Forex Market

Gold prices dipped on Wednesday as investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decision. The market’s focus is on the central bank’s 2025 economic projections and the tone of Chair Jerome Powell’s subsequent press conference. The precious metal is 0..35% down, trading at $ 2636.28 at the time of writing.A …

Oil prices climbed on Wednesday, driven by a decline in US crude inventories and anticipation of an interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve. However, uncertainty surrounding the Fed’s future monetary policy trajectory is limiting the upside potential for oil.US Crude Inventory DrawThe Energy Information Administration (EIA) reported a decrease …

The EUR/USD pair is trading near 1.0500 on Wednesday, struggling to gain significant momentum. The 20-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) at 1.0550 continues to cap upside potential, suggesting a cautious market sentiment.Technical AnalysisTechnical indicators point to a lack of directional bias. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is hovering around 42, …

The U.S. dollar maintained its strength on Wednesday as investors braced for the Federal Reserve’s highly anticipated policy decision. The central bank is expected to implement a “hawkish cut,” reducing interest rates by 25 basis points while signaling a more restrained approach to easing in 2025. Markets are keen to …

European markets displayed a mixed performance on Wednesday as investors turned their focus to the upcoming U.S. Federal Reserve decision. By mid-morning, Germany’s DAX slipped 0.1%, France’s CAC 40 remained unchanged, while the U.K.’s FTSE 100 edged up 0.2%. Market participants are widely expecting the Fed to announce a 0.25% …

British inflation surged to its highest level in eight months this November, reaching 2.6% on an annual basis, compared to 2.3% in October. This marks a sharp climb from September’s 1.7%, the first time inflation dipped below the Bank of England’s (BoE) 2% target in over three years. While this …

As the year draws to a close, financial markets are navigating a period of heightened uncertainty, with investors closely monitoring the decisions of major central banks. The Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision on Wednesday is particularly significant, as it could have far-reaching implications for global markets.A Hawkish UndercurrentWhile the market …

The Canadian dollar weakened further against the US dollar (USD) on Tuesday as the latest inflation data revealed a steeper-than-expected decline in headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation. This development has raised concerns about the country’s economic outlook and fueled expectations for further interest rate cuts by the Bank of …

The Fed will likely move ahead with another 25-basis point cut at its December meeting. The Federal Reserve’s last meeting in 2024 is poised to be a pivotal moment in the ongoing economic battle against inflation in the United States. As the US central bank prepares to deliver its final …

Gold prices have retreated from their recent highs, pressured by rising US Treasury yields. This shift reflects a change in market expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. The upcoming FOMC meeting is a pivotal moment for gold, as the Fed’s policy decisions and forward guidance will significantly impact the …