The US crude oil futures contracts experienced a resurgence of negative trades, resuming their downward trajectory after encountering a formidable resistance level around the psychological barrier of 72.00, resulting in significant losses. It’s worth noting that in a previous analysis, we highlighted the importance of a break below 70.50 as …
Read More »Gold maintains its bearish path, eyes on Fed 13/12/2023
The technical outlook for gold remains unchanged, with no significant shifts in its movements and a persistent negative stability below the crucial $2000 psychological barrier resistance level. In the realm of technical analysis today, a closer examination of the 4-hour time frame chart reveals sustained negative pressure from the simple …
Read More »Euro trying to break out of the sideways range 13/12/2023
We have maintained a neutral stance for the third consecutive session, primarily due to conflicting technical signals and the pair’s trading range within the confines of 1.0760 as the lower boundary and 1.0820 as the upper boundary. Upon closer examination of the 240-minute time frame chart from a technical perspective, …
Read More »Market Drivers – US Session, December 11
On Wednesday, all eyes will be on the Federal Reserve and Chair Powell. During the Asian session, New Zealand will disclose current account figures, and Japan will release the Tankan survey. The Producer Price Index (PPI) will provide more inflation data in the United States.On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve will …
Read More »GBP/JPY was unable to extend its gain
The GBP/JPY pair was unable to maintain its gains for longer, resulting in the formation of a bearish candlestick pattern. Despite being neutral, a drop within the Kumo might cause the pair to continue its downturn.Buyers regaining a three-month-old resistance trendline might pave the way for a test of the …
Read More »Gold price tumbles ahead of FOMC decision
Gold price hit the daily high of $1996.73 but lost momentum post the US inflation report. The precious metal is trading around $1980 per ounce at the time of writing. The US Bureau of Labour Statistics revealed disinflation in the US, with mixed results in annual and monthly readings. Traders …
Read More »How does US dollar react to FOMC’s looming rate decision?
The US Dollar Index is trading with losses below the 104.00 mark, with a -0.23% decline around the 103.850s mark. Investors are awaiting the Fed’s interest rate decision on Wednesday, which is expected to announce a continued pause on interest rate increases, leaving rates unchanged. So, markets anticipate the Fed …
Read More »American Fed government posts $314 billion deficit in November
The US government recorded a $314 billion budget deficit in November, which was higher than the expected $301 deficit. The Treasury Department reported $275 billion in receipts and $589 billion in outlays. It compares to a $248 billion deficit in the same month last year.According to the Treasury Department, the …
Read More »GBP/USD trades flat during a volatile session as US inflation eases
The GBP/USD pair is trading at 1.2556, despite a volatile session with a 90+ pip range. The US Bureau of Labour Statistics reported declining inflation, with headline dipping and core remaining stickier at 4% YoY. The UK jobs market eased, with 50K new employees added to the workforce, though wages …
Read More »Gold prices unchanged post-US CPI data
Gold prices have increased following the release of the US CPI data, triggering cautious optimism ahead of Wednesday’s Fed’s Monetary policy decision. Gold prices found some support on Tuesday after a two-day decline, favoured by softer US yields and a weaker US dollar. Geopolitical tensions continue to grow amid news …
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