Bitcoin’s price saw an uptick on Thursday, climbing 2.8% to $58,115.9 by 01:16 ET (05:16 GMT), tracking gains in broader risk-driven markets, especially tech stocks. Despite this recovery, the cryptocurrency remains fragile after suffering significant losses the previous week. Strength in the U.S. dollar, driven by a stronger-than-expected consumer price …
Read More »Gold Prices Near Record Highs as Traders Bet on Lower Rates, Platinum and Silver Gain
Gold prices edged higher in Asian trade on Thursday, hovering near record highs as traders speculated that the yellow metal will continue to benefit from a lower interest rate environment. However, expectations of a significant interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve were dampened by a higher-than-expected core consumer price …
Read More »Asian Stocks Rise as Tech Shares Rally on Nvidia Boost, Japan Outperforms on Soft Inflation
Most Asian stocks advanced on Thursday, led by technology shares tracking an overnight surge in Nvidia, while Japanese markets outperformed following a softer-than-expected producer inflation report, which eased concerns over potential interest rate hikes by the Bank of Japan (BOJ). Tech Shares Lead Gains After Nvidia AI Optimism Regional technology …
Read More »Oil Prices Rebound Over 1% Amid U.S. Output Concerns and Inventory Drop
Oil prices rose over 1% on Wednesday, recovering some losses from the previous day, as a significant drop in U.S. crude inventories and concerns about Hurricane Francine disrupting output outweighed worries about weak global demand. Brent crude futures increased by $1.10, or 1.6%, to $70.29 a barrel at 0807 GMT, …
Read More »Dollar Hits Year-Low Against Yen as Harris Gains Edge in Presidential Race
The U.S. dollar dropped to its lowest level against the yen this year on Wednesday, after investors boosted the chances of Kamala Harris winning the upcoming U.S. presidential election following a key debate against rival Donald Trump. The dollar fell as much as 1.24% to 140.71 yen, a level last …
Read More »European Shares Climb as Oil and Gas Sectors Lead Gains Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data
European shares opened higher on Wednesday, supported by strong performances in the oil, gas, and basic resources sectors. Investors are closely watching for the upcoming U.S. inflation report, which could provide insight into the Federal Reserve’s potential interest rate moves next week. The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose by 0.3% …
Read More »Bitcoin Falls Amid Heated Presidential Debate, Crypto Markets Weigh Uncertainty
Bitcoin’s price dropped on Wednesday, following a broader sell-off in risk assets as the contentious U.S. presidential debate increased concerns about the upcoming 2024 election. The cryptocurrency slipped 1.2%, reaching $56,258.6 by 05:58 GMT, while the broader crypto market also saw declines. Bitcoin turned negative after the conclusion of the …
Read More »Oil Prices Rebound Amid Hurricane Concerns, Despite Weak Demand Outlook
Oil prices rose on Wednesday, recovering some of the sharp losses from the previous day, as concerns over Hurricane Francine disrupting U.S. output offset ongoing fears of weak global demand. By 04:30 GMT, Brent crude futures had gained 34 cents, or 0.5%, reaching $69.53 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas …
Read More »Gold Prices Near Record Highs Amid Election Uncertainty and Inflation Data Anticipation
Gold prices edged higher in Asian trading on Wednesday, nearing record levels as uncertainty surrounding the 2024 U.S. presidential elections intensified after a heated debate between candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Investors also shifted focus to a crucial U.S. inflation report, pushing demand for safe-haven assets like gold and …
Read More »Asian Stocks Fall Amid U.S. Presidential Race Uncertainty and Trade Tensions
Asian stocks largely declined on Wednesday, driven by uncertainties surrounding the U.S. presidential race and growing concerns over trade tensions. Chinese markets took a particularly sharp hit, with the Shanghai Composite and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 indexes falling 0.8% and 0.2%, respectively, reaching seven-month lows. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index …
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