Nikkei’s Historic Surge:Japan’s Nikkei index surged to its highest level in 34 years on Friday, edging closer to surpassing the all-time high reached during the country’s economic bubble era in the 1980s. The index breached the post-bubble economic era’s previous peak, setting the stage for potentially eclipsing the record set …
Read More »Gold Under Pressure Amid Shifting Rate Cut Expectations
Subdued Performance Overview:Gold faces downward pressure for the second consecutive week on Friday, as unexpected upticks in US consumer prices prompt traders to reassess their outlook on interest rate cuts. However, the precious metal sees a partial recovery following a decline in consumer spending. Gold Price Movement:Spot gold settled at …
Read More »Oil Prices Reflect Mixed Sentiment Amid Economic Data and Demand Concerns
Subdued Movement Overview:Oil prices displayed a mixed performance on Friday as market participants weighed expectations of slowing demand against hopes for potential interest rate cuts in the United States. Brent crude futures experienced a marginal decline, while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures saw marginal gains. Price Dynamics:Brent crude futures …
Read More »CAD needs to break through the resistance 16/2/2024
Subdued Performance Recap:The Canadian dollar witnessed a notable decline in the previous trading session, reversing the anticipated upward trajectory outlined in the technical report. This downturn was primarily influenced by the weakening of the US dollar following the release of retail data. Technical Analysis Insights:Despite the recent bearish sentiment, the …
Read More »USD/JPY Looking for additional momentum 16/2/2024
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Read More »Oil building on support 16/2/2024
Support Holds Strong:The support level at 75.50, highlighted in the previous technical report, proved effective in halting the downward momentum of US crude oil futures prices. It is emphasized that the resumption of the downward trend hinges upon breaching this critical support level. Technical Analysis Insights:A closer examination of oil …
Read More »Gold trying to recover, eyes are on inflation data 16/2/2024
Gold’s Rebound Efforts:Gold prices showed signs of a temporary recovery in yesterday’s trading session, buoyed by a decline in the US dollar following the release of US retail data. The precious metal reached its highest level at $2008 per ounce, reflecting shifting market dynamics. Technical Analysis Insights:Examining the 4-hour time …
Read More »Euro retests resistance 16/2/2024
Positive Momentum in EUR/USD:The EUR/USD pair experienced an upward trend in the previous trading session, largely attributed to a slight decline in the US dollar index following the release of US retail data. This movement reflects shifting dynamics in currency markets as investors react to economic indicators. Technical Analysis Insights:On …
Read More »GBP tends to be negative 16/2/2024
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Read More »Market Drivers – US Session, February 15
The Atlanta Fed GDPNow estimates for first-quarter growth dipped to 2.9% from 3.4%. Atlanta Fed GDPNow’s report reads as follows: “The GDPNow model estimate for real GDP growth (seasonally adjusted annual rate) in the first quarter of 2024 is 2.9 percent on February 15, down from 3.4 percent on February …
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