Oil futures saw a decline following U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s comments on maintaining sanctions against Russia. His phone conversations with European leaders after meetings in Riyadh highlighted that no peace agreement would be forced on Ukraine and that sanctions on Russia wouldn’t be lifted soon. This has led …
Read More »Dollar ollar Holds Ground Amidst Mixed Economic Signals
The US Dollar Index (DXY) is currently trading around 106.50, maintaining minor gains despite recent economic data painting a mixed picture of the US economy. This level suggests the dollar is holding its ground, but the data raises questions about the strength of the US economy relative to other major …
Read More »Nvidia Earnings: Less Market-Moving Power?
Nvidia’s upcoming fourth-quarter earnings release is highly anticipated, but the semiconductor giant’s results may not hold the same market-moving weight they once did. This shift reflects broader market dynamics and the evolving role of Nvidia within the tech landscape.Several factors contribute to this change. The influence of the “Magnificent Seven,” …
Read More »Is Gold Price’s Recent Dip a Sign of Trouble or Opportunity?
Gold is down -0.06%, trading at $ 2,937.36 per ounce. Gold prices experienced a slight dip on Friday, a natural correction after reaching record highs earlier in the week. However, this short-term fluctuation does not diminish the overall upward trend, with gold poised for an eighth consecutive weekly gain. This …
Read More »US Manufacturing Shows Resilience Amid Economic Uncertainties
Recent data reveals a mixed picture of US economic activity. The S&P Global Composite PMI for February dipped to 50.4, signaling a slight weakening in overall private sector activity compared to January’s 52.7. However, within this composite, the Manufacturing PMI bucked the trend, edging up from 51.2 to 51.6, indicating …
Read More »GBP/USD Pulls Back After Reaching New Highs
The GBP/USD pair experienced a pullback after reaching a year-to-date high of 1.2678 and testing the 100-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) at 1.2658. The pair subsequently stabilized near 1.2660. This movement occurred despite positive UK retail sales data for January, which showed a 1.7% month-over-month increase, exceeding expectations. US economic …
Read More »Wall Street Slips as Walmart Warning, Jobless Claims Spark Economic Fears
The Dow Jones Industrial Average plummeted over 1.40% to 43,980 on Thursday as investors grappled with a mix of concerning economic data and Federal Reserve commentary. A disappointing forecast from retail giant Walmart, citing “uncertainties related to consumer behavior and global economic and geopolitical conditions,” sent shockwaves through the market. …
Read More »Market Drivers and Update; US Session: PMIs in Focus
The US dollar weakened significantly, reaching a two-month low despite no changes in US tariffs or progress in Russia-Ukraine peace talks. Friday’s key events include:US: The US Dollar Index (DXY) fell to around 106.40 due to lower US yields, a stronger Japanese yen, and increased risk appetite. The focus will …
Read More »Looming Impact of Fresh EU Sanctions on Commodities Expected
The European Union’s latest round of sanctions against Russia, the sixteenth since the invasion of Ukraine, focuses on energy and metals, specifically targeting oil exports and aluminum imports. These measures introduce new complexities to already volatile commodity markets, raising questions about their ultimate impact.Energy Market Under PressureThe EU’s move to …
Read More »Fort Knox’s US Gold Reserve to be Audited, Administration Says
The US Administration announced plans to audit the nation’s gold reserves stored at Fort Knox in Kentucky. “We’re going to go to Fort Knox, the fabled Fort Knox, to make sure the gold is there,” the Administration stated.This move follows recent calls for an audit, fueled in part by comments …
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