Market Update

The Federal Reserve is widely expected to hold its current monetary policy stance following the January meeting.Fed Chairman Powell’s press conference will be crucial in providing insights into the future direction of interest rates.The US Dollar could weaken if the Fed maintains the possibility of a rate cut in March.The …

The Canadian Dollar declined 0.25% against the US Dollar on Wednesday following the Bank of Canada’s (BoC) decision to cut interest rates by another 25 basis points to 3%. This move, the third consecutive rate cut, comes after the BoC raised rates aggressively in 2023, reaching a peak of 5% …

Bitcoin dipped 0.5% to $102,140.0 by 08:14 ET (13:14 GMT) on Wednesday, as bargain buying failed to fully offset recent losses. Sentiment remained fragile amid uncertainty over U.S. trade policy, Federal Reserve rate decisions, and crypto regulations. Key Market Factors 1. Trump’s Trade and Crypto Policies Create Uncertainty The White …

European natural gas prices climbed 3% in midday trading on Wednesday, driven by falling inventories and supply concerns. The Dutch TTF contract, Europe’s key gas benchmark, rose to €49.67 per megawatt-hour (MWh). Key Market Drivers 1. Declining Gas Storage Levels EU gas storage was at 55.5% capacity as of Monday, …

Oil prices fell on Wednesday, pressured by a build-up in U.S. crude inventories and reduced concerns over Libyan supply disruptions. Investors are also closely monitoring potential U.S. tariffs on Canadian and Mexican oil imports. As of 0916 GMT: Brent crude futures declined $0.59 (-0.76%) to $77.90 per barrel. U.S. West …

European stock markets remained relatively stable on Wednesday as investors evaluated a series of major corporate earnings while awaiting policy decisions from both the European Central Bank (ECB) and the U.S. Federal Reserve. As of 03:05 ET (08:05 GMT): Germany’s DAX rose 0.4% France’s CAC 40 slipped 0.4% UK’s FTSE …

Gold prices remained largely unchanged in Asian trading on Wednesday as investors braced for the Federal Reserve’s policy decision amid growing uncertainty surrounding U.S. trade policies under President Donald Trump. Spot gold was muted at $2,762.64 per ounce, while gold futures for February delivery edged up 0.1% to $2,796.06 an …

The US Dollar regained momentum, climbing to two-day highs as US yields rebounded and tariff-related headlines fueled market activity. All eyes are now on the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, a pivotal event that could shape market sentiment in the coming weeks. The US Dollar’s Resurgence The US Dollar …

Gold prices have rebounded sharply, driven by escalating trade tensions and market volatility. The precious metal, often seen as a safe-haven asset, has surged past $ 2,790. This rally comes amid heightened uncertainty surrounding U.S. trade policies and cautious market sentiment ahead of the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decision.Trade War …

As the Federal Open Market Committee prepares to announce its January 2025 monetary policy decision, the financial world is watching closely. The Fed’s actions will hinge on the interplay of inflation, economic growth, and labour market dynamics, with global risks and fiscal policy adding further complexity. This decision comes at …