Under Trump’s presidency, as the Chinese economy is more dependent on exports, making tariffs more potent. However, it is less reliant on American markets and increasingly bent on self-sufficiency. Chinese leaders are directing investment into robotics and aviation to accelerate industrial advances. The balance of power has shifted in favour …
Read More »Oil Prices Hold Steady as U.S. Storm Concerns Subside and China’s Stimulus Plan Falls Short
Oil prices remained relatively unchanged on Monday, as concerns over potential supply disruptions from a storm in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico eased, and disappointment over China’s stimulus plan weighed on expectations for future fuel demand growth in the world’s second-largest oil consumer. By 07:14 GMT, Brent crude futures were …
Read More »Could trade war tariffs architect become Trump’s pick for US Trade Rep?
The man behind the trade war tariffs between the United States and China, Robert Lighthizer, reportedly has been appointed to serve as the US Trade Representative once again in Trump’s upcoming government. He is an ardent supporter of tariffs as a powerful instrument to combat foreign subsidies and support American …
Read More »Gold edges lower post-US election, FOMC decision
Gold falls on Friday as Donald Trump’s re-election continues to impact the precious metal. This reverses a short-term bounce following the Federal Reserve’s decision to cut interest rates by 0.25%. Technically, XAU/USD corrects back within a short-term downtrend. Gold (XAU/USD) edges down to trade around the $2,690 mark on Friday, …
Read More »Oil Markets See Weekly Gains Amid OPEC+ Supply Restraints and Geopolitical Concerns
Oil prices eased slightly during Asian trade on Friday, but the market is still poised to record a solid weekly gain driven by critical supply decisions and geopolitical uncertainties. Key Factors Supporting Oil Prices: OPEC+ Maintains Supply CutsThe Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies (OPEC+) have provided …
Read More »Gold Shines, Surging 1.7% After Fed Rate Cut
Gold prices surged over 1.7% after the Federal Reserve delivered a widely anticipated 25 basis point interest rate cut. While the market had largely priced in this move, the Fed’s acknowledgment of economic uncertainty and balanced risks bolstered gold’s safe-haven appeal. Gold is trading at 2,704 at the time of …
Read More »Gold Prices Dip Amid Dollar Rally Post-Trump Election Win; Industrial Metals Show Mixed Trends
Gold prices slipped slightly in Asian trade on Thursday, extending the losses from the previous session, triggered by a sharp rally in the dollar and risk assets following Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election. Despite this recent decline, gold has managed to hold on to significant gains …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session
The US Dollar Index (DXY) rose to four-month tops north of the 105.00 hurdle on the back of Trump’s win and higher US yields. The Fed’s interest rate decision will be at the centre of the debate, seconded by weekly Initial Jobless Claims and Wholesale Inventories.The US dollar has touched …
Read More »Are Trump tariffs posing a bigger threat to China’s economy in his second term?
Donald Trump’s threat to impose 60% tariffs on US imports of Chinese goods poses significant growth risks for the world’s second-largest economy. The property market crisis, weak domestic demand, and deflationary pressures have contributed to China’s economic downturn. In 2018, the property market was strong, driving about a quarter of …
Read More »XAU/USD Has Suffered Since Trump’s Victory Announced
Gold price is under considerable downward pressure due to the strong rise in the US dollar since the announcement of Donald Trump, the former US President and Republican candidate, winning the 2024 US presidential election. Financial markets continue to celebrate the victory of former US President and Republican candidate Donald …
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