Market Update

U.S. stocks saw modest gains on Monday, with trading activity subdued as investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s final policy meeting of the year. By 06:10 ET (11:10 GMT), Dow Jones Futures rose 50 points (0.1%), S&P 500 Futures added 8 points (0.1%), and Nasdaq 100 Futures climbed 55 points (0.3%). …

Europe’s labour market softened in the third quarter, with data on Monday indicating a decline in inflationary pressures, potentially paving the way for further interest rate cuts. Labour cost growth in the eurozone slowed to 4.6% in Q3, down from 5.2% in the previous quarter, according to Eurostat. Meanwhile, the …

Bitcoin surged to an unprecedented high above $106,000 on Monday, fueled by optimism surrounding a potentially favorable regulatory environment under President-elect Donald Trump. His comments about creating a U.S. strategic bitcoin reserve—akin to the nation’s oil reserves—further bolstered market enthusiasm for cryptocurrencies. Key Highlights: Bitcoin Price Surge: Bitcoin reached a …

Oil futures eased slightly on Monday after reaching their highest levels in weeks, as traders booked profits ahead of the Federal Reserve’s final policy meeting of the year. Despite the decline, prices remain supported by fears of supply disruptions linked to potential U.S. sanctions on major oil exporters like Russia …

Gold prices remained relatively flat during Asian trading on Monday as investors tread cautiously ahead of the Federal Reserve’s final policy meeting for 2024. A stronger dollar and mixed signals on U.S. interest rate expectations added pressure to the precious metal, while industrial metals, such as copper, faced headwinds from …

Last Monday, the Nasdaq index temporarily surpassed the 20,000-point mark, setting a new record. Strong economic growth, increasing corporate profits, moderate inflation, and the beginning of central banks easing their monetary policies have all contributed to the stock market’s successful performance this year. However, some uncertainties remain about the future …

The US dollar continued its upward trajectory on Friday, buoyed by strong inflation data released earlier in the week. The data revealed that US consumer and producer prices have remained elevated, reinforcing expectations of a more hawkish Federal Reserve. The dollar index, which measures the greenback against a basket of …

Euro Under Pressure, But a Technical Rebound LoomsThe Euro has been grappling with downward pressure following the European Central Bank’s (ECB) decision to cut interest rates. The EUR/USD pair, a key currency market indicator, has hovered near the 1.0500 level, suggesting a delicate balance between bearish and bullish forces.Technical Analysis …

The Federal Reserve’s impending interest rate cut is a complex event with far-reaching implications for investors and consumers alike. While it may offer some short-term relief, it also introduces a host of uncertainties and potential risks.A Cautious PivotThe Fed’s decision to ease monetary policy reflects a cautious approach to navigating …

The S&P 500 was little changed on Friday, putting it on track for a weekly decline. Despite a strong performance by technology stocks, led by Broadcom’s surge following impressive earnings results, the broader market remained relatively subdued.Broadcom’s market capitalization surpassed $1 trillion, driven by soaring artificial intelligence demand. Other tech …