Market Update

Oil prices climbed on Tuesday, reversing losses from the previous session, as analysts pointed to a more optimistic short-term outlook despite thin trading activity ahead of the Christmas holiday. Brent Crude: Up 0.6% to $73.05 a barrel. WTI Crude: Gained 0.6% to reach $69.62 a barrel as of 0742 GMT. …

Bitcoin continued its downward trajectory on Tuesday, marking its fourth consecutive daily decline as the rally triggered by Donald Trump’s presidential election victory faded in the face of a more hawkish Federal Reserve. Bitcoin Price: Fell 2% to $94,159.4 as of 00:22 ET (05:22 GMT), dipping below the critical $93,000 …

Dollar Remains Resilient as Holiday Trading CommencesThe US Dollar Index (DXY) edged higher on Monday, extending its recent winning streak, as cautious trading characterized the start of the holiday-shortened week. Investor risk appetite appeared subdued, with market volumes contracting ahead of the Christmas holiday. Key economic data releases this week …

The oil market saw a major decline as a number of bearish factors combined to cause crude prices to drop precipitously. An impending supply glut and worries about a worldwide economic slowdown, especially in China, have clouded the outlook for the oil market. The tight market conditions earlier this year …

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) kicked off the Christmas trading week on a subdued note, reflecting a confluence of factors that are currently weighing on market sentiment. A disappointing report on US Durable Goods Orders, coupled with the holiday-shortened trading week, has created a challenging environment for the blue-chip …

The EUR/USD currency pair experienced a sharp decline at the beginning of the week, falling by 0.35% to trade near the 1.0400 level. This marked a reversal of the modest gains observed in the preceding sessions, highlighting the persistent bearish sentiment dominating the market. The 20-day Simple Moving Average (SMA), …

Gold prices are currently facing headwinds, trading below $2,600 per ounce. This decline coincides with a strengthening US dollar, driven by a confluence of factors. The US equity market has experienced a downturn, with all three major indices trading lower, dampening risk appetite and bolstering demand for the safe-haven US …

The US Dollar gained momentum on Monday, approaching a two-year peak. This upward trend was fueled by an upward revision in November Durable Goods orders, surpassing initial estimates.Key Developments:Government Shutdown Averted: A last-minute deal prevented a government shutdown, easing market concerns ahead of the holidays.Durable Goods Upward Revision: The upward …

The European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation, designed to enhance transparency and combat financial crime, is inadvertently reshaping the crypto landscape in the bloc. The forced delisting of Tether (USDT), the dominant stablecoin, from several EU exchanges is creating ripples, potentially dampening the region’s allure for crypto investors just …

U.S. stock index futures advanced slightly on Monday as Wall Street reacted to signs of easing inflation, kicking off a shortened trading week ahead of the Christmas holiday. Dow Jones Futures: +5 points (+0.1%) S&P 500 Futures: +10 points (+0.2%) Nasdaq 100 Futures: +60 points (+0.3%) Markets will close early …