Gold trades 0.74% higher as bets the Fed will cut rates in September remain elevated despite strong US service sector data. Gold breaks out of its range higher, muddying the short-term technical picture. Gold (XAU/USD) is trading up by about 0.2% in the $2,360s on Thursday just after the European …
Read More »Oil Prices Edge Higher on Rate Cut Expectations, Despite Supply and Inventory Concerns
Oil prices rebounded for the second consecutive day on Thursday, driven by growing optimism that the Federal Reserve may cut interest rates as early as September. However, the potential for higher supply from OPEC+ and rising U.S. inventories kept the price gains in check. Brent crude futures rose 0.42% to …
Read More »Predicting the Next Big Disruption: Emerging Technologies and Trade
Contemporary technologies are undoubtedly reshaping the financial assets and trading industry, and markets are undergoing major transformations due to emerging technologies. This report explores some of the key areas of influence of the most prominent technologies in today’s world.Blockchain and supply chain transparency: Blockchain technology ensures secure and transparent transactions …
Read More »Market Drivers: US Session, June 5
The US dollar continued its weekly recovery, gaining ground even as US yields displayed a mixed tone across the yield curve. Investors are now factoring in the possibility of two interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve later this year. Meanwhile, market participants are fully anticipating a 25 basis point …
Read More »What can US ADP data tell about gold price outlook?
The US ADP data, which has been a significant factor in gold traders’ predictions, has missed the forecast and has altered the outlook for the Fed. The US central bank’s strategy has led to a decline in the dollar index and a positive impact on the gold price. However, the …
Read More »Noor Capital | Interview with Mohammad Hashad on Dubai TV – June 5
Mohammed Hashad, Head of Research and Development Department at Noor Capital, Member of the US Association of Technical Analysts, commented and analyzed the most prominent developments across markets as well as the performance of the most important assets, in an interview on Dubai TV.As investors, analysts and traders are awaiting …
Read More »China’s Exports Poised for Growth, Boosting Economic Outlook Amidst Challenges
China’s exports are expected to accelerate for the second consecutive month in May, driven by improving global demand and a favorable base of comparison. This positive development offers some comfort to officials grappling with various domestic challenges to sustain the nation’s uneven economic recovery. The trade data, scheduled for release …
Read More »Oil Prices Edge Up Despite Looming OPEC+ Supply Boost and Growing U.S. Stocks
Oil prices saw a modest rebound on Wednesday, even as the market anticipates an increase in supply later this year when OPEC+ begins to unwind its output cuts. U.S. jobs data and rising oil stocks also influenced trading. Brent crude futures experienced a 0.3% increase to $77.78 a barrel, while …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session, June 4
The USD Index (DXY) advanced slightly after briefly testing two-month lows near 104.00. On June 5, MBA’s Mortgage Applications are due seconded by ADP Employment Change, the final S&P Global Services PMI and the ISM Services PMI.The dollar managed to reverse part of the recent weakness after bottoming out in …
Read More »Gold price retreats amid risk aversion
Gold prices have fallen by 0.90% in the mid-North American session on Tuesday, amid risk-off sentiment and falling US Treasury bond yields. The latest tranche of US economic data shows the economy is slowing down, warranting lower interest rates. However, the Gold Index, XAU/USD, trades with losses and exchanges hands …
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