Market Update

During the North American session, the British Pound registered modest gains versus the US Dollar. The Bank of England (BoE) will decide on monetary policy in a week. An upbeat market sentiment underpins the GBP/USD’s higher trading at around 1.2579, above a key support level. The GBP/USD is neutral to …

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Oil futures surged on Monday following Saudi Arabia’s decision to increase crude prices for most regions in June, coinciding with escalating tensions in the Gaza Strip, raising concerns about a broader conflict in the major oil-producing area. At 0852 GMT, Brent crude futures climbed by 73 cents, or 0.9 percent, …

Bitcoin saw a marginal rise on Monday, rebounding from bear market territory over the weekend, although uncertainties lingered amidst heightened speculation regarding potential U.S. interest rate cuts. Benefiting from a significant decline in the dollar following weaker-than-expected nonfarm payrolls data, Bitcoin recovered from recent lows, climbing 1.7% in the past …

The dollar was broadly stable on Monday, May 6, after a report showed a slowdown in job growth in the United States, and raised hopes that the US Federal Reserve would cut interest rates this year, while the yen fell after a wave of volatility resulting from what is believed …

Gold prices rose on Monday, May 6, as continued tensions in the Middle East and expectations that the US Federal Reserve will begin lowering interest rates later in the year increased the appeal of the precious metal. Gold rose in instant transactions 0.3% to $2,309.24 per ounce by 0427 GMT. …

Oil futures saw an uptick on Monday, May 6, following Saudi Arabia’s decision to raise crude prices for most regions in June, coupled with escalating concerns over the conflict between Israel and Hamas, which could potentially impact oil production. At 0119 GMT, Brent crude futures climbed 28 cents, or 0.3%, …

US Dollar Index (DXY) Slips on Weak Employment Data Significant losses were incurred by the US Dollar Index (DXY), closing the North American session on Friday around the 105 mark, in contrast to the week’s opening reading of 106.093. This decline followed the release of US employment data for April, …

On Friday, the stock market rallied, continuing its upward trajectory for a third week. Despite a weaker-than-expected jobs data for April that heightened investor expectations for a rate decrease by the Federal Reserve later this year, this bullish feeling persisted.What is driving the US stock market?Wall Street is generally cheering …

Amid difficulties in Russian refining and shipping across the Red Sea, Shell reported a $7.7 billion profit for the first quarter, exceeding estimates and driving higher oil trading and liquefied natural gas production. Over the following three months, Shell intends to repurchase $3.5 billion worth of shares, continuing at the …