Market Update

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 …

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%. …

Bitcoin’s relentless ascent has recently captured the world’s attention, with many analysts predicting further price increases. However, a significant hurdle may lie ahead: the $90,000 to $100,000 price range. Market makers, the financial institutions that facilitate trading by providing liquidity, could play a crucial role in capping Bitcoin’s upward momentum …

The price of WTI drops to about $68.00 in the early Asian session on Tuesday. The USD-denominated oil is impacted by the strengthening USD. Investors were let down by China’s stimulus plan, which caused the WTI price to decline. The benchmark for US crude oil, West Texas Intermediate (WTI), is …

As investors braced for the release of US data and a slew of Fed speakers later this week, the greenback surged to new highs on the strength of the “Trump trade.”Due to investors’ reevaluation of possible Trump policies and the effect on the Fed’s easing cycle, the US Dollar Index …

Gold prices have experienced a significant decline, plummeting over 2.5% on Monday as the US Dollar surged to a four-month high. This downward trend is primarily driven by growing concerns over potential trade tensions under a second Trump presidency. The US Dollar Index (DXY) has climbed to 105.57, boosted by …

The Japanese Yen (JPY) continues its downward trajectory against the US Dollar (USD) as uncertainty surrounding the Bank of Japan’s (BoJ) monetary policy persists. Recent developments in Japan’s political landscape and mixed signals from the central bank have raised doubts about the likelihood of future interest rate hikes.BoJ’s Cautious StanceThe …

The EUR/GBP pair extended its downward trajectory on Monday, dipping 0.27% to approach its lowest level since March 2022, around 0.8270. This decline marks a continuation of a five-day losing streak, indicating a strong bearish trend.OutlookGiven the prevailing bearish trend, the EUR/GBP pair is expected to remain under downward pressure. …

Under Trump’s presidency, as the Chinese economy is more dependent on exports, making tariffs more potent. However, it is less reliant on American markets and increasingly bent on self-sufficiency. Chinese leaders are directing investment into robotics and aviation to accelerate industrial advances. The balance of power has shifted in favour …

The euro fell to its lowest level in 4 and a half months against the U.S. dollar on Monday, as concerns about potential U.S. tariffs weighed heavily on the currency and investors reacted to growing uncertainties surrounding U.S. economic policy under President-elect Donald Trump. At 10:00 GMT, the euro was …