European markets inched up on Thursday morning, supported by gains in cyclical sectors, as investors awaited key monetary policy decisions from the European Central Bank (ECB) and the Swiss National Bank (SNB). The STOXX 600 index, a benchmark for European equities, rose 0.1% as of 0814 GMT, extending its rally …
Read More »Gold and Copper Markets at Crossroads: Geopolitics, Dollar Strength, and China Stimulus in Focus
Gold and copper prices exhibited contrasting movements in Thursday’s Asian trading session as investors balanced geopolitical tensions, U.S. inflation data, and hopes for Chinese stimulus measures. While gold retreated slightly from a two-week high, copper surged to a one-month peak amid growing optimism surrounding China’s economic policies. Gold Eases as …
Read More »Bitcoin Rises Above $100,000 Amid Rate Cut Expectations and Improved Risk Sentiment
Bitcoin extended its recovery on Thursday, breaking out of its recent trading range and recouping losses from the past week. Positive sentiment across markets was bolstered by U.S. inflation data in line with expectations, fueling optimism for a Federal Reserve rate cut in December. Key Highlights Bitcoin Surges Past $100,000 …
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Read More »Oil extends gains 12/12/2024
US crude oil futures experienced significant upward momentum, breaking the pivotal resistance level of $68.60 to achieve the anticipated targets from the previous session, reaching $70.50 per barrel. Technical Analysis A closer examination of the 4-hour chart reveals: Support Levels: The price currently holds above minor support at $69.60, with …
Read More »Gold flirts with historic peak 12/12/2024
Gold prices sustained a robust upward trend as anticipated in the previous report, reaching the target of $2720 and recording a peak at $2726 per ounce. Technical Analysis A detailed examination of the 4-hour chart reveals: Positive Signals: The simple moving averages continue to bolster the upward trajectory. The 14-day …
Read More »Euro faces negative pressure ahead of ECB 12/12/2024
The Euro continued its retreat against the US Dollar during the previous session, aligning with the anticipated negative outlook, reaching the first target of 1.0475 and recording a low of 1.0479. Technical Analysis An analysis of the 240-minute chart indicates: Bearish Factors: The simple moving averages are exerting downward pressure. …
Read More »U.S. Consumer Prices Rise Slightly in November, Supporting Expectations for Fed Rate Cut
U.S. consumer prices edged up slightly in November on an annualized basis, aligning with expectations and reinforcing the likelihood of another interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve next week. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) published by the Labor Department rose by 2.7% year-over-year in November, marginally higher than October’s …
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