Oil prices steadied on Monday, following significant gains last week, as concerns about supply disruptions due to geopolitical tensions kept prices elevated. Brent crude futures slipped 0.34% to $74.91 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude (WTI) dropped 0.49% to $70.89 per barrel. Key Factors Affecting Oil Prices Geopolitical …
Read More »Gold Prices Decline Amid Risk-On Sentiment: A Short-Term Retreat and Medium-Term Outlook
Gold prices faced a sharp drop today, retreating from a three-week high, as a risk-on environment diminished the appeal of the precious metal. The XAU/USD pair struggled to sustain its momentum from last week’s gains, though it managed to hold above the $2,650 level, supported by the 100-period Simple Moving …
Read More »Oil Markets Eying Weekly Gains Following PMI Data
Crude Oil prices rebounded after a volatile Friday, driven by a surge in the US dollar and positive economic indicators from the United States. The US Dollar Index hit a two-year high, benefiting from the weaker Eurozone economy and strong US economic data.The geopolitical tensions between Russia and Ukraine continue …
Read More »Gold Prices Poised for Growth in 2025 Amid Economic and Geopolitical Tailwinds
Analysts at UBS forecast sustained upward momentum in gold prices throughout 2025, driven by a combination of declining global interest rates and persistent geopolitical risks. These factors reinforce gold’s status as a reliable safe-haven asset while aligning with favorable macroeconomic trends. Key Drivers for Gold’s Rally Lower Interest Rates Central …
Read More »Gold Poised for Biggest Weekly Gain in Eight Months Amid Escalating Tensions
Gold maintained its upward momentum on Friday, setting the stage for its largest weekly gain in nearly eight months. The precious metal’s appeal as a safe haven surged amid heightened geopolitical tensions, as Russia lowered its nuclear weapon usage threshold and launched a hypersonic missile at Ukraine. Spot gold remained …
Read More »Gold Prices Soar Amid Geopolitical Tensions
Gold prices have surged for the fourth consecutive day, surpassing the 50-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) of $2,660 due to global unrest and reports of Russia’s potential Inter-Continental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) launch. The US economic data suggests a strong jobs market, with the XAU/USD trading at $2,672 at weekly highs, …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session
Market Focus Shifts to Japan and Global PMIsThe US Dollar continued its upward trend, reaching new 2024 highs. This was driven by a combination of factors, including a weakening risk appetite and ongoing geopolitical tensions.Key Events on Friday, November 22nd:• US: Flash S&P Global Manufacturing and Services PMIs, final Michigan …
Read More »Gold Prices Extend Gains Amid Geopolitical Tensions, but Dollar Strength Caps Upside
Gold prices continued their upward trajectory in Asian trade on Thursday, marking a fourth consecutive session of gains as escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine spurred safe-haven demand. However, the precious metal’s recovery faced headwinds from a robust U.S. dollar and uncertainty surrounding Federal Reserve rate decisions. Spot gold rose …
Read More »Gold Extends Gains Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions, But Dollar Strength Limits Upside
Gold prices climbed higher on Wednesday, bolstered by increasing safe haven demand as geopolitical tensions between Russia and Ukraine escalated. However, gains in the precious metal were somewhat restrained due to the persistent strength of the U.S. dollar. Spot gold edged up by 0.2% to $2,636.28 an ounce, while December …
Read More »Gold Prices Surge Amidst Geopolitical Tensions
Gold prices rallied to a one-week high on Tuesday, trading now at $2630.38, up +0.72%, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions between Russia and Ukraine. The Kremlin’s announcement of a revised nuclear doctrine, which views attacks from non-nuclear states backed by nuclear powers as joint attacks, sparked investor concerns. As a …
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