- Data on orders from U.S. factories showed a 2.8% increase versus 2.3% estimates and 1.2% previously
At the same time, the underlying reading of US core durable was revised downward to 0.4% vs. 0.5% of forecasts and 0.5% previously and the headline core durable data also came in lower, at 4.6% vs. 4.7% expected and 4.7% previously
In an initial reaction, the dollar index (USDIDX) is trading up slightly following the publication of the macro data.
Daily summary: Precious metals euphoria continues unabated 📈
BREAKING: China issues implementation rules on port fees on US ships
France on the Brink
Economic calendar: light agenda kicking off an interesting week 📌