European stock indices showed mixed but subdued movement on Wednesday, as investors awaited key U.S. inflation data. The DAX index in Germany remained relatively unchanged, France’s CAC 40 slipped by 0.2%, and London’s FTSE 100 saw a slight uptick of 0.1%. U.S. Inflation in Focus for Global Investors With little …
Read More »Gold Prices Recover as Focus Turns to U.S. Inflation Data
Gold prices edged higher in Asian trading on Wednesday, gaining 0.5% to reach $2,609.90 an ounce after recent declines driven by a strong U.S. dollar in the wake of Donald Trump’s re-election. Gold futures, however, dipped 0.4% to $2,615.70 an ounce as of early trading. The yellow metal’s recovery comes …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session
Dollar Strengthens Ahead of Key Data The US Dollar extended its rally on Wednesday, reaching a six-month high as investors remained optimistic about the “Trump trade.” The upcoming release of crucial US economic data, particularly the Inflation Rate, is set to be a major market mover. Key Developments:US Dollar Index …
Read More »XAU/USD Declines on Soaring Dollar Ahead of Inflation Data
Gold prices have experienced a sharp decline, falling below the crucial $2,600 level, as the US Dollar strengthens and Treasury yields rise. This downward trend is primarily driven by a combination of factors, including a less dovish Federal Reserve, escalating geopolitical tensions, and a shift in investor sentiment.A Strengthening Dollar …
Read More »EUR/USD Plummets to One-Year Low
The Euro has continued its downward spiral against the US Dollar, breaching the 1.06 level on Tuesday. This marks a significant decline for the currency pair, which has been under pressure for several weeks.Why is the pair declining?Several factors are contributing to the Euro’s weakness:US Economic Strength: The US economy …
Read More »GBP/USD Plunges Amidst Economic Woes and Dollar Strength
The GBP/USD currency pair experienced a sharp decline on Tuesday, shedding nearly 1% of its value. This significant downward movement was primarily driven by a confluence of factors, including a strengthening US dollar, rising UK unemployment rates, and lingering concerns about the UK’s economic outlook.The GBP/USD pair is facing significant …
Read More »Fed’s Kashkari: Can’t declare victory on inflation, but have reasons to be confident
Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis President Neel Kashkari noted on Tuesday that while the Fed has many reasons to feel confident about its long-running battle with transitory inflation, it still may be too soon to declare outright victory. Key US Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures expected in the midweek are …
Read More »Oil Prices Steady as Market Awaits OPEC Report Amid China Stimulus Disappointment and Supply Concerns
Oil prices remained largely unchanged on Tuesday, with investors holding off major moves ahead of OPEC’s anticipated monthly report. Market sentiment was also shaped by China’s recent underwhelming stimulus measures and continued oversupply concerns. As of 07:45 GMT, Brent crude futures inched up 4 cents to $71.87 per barrel, while …
Read More »U.S. Dollar Surges to Four-Month High Amid Expectations for Trump-Led Policies and Fed Tightening
The U.S. dollar continued its upward momentum on Tuesday, reaching a four-month peak as financial markets factored in the impact of an incoming Donald Trump administration and a potentially more hawkish Federal Reserve stance. At 04:00 ET (09:00 GMT), the Dollar Index, which measures the currency against a basket of …
Read More »European Stocks Dip as Inflation and Employment Data Weigh on Sentiment
European stock markets fell on Tuesday morning as investors assessed fresh economic data from the region, particularly inflation and employment figures, alongside quarterly earnings updates from key corporations. At 03:10 ET (08:10 GMT), Germany’s DAX was down 0.9%, France’s CAC 40 dropped 1%, and London’s FTSE 100 slipped by 0.4%. …
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