Market Update

A senior Federal Reserve official expressed optimism on Monday about the US economy’s trajectory, asserting that the nation remains on course to achieve its long-term inflation target of 2%, despite a recent uptick in price pressures.The Federal Reserve has embarked on a concerted effort to tame inflation, which surged to …

The US Dollar gained nearly 1% on Monday, driven by political developments in France and tariff threats from President-elect Donald Trump. Trump’s weekend tweet warning BRICS nations of 100% tariffs if they continue their de-dollarization efforts sparked a strong bid for the US Dollar in Asian markets.In Paris, Prime Minister …

Federal Reserve Board of Governors member Christopher Waller noted on Monday that while he is less than enthusiastic about a recent upswing in headline inflation figures, Governor Waller reiterated that he sees no reason to shift stance measurably as a result.The Fed Governor took a potshot at markets that have …

Gold prices fell on Monday after President-elect Donald Trump threatened the BRICS nations with 100% tariffs if they attempt to replace the US dollar with their own currency. This warning boosted the US Dollar, which typically weighs on Gold prices since the metal is primarily priced and traded in USD. …

Manufacturing activity displayed stark regional contrasts in November, with European output plunging further into contraction while China saw its manufacturing sector extend its recovery, driven by government stimulus and export demand. Europe’s Manufacturing Struggles Deepen The HCOB euro zone Manufacturing PMI dropped to 45.2, signaling persistent contraction in the sector. …

Saudi Arabia, the world’s top oil exporter, is likely to significantly reduce crude prices for Asian buyers in January, potentially marking the lowest official selling prices (OSPs) in years. This decision follows a decline in Middle East benchmark prices and reflects ongoing market dynamics, according to a Reuters survey of …

Oil prices advanced on Monday, driven by optimism over robust factory activity in China and renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. However, concerns over potential oversupply in 2025 continued to cap gains. Market Movement Brent crude: Rose 57 cents (0.79%) to $72.41 per barrel by 0700 GMT. West Texas …

Bitcoin began the week trading in a tight range, hovering just below the psychological $100,000 mark. The cryptocurrency market was influenced by optimism surrounding potential pro-crypto policies under the incoming Trump administration, while XRP saw a significant surge on speculation of favorable regulatory developments. Bitcoin Maintains Range Near All-Time Highs …

Gold prices declined in Asian trading on Monday, weighed down by a resurgent dollar following U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s announcement of steep potential tariffs targeting the BRICS nations. While geopolitical tensions provided some haven demand, they were not sufficient to counteract the bearish pressures from currency markets. Gold Under Pressure …

Gold prices edged up on Friday, lifted by a weakening dollar and ongoing geopolitical tensions. However, the gains were not enough to offset a sharp decline earlier in the week, leaving gold on track for its worst monthly performance since September 2023. The price increase came despite a broader rise …