Oil prices fell 2% to a 12-week low on Monday, influenced by reports that OPEC+ will proceed with a planned oil output increase in April and concerns that U.S. tariffs could negatively impact global economic growth and oil demand.Brent futures settled at $71.62 a barrel, down $1.19, or 1.6%, while …
Read More »Australian Dollar Recovers; Retail Sales and RBA Minutes in Focus
The Australian dollar (AUD) began the week with a notable rebound, halting a six-day decline that saw it lose 3% against the US dollar (USD). Currently, AUD/USD is trading at 0.6203 in North American trading, marking a 0.71% increase for the day.Key Economic Data on the HorizonTraders are now anticipating …
Read More »Europe’s Defense Spending Dilemma: A Looming Forex Market Fingerprint
The tumultuous geopolitical landscape in Europe, dominated by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and heightened tensions with Russia, has ignited a complex interplay of security concerns and economic realities, leaving an indelible mark on the forex market. While Europe’s latent capacity for self-defense and sustained support for Ukraine has proven …
Read More »Trump’s Crypto Reserve Announcement Sparks Surge in Cryptocurrencies
The cryptocurrency market experienced a significant boost early Monday, with Bitcoin and other digital currencies like Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin, Solana, and Cardano seeing sharp price increases. This surge followed President Donald Trump’s announcement of a U.S. crypto strategic reserve aimed at bolstering the industry. Despite the rise, prices remained below …
Read More »Wall Street Eyes NFP Data Amid Shifting Economic Signals
US market is bracing for Friday’s crucial employment data, a potential catalyst amidst swirling recession anxieties. Recent market behavior reflects this unease, with volatility dominating trading sessions. While inflation figures have offered a degree of comfort, a concerning dip in consumer spending and a subsequent downward revision of GDP forecasts …
Read More »Pound Rebounds as US Dollar Weakens on Mounting Economic Concerns
The economic landscape is currently marked by a confluence of factors that are generating significant market volatility and raising concerns about a potential slowdown in the United States. Recent data releases have painted a picture of an economy grappling with uncertainty, particularly concerning manufacturing activity and the potential impact of …
Read More »Gold Prices Rise Amid Dollar Weakness and Geopolitical Concerns
Gold prices edged higher in Asian trading on Monday, supported by a weaker U.S. dollar and persistent geopolitical uncertainties. Investors turned to the precious metal as a safe-haven asset amid ongoing trade policy tensions and stalled Russia-Ukraine peace talks. Spot gold increased by 0.3% to $2,865.69 per ounce, while April …
Read More »Market weekly recap: Trump – Zelensky clash and NFP in the heart of market drivers
US dollar ended last week’s trading in the upside buoyed by concerns of geopolitical tensions escalation after tensions escalated between US president Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky in the White House during a meeting which was supposed to witness signing a US-Ukraine deal over natural resources. Dollar …
Read More »Gold Plummets Amid Trade War Fears and Recession Whispers
A potent cocktail of trade policy anxieties and growing recession fears sent gold prices reeling this week, with the precious metal shedding over 3% as the US dollar surged. The XAU/USD pair closed Friday at $2,845, a significant drop from its daily peak of $2,885, and a far cry from …
Read More »Dollar Dominates: Tariffs and Steady Inflation Fuel Greenback’s Surge
The US Dollar Index (DXY) is poised to cap off a robust week, firmly entrenched above the 107.00 mark, as a confluence of economic data and geopolitical developments bolstered the greenback’s strength. While January’s Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) inflation data landed squarely within expectations, easing immediate concerns of runaway inflation, …
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