Amidst optimism sparked by Wall Street’s milestone achievement, European stocks surged on Monday, echoing the Standard & Poor’s 500 index’s historic close above the five-thousand-point mark for the first time. Investors turned their attention to a mix of corporate earnings and economic indicators, eagerly anticipating cues for potential interest rate …
Read More »Gold Prices Hold Steady Amid Holiday Lull, Await Fed Remarks and Data
Gold prices stabilized on Monday, experiencing modest trading activity as investors awaited statements from Federal Reserve officials and key economic data releases. Here’s a breakdown of the latest developments influencing the precious metal market: Stable Gold Prices Amid Holiday Period Gold settled in spot trading at $2,023.03 per ounce, showing …
Read More »Weekly Recap: Markets bracketed by Powell’s interview, revised US inflation
Due to the parity of factors that affected the trading environment over the preceding period, the price movement of practically all traded assets closed last week’s trading on the global financial markets with a moderate change.These factors started with investors’ focus on the statements and comments by Federal Reserve Chair, …
Read More »EUR/USD capped below 1.0800 despite thin gains
The EUR/USD pair found some room higher but still lacks upside momentum. Final German HICP and CPI inflation brought no surprises.US CPI inflation, EU GDP figures slated for next week. The EUR/USD found some room on the high side on Friday, continuing a near-term recovery. However, the pair remains firmly …
Read More »Gold expected to register weekly decline on surging T-yields
Under pressure from high Treasury yields, gold fell on Friday and was on track for a weekly decline as investors anticipated US inflation data the next week for further hints about when the Fed will decrease interest rates.At 10:16 a.m. ET (15:16 GMT), spot gold was down 0.4% at $2,025.49 …
Read More »US dollar squashed after lower than expected revised CPI data
The US Dollar is softer after weaker US CPI revisions, with the Dollar Index failing to close above the 100-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) and could slide back below 104. The S&P 500 briefly hit 5,000 after the opening of the trading session, with some risk on creeping in. The …
Read More »European Stocks Rise Amid Varied Performances
European stocks saw a mixed but generally positive start to Friday’s trading session, with notable performances in certain sectors offsetting broader market dynamics. Here’s a breakdown of the key movements and factors shaping the early market activity: Modest Rise in European STOXX 600 Index At the open, the European STOXX …
Read More »Nikkei Retreats from 34-Year Peak Amid Profit-Taking
The Nikkei index in Japan experienced a mild retreat at Friday’s close, stepping back from its highest level in 34 years as investors opted to cash in on gains. Here’s a breakdown of the key movements and factors influencing the market: Nikkei’s Modest Gain and Intraday High The Nikkei edged …
Read More »Yen Slides to Ten-Week Low as Dollar Strengthens
The yen stumbled to its lowest point in ten weeks on Friday, while the dollar continued its upward trajectory for the fourth consecutive week. This shift comes as traders recalibrate their expectations regarding interest rate movements by central banks. Yen’s Decline and Dollar’s Advance The yen exhibited limited movement, hovering …
Read More »Gold Prices Stabilize Amid Lunar New Year Holiday
Chinese Markets Closed, Dollar Strength Curbs Safe-Haven Demand Gold prices remained steady in subdued trading as Chinese markets observed the Lunar New Year holiday. Meanwhile, the dollar’s resilience dampened demand for safe-haven assets amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Current Gold Prices and Market Activity At 0404 GMT, gold …
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