Oil prices rose over 1% on Wednesday, recovering some losses from the previous day, as a significant drop in U.S. crude inventories and concerns about Hurricane Francine disrupting output outweighed worries about weak global demand. Brent crude futures increased by $1.10, or 1.6%, to $70.29 a barrel at 0807 GMT, …
Read More »Dollar Hits Year-Low Against Yen as Harris Gains Edge in Presidential Race
The U.S. dollar dropped to its lowest level against the yen this year on Wednesday, after investors boosted the chances of Kamala Harris winning the upcoming U.S. presidential election following a key debate against rival Donald Trump. The dollar fell as much as 1.24% to 140.71 yen, a level last …
Read More »European Shares Climb as Oil and Gas Sectors Lead Gains Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data
European shares opened higher on Wednesday, supported by strong performances in the oil, gas, and basic resources sectors. Investors are closely watching for the upcoming U.S. inflation report, which could provide insight into the Federal Reserve’s potential interest rate moves next week. The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose by 0.3% …
Read More »Bitcoin Falls Amid Heated Presidential Debate, Crypto Markets Weigh Uncertainty
Bitcoin’s price dropped on Wednesday, following a broader sell-off in risk assets as the contentious U.S. presidential debate increased concerns about the upcoming 2024 election. The cryptocurrency slipped 1.2%, reaching $56,258.6 by 05:58 GMT, while the broader crypto market also saw declines. Bitcoin turned negative after the conclusion of the …
Read More »Oil Prices Rebound Amid Hurricane Concerns, Despite Weak Demand Outlook
Oil prices rose on Wednesday, recovering some of the sharp losses from the previous day, as concerns over Hurricane Francine disrupting U.S. output offset ongoing fears of weak global demand. By 04:30 GMT, Brent crude futures had gained 34 cents, or 0.5%, reaching $69.53 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas …
Read More »Gold Prices Near Record Highs Amid Election Uncertainty and Inflation Data Anticipation
Gold prices edged higher in Asian trading on Wednesday, nearing record levels as uncertainty surrounding the 2024 U.S. presidential elections intensified after a heated debate between candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Investors also shifted focus to a crucial U.S. inflation report, pushing demand for safe-haven assets like gold and …
Read More »Asian Stocks Fall Amid U.S. Presidential Race Uncertainty and Trade Tensions
Asian stocks largely declined on Wednesday, driven by uncertainties surrounding the U.S. presidential race and growing concerns over trade tensions. Chinese markets took a particularly sharp hit, with the Shanghai Composite and Shanghai Shenzhen CSI 300 indexes falling 0.8% and 0.2%, respectively, reaching seven-month lows. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session, September 10
Markets Await Key US Data, Central Bank DecisionThe US dollar maintained its upward trajectory on Tuesday, although its momentum appeared to be slowing as investors cautiously awaited the release of crucial US economic data. The US Dollar Index (DXY) remained near the upper end of its trading range, hovering around …
Read More »XAU/USD Surges As Traders Eye US Inflation Data
Gold prices experienced a surge on Tuesday as investors eagerly awaited the release of crucial US economic data and the first presidential debate in the course of the 2024’s US elections. The precious metal gained momentum as the US dollar weakened and Treasury yields declined, reflecting market expectations for a …
Read More »Stock Market Turbulence: Investors Brace for Key Events
Mixed Market Performance: Investors are regrouping after a tumultuous few days in the markets. With a pivotal moment in the presidential campaign and the release of a key economic indicator just hours away, stocks were mixed, and oil prices fell to their lowest levels since December 2021.Political and Economic InfluencesTuesday …
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