The EUR/USD pair is trading near 1.0500 on Wednesday, struggling to gain significant momentum. The 20-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) at 1.0550 continues to cap upside potential, suggesting a cautious market sentiment.Technical AnalysisTechnical indicators point to a lack of directional bias. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is hovering around 42, …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session: Cautious Market Awaits Central Bank Decisions
As the year draws to a close, financial markets are navigating a period of heightened uncertainty, with investors closely monitoring the decisions of major central banks. The Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision on Wednesday is particularly significant, as it could have far-reaching implications for global markets.A Hawkish UndercurrentWhile the market …
Read More »Bitcoin A Little Below Record Price, Institutional Demand Surges
Bitcoin’s meteoric rise to a new all-time high of $107,793 this week has been fueled by a surge in institutional adoption. The most famous cryptocurrency is trading at $106,575 at the time of writing Corporate Appetite for BitcoinMicroStrategy’s Massive Purchase:Michael Saylor’s MicroStrategy has once again demonstrated its commitment to Bitcoin, …
Read More »Oil Slumps on Weak Global Economy Ahead of Looming Fed Rate Cut
Oil prices plunged to a one-week low on Tuesday, driven by concerns over weakening global economic conditions and the anticipation of a U.S. Federal Reserve interest rate cut. WTI crude oil is 1.44% down, trading at $69.66 per barrel, while Brent crude is 1.07% down, trading at $73.08 per barrel. …
Read More »Gas and Electricity Prices Surge: A Perfect Storm Brewing
The global energy landscape is facing a perfect storm of soaring gas and electricity prices, driven by a confluence of factors that are set to impact consumers and businesses worldwide. As winter approaches, the situation is expected to worsen, with potential consequences for economies and societies.The Power CrisisThe recent spike …
Read More »Canadian Dollar Slumps as Inflation Cools
The Canadian dollar weakened further against the US dollar (USD) on Tuesday as the latest inflation data revealed a steeper-than-expected decline in headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation. This development has raised concerns about the country’s economic outlook and fueled expectations for further interest rate cuts by the Bank of …
Read More »US Rate Preview: How could financial markets react to last FOMC decision in 2024?
The Fed will likely move ahead with another 25-basis point cut at its December meeting. The Federal Reserve’s last meeting in 2024 is poised to be a pivotal moment in the ongoing economic battle against inflation in the United States. As the US central bank prepares to deliver its final …
Read More »Gold prices pressured ahead of FOMC decision
Gold prices have retreated from their recent highs, pressured by rising US Treasury yields. This shift reflects a change in market expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. The upcoming FOMC meeting is a pivotal moment for gold, as the Fed’s policy decisions and forward guidance will significantly impact the …
Read More »DXY Rally Stalls After Mixed Retail Sales Data
The US dollar’s recent rally has paused following the release of November retail sales figures, which offered a mixed picture of consumer spending. While the headline number slightly exceeded expectations, other key indicators fell short, leaving traders unimpressed and the US Dollar Index (DXY) hovering around the 107.00 mark.Retail sales …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session
Bitcoin’s record rally topped $107,000 on Monday after President-elect Donald Trump reiterated that he plans to create a US bitcoin strategic reserve similar to its strategic oil reserve, stoking the enthusiasm of crypto bulls. Markets Brace for Fed’s Rate DecisionThe US Dollar dipped slightly on Monday as investors turned their …
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