Market Focus Shifts to Japan and Global PMIsThe US Dollar continued its upward trend, reaching new 2024 highs. This was driven by a combination of factors, including a weakening risk appetite and ongoing geopolitical tensions.Key Events on Friday, November 22nd:• US: Flash S&P Global Manufacturing and Services PMIs, final Michigan …
Read More »Gold Prices Surge Amid Geopolitical Tensions
Gold prices have rallied for the fourth consecutive day, surpassing the 50-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) of $2,660. This surge is primarily driven by heightened geopolitical tensions, particularly due to the escalating Russia-Ukraine conflict and fears of a potential Russian ICBM launch. Key Factors Driving Gold Prices Higher:Geopolitical Tensions: The …
Read More »Gold Prices Extend Gains Amid Geopolitical Tensions, but Dollar Strength Caps Upside
Gold prices continued their upward trajectory in Asian trade on Thursday, marking a fourth consecutive session of gains as escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine spurred safe-haven demand. However, the precious metal’s recovery faced headwinds from a robust U.S. dollar and uncertainty surrounding Federal Reserve rate decisions. Spot gold rose …
Read More »Gold Extends Gains Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions, But Dollar Strength Limits Upside
Gold prices climbed higher on Wednesday, bolstered by increasing safe haven demand as geopolitical tensions between Russia and Ukraine escalated. However, gains in the precious metal were somewhat restrained due to the persistent strength of the U.S. dollar. Spot gold edged up by 0.2% to $2,636.28 an ounce, while December …
Read More »Gold Prices Surge Amidst Geopolitical Tensions
Gold prices rallied to a one-week high on Tuesday, trading now at $2630.38, up +0.72%, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions between Russia and Ukraine. The Kremlin’s announcement of a revised nuclear doctrine, which views attacks from non-nuclear states backed by nuclear powers as joint attacks, sparked investor concerns. As a …
Read More »Gold Prices Rise as Dollar Weakens and Geopolitical Tensions Intensify
Gold prices saw gains in Asian trade on Tuesday, building on a recovery from two-month lows. The yellow metal benefitted from a pullback in the U.S. dollar and escalating geopolitical tensions between Russia and Ukraine, which fueled demand for safe-haven assets. Spot and Futures Prices Climb Spot gold was up …
Read More »Gold Soars Amidst Geopolitical Tensions and Dollar Weakness
Gold prices surged on Monday, reversing a recent downward trend as the U.S. dollar weakened and concerns over the Russia-Ukraine conflict intensified. The precious metal, often seen as a safe-haven asset during times of economic and geopolitical uncertainty, benefited from increased investor demand.Geopolitical Tensions Fuel Safe-Haven DemandThe escalation of the …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session
Market Update: Dollar Weakens, Euro and Pound Strengthen The US Dollar continued its downward trend on Tuesday, November 19th, as the initial enthusiasm for the Trump rally seems to have waned. This potential temporary dip could lead to another “buy the dip” opportunity. Key Events and Economic Data: US Dollar: …
Read More »Supply disruption pushes oil prices 3% higher
Oil prices surged on Monday, driven by a combination of factors including a production halt at Norway’s Johan Sverdrup oilfield and escalating tensions in the Russia-Ukraine war.Brent crude futures climbed by 2.9% to $73.10 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures rose by 2.9% to $68.99 a barrel. …
Read More »Could China’s New Energy Law Lead to Market Reform?
With distinct regulations covering coal, electricity, energy conservation, and renewable energy, China’s recently passed Energy Law closes a significant regulatory gap. With distinct regulations covering coal, electricity, energy conservation, and renewable energy, China’s recently passed Energy Law closes a significant regulatory gap. With its comprehensive Energy Law, China has finally …
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