Oil prices were largely unchanged in Asian trading on Monday after a volatile week dominated by geopolitical headlines, as markets shifted their focus from Iran supply risks to fresh trade tensions sparked by U.S. President Donald Trump’s stance on Greenland. By 21:10 ET (02:10 GMT), Brent crude futures for March …
Read More »Weekly Recap: Markets Ignore Geopolitical Noise as Fundamental Economic Factors Take Center Stage
Global markets have demonstrated remarkable resilience in the face of a barrage of sensational geopolitical and political headlines. From recurring threats to Federal Reserve independence and ambitious U.S. housing initiatives to escalating tensions with Iran and energy price volatility, fundamental analysis has proven to be the true driver of market …
Read More »Trump’s Return to Davos Puts Global Economy and Trade Order Under the Spotlight
The annual World Economic Forum in Davos is set to unfold against a backdrop of heightened economic uncertainty, with President Donald Trump’s return expected to dominate discussions on trade, growth, and the future of global cooperation. His recent policy moves and confrontational economic stance have elevated expectations that this year’s …
Read More »Gold Pauses After Record Run as Markets Lock in Profits
Gold prices eased slightly at the end of the trading session, closing near $4,596 per ounce, as investors opted to take profits after a powerful rally that has dominated markets in recent months. The modest pullback did little to dent the broader optimism surrounding the precious metal, which remains one …
Read More »Trump’s Reluctance Shakes Up the Fed Chair Race
President Donald Trump signaled fresh uncertainty over the future leadership of the Federal Reserve after expressing reluctance to nominate Kevin Hassett as the next central bank chair, a move that could significantly reshape the succession race.Speaking Friday, Trump suggested that keeping Hassett in his current role as head of the …
Read More »Markets Edge Lower as Bank Earnings Raise Caution Ahead of a Pivotal Week
U.S. equity futures traded tentatively ahead of the opening bell, reflecting investor unease as fresh bank earnings failed to provide clear reassurance and a heavier slate of reports looms. While futures pointed modestly higher, the tone remained fragile after early-week selloffs in major benchmarks, with only small-cap stocks showing convincing …
Read More »Dollar Set for Third Weekly Gain as Strong U.S. Data Pushes Back Rate Cut Expectations
The U.S. dollar edged slightly lower on Friday, but remained on track for another weekly gain as stronger-than-expected American economic data reduced expectations of an early interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve. By 04:05 ET (09:05 GMT), the Dollar Index, which measures the greenback against a basket of six …
Read More »Bitcoin Slips After U.S. Lawmakers Delay Crypto Regulation Bill
Bitcoin edged lower in Asian trading on Friday, trimming part of this week’s rebound after U.S. lawmakers postponed debate on a closely watched bill aimed at establishing a regulatory framework for digital assets. The world’s largest cryptocurrency fell 0.5% to $95,808.5 by 01:06 ET (06:06 GMT). Bitcoin had climbed as …
Read More »Oil Prices Edge Higher as Supply Risks Linger Despite Easing Iran Tensions
Oil prices inched higher on Friday, supported by lingering supply concerns, even as the immediate threat of a U.S. military strike against Iran appeared to recede. Brent crude rose 50 cents, or 0.8%, to $64.26 a barrel by 10:00 GMT, putting it on track for a fourth consecutive weekly gain. …
Read More »Gold Holds Near Record Levels as Strong U.S. Jobs Data and Calmer Iran Outlook Cool Momentum
Gold prices were largely steady on Friday, hovering just below the record highs reached earlier in the week, as stronger-than-expected U.S. labour data reduced expectations for near-term Federal Reserve rate cuts, while easing geopolitical tensions around Iran curbed safe-haven demand. Spot gold slipped 0.1% to $4,608.55 an ounce by 02:11 …
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