Gold surges amid growing expectations of Fed rate cuts in September. US 10-year Treasury yield drops to 4.288%, while US Dollar Index falls below 105.00. Inflows into Gold ETFs support the metal, with eyes now on US June inflation data and economic indicators.Gold price escalated on Wednesday for back-to-back days …
Read More »S&P 500 shares climb to a fresh record
The S&P 500 climbed to a fresh record on Wednesday, breaking above 5,600 for the first time due to a sharp rise in semiconductor stocks. The broad market index jumped 1.02%, closing at 5,633.91 and notching a seventh straight day of gains. The Nasdaq Composite advanced 1.18%, also hitting an …
Read More »How Could France’s Debts Trigger a Serious Eurozone Crisis?
The Eurozone debt crisis, which began in 2009, was triggered by high levels of public debt, particularly in countries grouped under the acronym “PIIGS” (Portugal, Ireland, Italy, Greece, and Spain). The crisis followed the global financial downturn that started in 2008. When the US housing bubble burst, banks worldwide faced …
Read More »Reading Between the Lines in Jerome Powell’s Recent Testimony
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s recent testimony before the House Financial Services Committee and the Senate Banking Committee was closely watched by investors, economists, and policymakers. As the U.S. economy faces a delicate balancing act between inflation, employment, and financial stability, Powell’s remarks offer critical insights. In this comprehensive article, …
Read More »Are Commodities Soaring Amid Inflation-Linked Concerns?
As inflationary pressures persist worldwide, commodities have emerged as a focal point for investors seeking stability and growth. Among the trio of silver, oil, and gold, each commodity tells a unique story of resilience and opportunity.Industrial DynamoSilver, often dubbed the “poor man’s gold,” has surged approximately 22.5% in the first …
Read More »Fed’s Powell: We see current policy as restrictive
Jerome Powell, Chairman of the US Federal Reserve (Fed), delivers the Semi-Annual Monetary Policy Report and responds to questions before the House Financial Services Committee on the second day of his Congressional testimony. Key Quotes:“We see current Fed policy as restrictive.”“The neutral interest rate must have moved up at least …
Read More »China’s CPI rises for fifth consecutive month
China’s consumer inflation remained tepid last month, with factory-gate prices continuing to fall, indicating a lackluster demand despite Beijing’s efforts to boost consumption.The National Bureau of Statistics reported that the consumer-price index rose for a fifth consecutive month in June, slightly up 0.2% from a year earlier. Factory-gate prices remained …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session, July 9
The USD Index (DXY) surged past the 105.00 and flirted with the interim 55-day SMA amidst a decent uptick in US yields. The second semi-annual testimony by Chair J. Powell to the Congress is due on July 10, along with weekly Mortgage Applications, Wholesale Inventories and speeches by the Fed’s …
Read More »Oil ignores extended decline in API barrel counts
WTI backslid to $81.00 as energy market concerns weigh heavy. API reported a second, albeit smaller drawdown in US Crude Oil supplies.the Chinese demand remains lower than expected in 2024, risk bid from Beryl evaporates. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) US Crude Oil extended a near term decline on Tuesday, falling …
Read More »Gold consolidates ahead of US inflation data
Following Powell’s Senate testimony, which suggests a cautious approach to rate cuts, gold prices jump beyond $2,360. Although DXY gains 0.14%, the rate on the US 10-year Treasury increases to 4.296%.During Tuesday’s North American session, gold prices marginally increased following remarks made by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell before the …
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