Bitcoin’s relentless ascent has recently captured the world’s attention, with many analysts predicting further price increases. However, a significant hurdle may lie ahead: the $90,000 to $100,000 price range. Market makers, the financial institutions that facilitate trading by providing liquidity, could play a crucial role in capping Bitcoin’s upward momentum …
Read More »XAU/USD Declines Amid Firmer US Dollar Ahead of Trump’s Protectionist Policies
Gold prices have experienced a significant decline, plummeting over 2.5% on Monday as the US Dollar surged to a four-month high. This downward trend is primarily driven by growing concerns over potential trade tensions under a second Trump presidency. The US Dollar Index (DXY) has climbed to 105.57, boosted by …
Read More »What type of Trade War do markets expect under Trump’s presidency?
Under Trump’s presidency, as the Chinese economy is more dependent on exports, making tariffs more potent. However, it is less reliant on American markets and increasingly bent on self-sufficiency. Chinese leaders are directing investment into robotics and aviation to accelerate industrial advances. The balance of power has shifted in favour …
Read More »Oil Prices Hold Steady as U.S. Storm Concerns Subside and China’s Stimulus Plan Falls Short
Oil prices remained relatively unchanged on Monday, as concerns over potential supply disruptions from a storm in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico eased, and disappointment over China’s stimulus plan weighed on expectations for future fuel demand growth in the world’s second-largest oil consumer. By 07:14 GMT, Brent crude futures were …
Read More »Weekly Recap: Elections, Fed to continue as market movers for a while
Last week marked pivotal to financial markets because of the US presidential election results and the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision. This confluence of events has the potential to significantly shape the trajectory of global asset prices and market trends for years to come. Given the far-reaching political and economic …
Read More »BTC price soars past $77k all-time high amid renewed fears
Earlier during this trading week, Bitcoin’s price reached a new all-time high near $77K, amid concerns about mass liquidations in a snap market reversal. The volatility came as the United States Federal Reserve lowered interest rates by an expected 0.25%. After the latest Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, Fed …
Read More »Gold edges lower post-US election, FOMC decision
Gold falls on Friday as Donald Trump’s re-election continues to impact the precious metal. This reverses a short-term bounce following the Federal Reserve’s decision to cut interest rates by 0.25%. Technically, XAU/USD corrects back within a short-term downtrend. Gold (XAU/USD) edges down to trade around the $2,690 mark on Friday, …
Read More »Adviser: Trump Will Let Powell Complete His Term As Fed Chair
According to a senior adviser to Trump who asked to remain anonymous in order to discuss private discussions, President-elect Donald Trump is expected to let Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell complete the remaining portion of his term, which ends in May 2026. Jerome Powell, the current chair of the Federal …
Read More »Despite Trump’s Win, Federal Expected To Cut Rates By 25 Basis Points
The American central bank is expected to maintain its monetary easing cycle. The Federal Reserve is expected to cut its benchmark policy rate by 25 basis points (bps) at the end of its policy meeting on Thursday, a decision that may seem a footnote given the uncertain economic terrain the …
Read More »Why Donald Trump Matters for US Economy, Fed’s Policies
In addition to raising concerns about how much pressure might be put on the Federal Reserve during his second term in office, some economists and experts say Donald Trump’s victory in Tuesday’s presidential contest could potentially upend the US economy and change the Fed’s policy calculus in the coming months.During …
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