The US Dollar Index weakened on Thursday as investors digested recent announcements regarding trade policy. Market focus now shifts to key US economic data, including flash Manufacturing and Services PMIs, Existing Home Sales, and the final Michigan Consumer Sentiment.EUR/USD resumed its uptrend, boosted by a weaker dollar and supported by …
Read More »Breaking Free: The Bank of Japan’s Path to Monetary Policy Normalization
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) is poised to significantly raise its benchmark interest rate, signaling a decisive shift in its monetary policy and marking a crucial step towards economic normalization. This move, widely anticipated by markets, reflects growing confidence in the sustainability of inflation and a strengthening economic recovery.The expected …
Read More »S&P 500 Reaches Record High Amid Mixed Earnings and Trump Comments
Introduction: The benchmark S&P 500 soared to an all-time high on Thursday, driven by a blend of corporate earnings reports and remarks from President Donald Trump. Investors are closely monitoring these developments, which have significant implications for the market’s trajectory.Corporate Earnings and Market Performance: The S&P 500’s rise was accompanied …
Read More »Euro Slides Amid ECB Rate Cut Expectations
The Euro continued to decline from the opening of morning trading, significantly by European interest rate expectations following increased expectations that the European Central Bank will cut interest rates at its January meeting.Statements from within the European Central Bank on Wednesday increased the likelihood of further interest rate cuts at …
Read More »Could US Dollar Encounter Shifting Sands? Tariffs and the Trump Legacy
The Rise of BRICS+: A New Era of Global InfluenceThe recent expansion of BRICS, the economic bloc comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, marks a pivotal moment in the global economic order. With the addition of Indonesia as a full member and a diverse array of nations joining …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session: Trump, US Data Drive Markets
The US Dollar staged a partial recovery on Thursday, regaining some ground after a week of losses. Market participants continued to closely monitor headlines and assess the potential impact of recent policy shifts.US Dollar Index (DXY)The DXY attempted to regain strength, but a decisive move above the 108.00 level remained …
Read More »Bitcoin ETFs Attract Inflows for Four Days Straight
Bitcoin spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have witnessed a surge in investor interest, recording inflows exceeding $3 billion over the past four days. This has pushed the total net asset value of all bitcoin ETFs to $123.59 billion. Blackrock’s IBIT Leads the Charge Blackrock’s IBIT ETF emerged as the top recipient …
Read More »Gold Prices Surge Following Trump’s Tariff Comments
Gold Gains Momentum Amidst Trade Tensions Overnight remarks from President Trump regarding incoming tariffs have been sufficient to drive gold prices higher. As the focus of tariffs shifts towards China and Europe, gold has shown strength for the third consecutive day. Trading at a new two-month high, gold is setting …
Read More »Oil Prices Dip as Markets React to Trump’s Energy Emergency Declaration and Tariff Speculation
Oil prices continued their decline on Wednesday, extending losses from the previous session. Markets are weighing the implications of U.S. President Donald Trump’s declaration of a national energy emergency and his proposed tariff policies. Market Performance Brent Crude Futures: Fell 36 cents (0.5%) to $78.93 per barrel as of 07:30 …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session
Gold prices climbed to two-month highs, surpassing $2,740 per ounce troy, driven by heightened uncertainty surrounding potential policy announcements. 1 Silver prices also gained momentum, trading closer to the $31.00 mark per ounce. WTI crude oil prices extended their decline, approaching the $75.00 per barrel mark, driven by the stronger …
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