Market Update

Commodity markets are experiencing a remarkable surge, ignited by the US Federal Reserve’s recent interest rate cuts. This dynamic rally, initially led by precious metals, is now poised to expand into base metals like copper and aluminium in 2026, promising substantial gains for investors.Since the Federal Reserve initiated its first …

Bitcoin’s price, standing at approximately $113,000 as of September 29, 2025, has been moving sideways throughout the third quarter. Despite this, market analysts and prominent figures are increasingly optimistic, predicting a significant rally in the final quarter of 2025 that could push Bitcoin to new heights.In Q3, Bitcoin showcased its …

ChatGPT said: Market OverviewU.S. stock futures pointed higher on Monday, supported by investor optimism ahead of a key jobs report later this week, even as concerns over a possible federal government shutdown tempered sentiment. At 06:09 ET (10:09 GMT), Dow Jones Futures gained 189 points (0.4%), S&P 500 Futures rose …

The U.S. dollar index slipped by 0.2% to 97.92 on Monday, easing from recent gains as investors turned their attention to Friday’s nonfarm payrolls (NFP) report for September. The labor market remains the central focus for Federal Reserve policymakers, who earlier this month cut interest rates by 25 basis points. …

Oil prices slipped sharply in Asian trade Monday, as signals of fresh supply increases rattled traders already wary of a growing glut. By 21:41 ET (01:41 GMT), Brent crude futures (Nov) were down 0.8% at $69.58 a barrel, while WTI crude (Nov) fell 0.9% to $65.16. Both benchmarks had surged …

European equity markets opened the week on a cautious positive note Monday, as investors positioned ahead of key U.S. labor data and closely monitored political wrangling in Washington over a potential government shutdown. By 04:00 ET (08:00 GMT), the Stoxx 600 rose 0.3%, while Germany’s DAX and France’s CAC 40 …

Gold prices hit all-time highs in Asian trading on Monday, with investors flocking to the safe-haven asset amid mounting concerns over a possible U.S. government shutdown and continued bets on Federal Reserve rate cuts. Spot gold surged to $3,812.00 an ounce, while December futures touched $3,839.05/oz, extending a rally supported …

Most Asian markets advanced on Monday as technology shares rebounded from last week’s steep sell-off, although caution prevailed with investors eyeing upcoming central bank meetings in Australia and India. Japanese equities underperformed as a stronger yen weighed on exporters, while Indian stocks continued to digest sharp declines from the prior …

The U.S. economy’s surprising vigor, with Q2 GDP revised to 3.8% and August consumer spending up 0.4%, paints a picture of resilience that defies slowdown fears. Yet, new tariffs—100% on pharmaceuticals, 50% on cabinets—aren’t mere blips; they’re a bold bet that could fuel inflation and unravel supply chains, turning short-term …

Friday’s Announcement Sends Shockwaves Through Global TradeOn September 25, the United States unleashed a fresh wave of tariffs that sent ripples across global markets. Targeting pharmaceuticals, heavy trucks, furniture, and cabinetry, the new measures are far from subtle. Branded or patented drugs now face a staggering 100% tariff unless companies …