The financial landscape is currently a puzzle of conflicting signals. On one hand, the Dow Jones Industrial Average is hitting record highs, a traditional sign of a strong economy and robust corporate health. On the other, key economic data points like the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and jobless claims are …
Read More »Why Has Gold’s Rally Stalled Despite Weaker USD?
Gold’s recent surge to a new record high has stalled, but the precious metal remains poised for further gains. Despite mixed US inflation data, the overall economic picture points to an increasingly clear path for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. This has solidified the market’s belief that policy easing is …
Read More »ECB Holds Rates Steady, Leaves Path for Possible Future Cut Open
The European Central Bank (ECB) kept interest rates unchanged on Thursday, as expected, while offering little guidance on its next steps. Policymakers signaled caution as inflation projections dipped below target for next year, keeping alive market speculation of a final “insurance” cut later in 2025. Rates on Hold, Outlook Cautious …
Read More »U.S. Inflation Rises in August, Keeping Fed Rate Cut in Focus
U.S. headline consumer price growth accelerated in August, but the increase was largely in line with expectations, reinforcing market conviction that the Federal Reserve will move ahead with an interest rate cut at its upcoming policy meeting. Headline CPI Annual CPI: 2.9% (vs. 2.7% in July, matching forecasts) Monthly CPI: …
Read More »Noor Capital | Interview with Mohammed Hashad on Alarabiya TV – Sept 11, 2025
In an interview conducted by Alarabiya TV, Mohamed Hashad, Head of Research and Development at Noor Capital and a member of the American Association of Technical Analysts, commented and analyzed the performance of financial markets. Q: Will the Fed cut interest rates in September? And if so, will it be …
Read More »Gold Holds Near Record Highs as Traders Await Key U.S. Inflation Data
Gold prices edged lower in Asian trading on Thursday, with investors adopting a cautious stance ahead of pivotal U.S. inflation figures that could define the Federal Reserve’s policy direction. Despite the dip, bullion remained close to record highs as firm bets on a September rate cut and concerns over Fed …
Read More »Oil Prices Steady as Supply Risks Balance Oversupply Concerns
Oil prices steadied in Asian trading on Thursday, holding near recent highs after a volatile week marked by heightened geopolitical tensions in Russia and the Middle East, offset by worries of oversupply following an unexpected rise in U.S. crude inventories. Brent oil futures for November traded at $67.49 per barrel, …
Read More »Stephen Miran’s Nomination Explained: Can a Presidential Pick Stay Independent at the Fed?
The US Senate Banking Committee just advanced President Trump’s pick for the Federal Reserve, Stephen Miran, despite serious concerns about his political independence. The 13-11 vote moves Miran one step closer to joining the central bank in time for a key interest rate decision, but his unique arrangement with the …
Read More »Market Drivers – US Session: After PPI Reading, US CPI Takes Center Stage, ECB “On Hold”
US Producer Price Index (PPI) inflation came in below expectations, bolstering bets of interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve (Fed) next week. The US Dollar (USD) is on the back foot, weakened by mounting market expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates again next week. This sentiment …
Read More »ECB’s Rate Decision Preview: Will Rates Hold Steady as the Euro Eyes a Rally?
On Thursday, September 11, 2025, the European Central Bank (ECB) will unveil its latest monetary policy decision, capturing the attention of global markets. Expectations are high that the ECB will keep its key deposit rate steady at 2%, marking a second consecutive pause in rate cuts. This stance is driven …
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