Commodities

The euro weakened on Thursday after European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde warned of potential slower growth in the eurozone while downplaying the risk of sustained inflation increases, should the European Union retaliate against President Trump’s proposed tariffs. Key Takeaways: Lagarde’s Warning on Economic Growth: She outlined a scenario …

Gold prices surged to record levels in Asian trade on Thursday, supported by a weaker dollar and expectations of at least two Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2025. Key Factors Driving Gold Prices: Weaker Dollar & Treasury Yields: The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged but signaled a 50-basis-point rate …

The U.S. dollar regained its footing on Thursday, March 20, 2025, halting a streak of three consecutive daily declines. This stabilization came after the Federal Reserve opted to keep interest rates unchanged at its latest meeting, a decision that aligned with widespread market expectations. The US Dollar Index (DXY) saw …

Gold prices spiked following the Federal Reserve’s latest stance on rates and its updated dot plot. Expectations for 2025 growth are faltering under the weight of inconsistent U.S. policy moves. Powell admitted that predicting the fallout from tariffs is proving elusive. On Wednesday, gold climbed toward $3,050 in intraday trading …

The global gold market is in a state of heightened anticipation, with prices lingering near record peaks as traders await a pivotal decision from the central bank. The market’s current posture reflects a delicate equilibrium between robust safe-haven demand and the inherent urge to secure profits ahead of a major …

Economic Projections and Policy SignalsThe Federal Reserve’s latest interest rate statement comes paired with the “dot plot”—a snapshot of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) members’ votes on the future trajectory of interest rates. Recent projections suggest the central bank may lean toward fewer rate cuts than earlier forecasts implied, …

Oil prices declined in Asian trading on Wednesday, extending losses from the previous session as a U.S.-Russia agreement on a temporary ceasefire in Ukraine’s energy sector, along with rising crude inventories, raised fears of an oversupplied market. Key Factors Behind the Decline: U.S.-Russia Ceasefire Agreement: Russian President Vladimir Putin and …

Gold prices climbed to a fresh record high in Asian trading on Wednesday, supported by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, uncertainty over U.S. trade policies, and an upcoming Federal Reserve decision. Key Drivers of Gold’s Rally: Geopolitical Tensions: The collapse of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire increased safe-haven demand. Limited progress …

The forex market finds itself amidst a confluence of factors, creating a landscape of heightened uncertainty. The US Dollar, under significant pressure, has continued its downward trajectory for the third consecutive day, revisiting multi-month lows. This retreat is largely attributed to growing caution among investors ahead of the Federal Open …

Fed Holds Steady, Eyes Trade Winds The Federal Open Market Committee will conclude its two-day meeting later on Wednesday amidst a swirl of economic uncartainity, primarily driven by the shifting sands of international trade. The central question: how will evolving policies influence the Fed’s strategy for combating inflation and maintaining …