The US dollar is showing signs of vulnerability, lingering near the lower end of its recent trading range as concerns mount over a potential economic slowdown in the United States. This bearish sentiment, coupled with growing caution ahead of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, has created a palpable …

Oil prices experienced a modest increase on Monday, fueled by a confluence of geopolitical tensions and positive economic indicators from China. The market reacted to the United States’ firm stance against Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea, coupled with encouraging Chinese economic data suggesting a potential rise in …

A palpable unease has settled over investors, fueled by anxieties surrounding President Trump’s trade policies and potential federal workforce reductions, both of which raise the specter of a looming U.S. recession. This apprehension is compounded by doubts about the Federal Reserve’s capacity to effectively counter such an economic downturn. As …

Equities rebound from recent plunge, but trade tensions and soft retail data cast a long shadow.The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) staged a dramatic recovery on Monday, surging approximately 600 points as markets attempted to shake off lingering geopolitical concerns and recent sharp declines. This rebound, following a 550-point gain …

A week of potentially historic significance opens with the US Dollar easing, as markets brace for a pivotal Trump-Putin call and a crucial Federal Reserve meeting.The US Dollar Index (DXY), a key measure of the dollar’s value against a basket of major currencies, dipped to the lower end of its …

Gold prices have continued their upward trajectory since the start of trading on Monday, following their record-breaking highs achieved last Friday. This surge is fueled by a confluence of factors that are expected to propel the precious metal even higher in the near future.Gold closed last week on a strong …

A note of caution has sounded within the US economy as retail sales for February fell short of expectations, fueling concerns about a potential slowdown in consumer spending. Newly released data from the Commerce Department revealed a modest 0.2% increase in retail purchases, significantly trailing the anticipated 0.6% rise predicted …

Gold concluded the week on a strong upward trajectory, recording significant gains driven by the weakness of the U.S. dollar. This performance was further bolstered by diminished risk appetite in financial markets and reports highlighting a substantial increase in central bank purchases of the precious metal. Several factors contributed to …

Newly-appointed Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney officially assumed office on Friday morning, succeeding Justin Trudeau. In his first public statements as leader, Carney made it clear that he intends to address the challenges posed by U.S. President Donald Trump’s aggressive trade policies. The Trump administration’s escalating global trade war has …

Despite a week dominated by fluctuating geopolitical tensions and evolving economic forecasts, oil prices managed a marginal weekly gain, marking the first increase in a month. This comes as the market grapples with a complex interplay of factors, including escalating trade disputes, renewed sanctions, and ongoing conflict.A Tightrope Walk for …