Gold prices surged to a record high in Asian trading on Wednesday, powered by strong safe haven demand amid deepening U.S.-China trade tensions and mounting uncertainty over the global tech sector, after Nvidia issued a significant impairment warning tied to U.S. chip export restrictions. Spot gold jumped 1.7% to $3,317.92/oz …
Read More »Market Drivers – US Session: Investors Await BoC Decision, Powell’s Speech
Global Markets Buzz as US Dollar Rebounds and Central Banks Take Center StageThe US Dollar took a breather from its recent sell-off on Tuesday, staging a modest recovery that pushed the US Dollar Index (DXY) above the critical 100.00 mark. Despite lingering trade tensions, market anticipation is running high ahead …
Read More »USD/JPY Inches Up but Bearish Clouds Loom Near 143
The USD/JPY pair nudged higher on Tuesday, flirting with the 143 mark as it carved out modest gains within its daily range. While the uptick offers a flicker of optimism ahead of the Asian trading session, the broader technical landscape remains shrouded in bearish signals, casting doubt on the sustainability …
Read More »Oil Prices Rise on U.S. Tariff Exemptions and China’s Crude Import Surge
Oil prices climbed on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, driven by U.S. policy adjustments and a rebound in China’s crude oil imports. Brent crude futures increased by 27 cents, or 0.42%, to $65.15 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude rose 26 cents, also up 0.42%, to $61.79. The …
Read More »U.S. Treasury Yields Slide Amid Speculation of Foreign Sell-Offs
On Tuesday, April 15, 2025, U.S. Treasury yields experienced a notable decline, reflecting heightened volatility in financial markets during the second day of the new trading week. This dip follows a turbulent period marked by trade tensions that shook global markets, threatening the long-standing status of U.S. Treasury bonds as …
Read More »Stock Market Dips as Investors Eye Key Economic Data
U.S. stock market took a breather on April 14, 2025, with major indexes posting modest declines as investors braced for a flurry of economic reports and corporate earnings. The S&P 500 slipped 0.3%, closing at 5,687.54, while the Nasdaq Composite shed 0.4% to end at 18,398.92. The Dow Jones Industrial …
Read More »BoC’s Navigating Rates Amid Tariff Turmoil
The Canadian dollar’s recent retreat from a five-month high against the U.S. dollar signals a market on edge, with all eyes on the Bank of Canada’s upcoming interest rate decision. After a 0.1% dip to 1.3875 per U.S. dollar, driven partly by a 0.6% drop in oil prices to $61.15 …
Read More »Why Is the Euro Becoming a Safe Haven Amid Trump Tariff Turmoil?
As global markets brace for the impact of proposed U.S. tariffs under President Donald Trump’s administration, an unexpected player has emerged as a beacon of stability: the euro. Investors, rattled by the uncertainty of trade disruptions, are increasingly turning to the European currency, traditionally overshadowed by the U.S. dollar in …
Read More »Gold Eases Slightly but Holds Near Record Highs Amid Tariff Uncertainty, Recession Fears
Gold prices dipped modestly in Asian trading on Tuesday, but remained within striking distance of record highs, as safe-haven demand held firm amid ongoing U.S.-China trade tensions and growing fears of a global economic slowdown. As of 01:51 ET (05:51 GMT): Spot gold was down 0.4% at $3,224.60 per ounce …
Read More »Market Drivers – US Session: RBA Minutes and UK Jobs Data In Focus
The U.S. dollar’s slide into a fourth week of losses underscores a shifting global landscape, with investors buoyed by easing U.S.-China trade tensions and a brighter risk appetite. As attention turns to the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) latest meeting minutes and the UK’s labor market report, these releases promise …
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