry boom will spread throughout the entire economic system, warning that historically, excess liquidity has often ended up in the real estate market. Kim pointed out that driven by the global artificial intelligence boom, semiconductor industry profits have soared, and South Koreas nominal economic growth rate has reached its fastest pace in over two decades. Although macroeconomic indicators show the economy has entered an exceptionally strong growth phase, many households and small and medium-sized enterprises have not yet truly felt the benefits. Kim noted that in the first quarter, South Koreas real GDP growth was 3.8%, while real gross domestic income growth reached 13.2%, a significant gap indicating that the rise in chip prices has boosted South Koreas purchasing power far more than the growth in actual output. He stated that most of the resulting income growth has not yet been reflected in the broader economy, but may gradually appear in the coming quarters through bonuses, wage increases, and the repatriation of export revenue, ultimately potentially supporting luxury goods consumption and real estate demand. "Looking back at history, this type of capital has flowed into the real estate market many times, and its difficult to assume this cycle will be different," Kim added.June 22 – Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee led a delegation from the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government to Fujian Province today (June 22) to attend the Fujian-Hong Kong High-Level Meeting and the Fifth Fujian-Hong Kong Cooperation Conference. Lee stated that during the visit, several cooperation projects will be signed between Fujian and Hong Kong. The HKSAR delegation will also conduct on-site research, visiting technology companies and cultural projects to learn about Fujians latest developments in areas such as the digital economy. He expects the visit to be fruitful and to open up broader prospects for Fujian-Hong Kong cooperation.

WTI struggles at $87 as recession worries probe OPEC's forecast and supply deficit fears intensify

Daniel Rogers

Sep 14, 2022 11:42

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After reverting from the weekly high, WTI crude oil traders seek clear direction around $87.50 during Wednesday's Asian session. However, the present hesitation in the price of black gold may be attributable to the mixed concerns regarding the demand-supply matrix.

 

The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) indicated in a monthly report that oil consumption will climb by 3,1 million barrels per day (bpd) in 2022 and by 2,7 million barrels per day (bpd) in 2023, which is unchanged from last month. Despite obstacles such as rising prices, the news also highlighted indications that major economies were performing better than projected.

 

The news that the United States intends to replenish its emergency oil reserves, as well as the German and European move to control Russian oil and gas prices, could also be favorable for energy prices. In addition, rumors that the Western oil deal with Iran is a long way off are bolstering fears of a supply bottleneck and should have helped energy bulls.

 

Tuesday's US inflation statistics revived concerns about the Federal Reserve's fast rate hike and exacerbated recession concerns. Also acting as downward drivers for WTI crude oil are expectations of economic slowdown due to China and Russia-related concerns.

 

In spite of this, the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) for August increased by 8.3% year-over-year, surpassing market expectations by 0.1%. However, the monthly data increased to 0.1%, exceeding the -0.1% projected and the 0.0% shown in previous assessments. The core CPI, or CPI excluding food and energy, likewise exceeded the 6.1% consensus and 5.9% prior to printing at 6.3% for the month in question.

 

It should be mentioned that the weekly prints of the American Petroleum Institute's (API) industry inventory report also contributed to the commodity's downfall. The API Weekly Crude Oil Stock climbed to 6,035 million during the week ending September 9, up from 3,645,000 the previous week.

 

In the future, the price of black gold may stay under pressure due to a stronger US dollar and economic troubles. Before today's official weekly inventory data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration, however, the supply crisis concerns could test the bears (EIA). Thursday's US Retail Sales for the month of August and Friday's preliminary reading of the September Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index will also warrant close attention.

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