Oil prices rebounded at the end of Thursday’s trading, benefiting from an exchange of accusations between Hezbollah and Israel over breaches of the ceasefire agreement reached in recent days.Geopolitical tensions and related concerns, particularly affecting financial markets and oil, escalated after Israeli tanks shelled areas in southern Lebanon on Thursday. …
Read More »Canadian Dollar Benefits from Rising Oil Prices
On Thursday, the USD/CAD pair declined as the American currency pressured its Canadian counterpart, benefiting from the rise in global oil prices.The pair fell to 1.4015 compared to the previous day’s close of 1.4030. It reached its highest level on Thursday at 1.4031 and its lowest at 1.3998.Oil prices recovered …
Read More »OPEC+ Prepares for December Meeting Amid Price Challenges
The OPEC+ coalition is set to convene virtually on December 5, marking its third consecutive online session. While in-person meetings were previously held at the Vienna headquarters, logistical and geopolitical factors seem to favor the virtual format. Key Highlights and Agenda Virtual Meeting Format: No formal invitations or plans for …
Read More »Gold Edges Lower Amid Inflation Concerns and Rate Cut Uncertainty
Gold prices faced slight declines during Thursday’s Asian trading session, reflecting market uncertainty over the Federal Reserve’s rate-cut trajectory. The robust U.S. economy and persistently high inflation have tempered expectations for aggressive monetary easing in the near future. Key Factors Driving Gold Prices U.S. Economic Data: The Personal Consumption Expenditures …
Read More »Explainer: How has Energy Market React to EIA Report?
Natural Gas Futures Slip Amid Technical Weakness and Storage Concerns Natural gas futures declined on Wednesday as traders braced for the US Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) weekly storage report. While some market participants attributed the sell-off to changing weather patterns, technical weakness appears to be the primary driver.Technical AnalysisPrices struggled …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session: A Turbulent Week Across Global Markets
The global financial landscape experienced significant shifts this week, primarily driven by the weakening US Dollar and fluctuating commodity prices. The US Dollar Index (DXY) plummeted to multi-day lows, breaking below the crucial 106.00 support level. This decline was primarily attributed to a combination of factors, including a decrease in …
Read More »XAU/USD Trades Higher Following GDP Data, But Weekly Loss Still Likely
The US economy continues to exhibit remarkable resilience, with the latest GDP figures confirming a robust growth trajectory. The Bureau of Economic Analysis reported a 2.8% expansion in the third quarter, a figure that aligns with the previous quarter’s growth rate. This sustained economic momentum, driven by consumer spending, is …
Read More »Gold Prices Inch Higher Amid Trump Tariff Threats and Mixed Safe-Haven Signals
Gold prices edged up slightly in Asian trade on Wednesday, continuing modest gains from the previous session as safe-haven demand remained supported by concerns over potential U.S. trade tariffs. However, the metal’s ascent was tempered by a resilient U.S. dollar and easing tensions in the Middle East, which dampened some …
Read More »Tariffs on Canadian imports could drive up US fuel prices
US oil producers have warned that Donald Trump’s plan to impose tariffs on Canadian imports will drive up US fuel prices, as the US president-elect’s threats hit global markets. Trump proposed late on Monday a 25% tariff on all imports from Mexico and Canada, accusing the US’s closest neighbours of …
Read More »Gold Stabilizes After Ceasefire Hopes, Trump’s Tariff Threats
Gold prices fluctuated on Tuesday, initially declining on news of a potential ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah. However, the precious metal recovered some losses as U.S. President-elect announced plans to impose tariffs on Mexico and Canada.Ceasefire Hopes Weigh on Gold:A potential 60-day ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah could …
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