Market Update

Gold prices have experienced a significant decline, plummeting over 2.5% on Monday as the US Dollar surged to a four-month high. This downward trend is primarily driven by growing concerns over potential trade tensions under a second Trump presidency. The US Dollar Index (DXY) has climbed to 105.57, boosted by …

The Japanese Yen (JPY) continues its downward trajectory against the US Dollar (USD) as uncertainty surrounding the Bank of Japan’s (BoJ) monetary policy persists. Recent developments in Japan’s political landscape and mixed signals from the central bank have raised doubts about the likelihood of future interest rate hikes.BoJ’s Cautious StanceThe …

The EUR/GBP pair extended its downward trajectory on Monday, dipping 0.27% to approach its lowest level since March 2022, around 0.8270. This decline marks a continuation of a five-day losing streak, indicating a strong bearish trend.OutlookGiven the prevailing bearish trend, the EUR/GBP pair is expected to remain under downward pressure. …

Under Trump’s presidency, as the Chinese economy is more dependent on exports, making tariffs more potent. However, it is less reliant on American markets and increasingly bent on self-sufficiency. Chinese leaders are directing investment into robotics and aviation to accelerate industrial advances. The balance of power has shifted in favour …

The euro fell to its lowest level in 4 and a half months against the U.S. dollar on Monday, as concerns about potential U.S. tariffs weighed heavily on the currency and investors reacted to growing uncertainties surrounding U.S. economic policy under President-elect Donald Trump. At 10:00 GMT, the euro was …

Oil prices remained relatively unchanged on Monday, as concerns over potential supply disruptions from a storm in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico eased, and disappointment over China’s stimulus plan weighed on expectations for future fuel demand growth in the world’s second-largest oil consumer. By 07:14 GMT, Brent crude futures were …

European stock markets kicked off the week on a high note, buoyed by record gains from Wall Street and recent moves by the U.S. Federal Reserve to lower interest rates. By 03:10 ET (08:10 GMT), key indices showed robust gains: Germany’s DAX was up 1.1%, France’s CAC 40 increased by …

Bitcoin extended its record-breaking rally on Monday, spurred by favorable sentiment following Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 presidential election. The world’s largest cryptocurrency reached an all-time high of $81,792.4 before settling slightly lower at $81,193.4 by early morning trading. Trump Victory Fuels Optimism for Cryptocurrencies The surge in Bitcoin …

The man behind the trade war tariffs between the United States and China, Robert Lighthizer, reportedly has been appointed to serve as the US Trade Representative once again in Trump’s upcoming government. He is an ardent supporter of tariffs as a powerful instrument to combat foreign subsidies and support American …

Earlier during this trading week, Bitcoin’s price reached a new all-time high near $77K, amid concerns about mass liquidations in a snap market reversal. The volatility came as the United States Federal Reserve lowered interest rates by an expected 0.25%. After the latest Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, Fed …