The global oil market remains in a state of flux, with prices hovering near 14-month lows. A combination of factors, including unexpected inventory draws, OPEC+ decisions, and persistent demand concerns, have contributed to this volatile landscape.Inventory Dynamics and OPEC+ InterventionA significant factor influencing oil prices has been the recent dynamics …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session, September 4
As markets anticipate a larger-than-expected rate cut by the Federal Reserve later this month, recent economic data suggests a slowdown in the US labor market, supporting the rate cut expectations. The Euro strengthened against the dollar as the US dollar’s value declined. Key economic indicators for the Eurozone, including factory …
Read More »XAU/USD Rises Following Weak US JOLTS Data
Gold prices pushed higher during the North American session as the likelihood of a 50 basis point (bps) rate decrease by the Federal Reserve increased due to the US’s weaker-than-expected jobs statistics. In addition, the yield on US Treasury bonds decreased, which hurt the US dollar, which has an inverse …
Read More »U.S. Oil Futures Rise Amid Hopes for OPEC+ Supply Limits Despite Demand Concerns
U.S. oil futures edged higher on Wednesday, buoyed by expectations that OPEC+ may delay a planned output increase to support the market, which has been weighed down by concerns over sluggish demand growth. Oil Prices Climb As of 07:55 EST (11:55 GMT), West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil futures rose …
Read More »NFP Report Expectations and Their Impact on Fed Decisions | Noor Capital Insights | Al Arabiya Channel, 09/03/2024
Interviewed by Al Arabiya Head of Research and Development at Noor Capital and member of the US Association of Technical Analysts, Mohammed Hashad shed light on the most important developments and market movements, especially the American stock market, which is achieving remarkable gains. Host: For more on global markets, we’re …
Read More »Oil Prices Extend Decline Amid Libya Dispute Resolution and Global Demand Concerns
Oil prices continued their downward trend on Wednesday, extending the more than 4% drop seen in the previous session. The market remains under pressure, hovering at its lowest levels since December, driven by expectations of a potential resolution to the political dispute in Libya that has halted oil exports, along …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session, September 3
The US dollar has gained momentum, reaching two-week highs against a backdrop of weakening risk-linked assets. This surge follows an inconclusive price action on Monday due to the Labor Day holiday. Dollar Strengthens Amidst Rising Recession Fears The US Dollar Index (DXY) has advanced further, approaching the crucial 102.00 level. …
Read More »What’s Behind Gold’s Recent Dizzying Decline?
Gold traded below 2,500 per ounce on Tuesday, as the precious metal, which was formerly associated with stability and prosperity, has been steadily declining. Recent weeks have seen a sharp decline in gold prices, mostly due to the US dollar’s steadfast growth. In the financial markets, the inverse relationship between …
Read More »Stocks Market Meltdown: Economic Fears and Stock Market Collapse
The stock market collapsed catastrophically at the beginning of September, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropping by an incredible 400 points. The main causes of this sharp decline were growing economic anxieties, which were made worse by shaky manufacturing data and generalized misgivings about the technology industry.The latest market …
Read More »OPEC’s Risky Position: Supply-Demand Balance Required
The OPEC+ alliance, comprising major oil producers like Russia and OPEC members, faces a precarious balancing act. The group must carefully navigate the complexities of maintaining market stability and ensuring the financial security of its members, especially after the recent decision to increase oil production starting in October. This decision …
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