European equities edged higher on Monday, supported by strength in the healthcare sector after Novo Nordisk shares gained on positive drug data, while defense stocks also advanced on a new U.K.-Norway deal. Healthcare Stocks Drive Gains The pan-European Stoxx 600 rose 0.4%, buoyed by a 2.8% jump in Novo Nordisk …
Read More »Dollar Slips Ahead of Key U.S. Jobs Data; Fed Independence Concerns Linger
The U.S. dollar weakened on Monday as investors turned their attention to a busy week of labor market data that could determine the size of an anticipated Federal Reserve rate cut later this month. Dollar Under Pressure The dollar eased 0.04% against the yen to 146.98, extending a 2.5% monthly …
Read More »Gold Extends Rally to Four-Month High as Rate Cut Bets and Safe-Haven Demand Rise
Gold prices climbed to their highest level since mid-April in Asian trading on Monday, driven by strong expectations of a September Federal Reserve rate cut and heightened safe-haven demand amid Fed independence concerns and tariff-related uncertainty. Spot Gold: $3,480.56/oz (+0.9%) Gold Futures (December): $3,551.82/oz (+1%) August performance: Nearly +5%, marking …
Read More »Oil Prices Fall as Supply Fears Ease, Demand Outlook in Focus
Oil prices slipped in Asian trading on Monday, extending last month’s losses as traders discounted the likelihood of immediate supply disruptions from potential secondary sanctions on Russian crude and instead focused on Chinese factory data for demand cues. Brent October futures: $67.21 (-0.4%) WTI crude futures: $63.78 (-0.4%) August performance: …
Read More »Weekly market wrap: jobs data in focus
The past trading week was marked by a series of impactful developments, ranging from key economic data releases and ongoing tensions between the Federal Reserve and President Donald Trump, to the market reaction following the earnings report of semiconductor giant Nvidia. This weekly summary highlights the main factors that influenced …
Read More »Will Bitcoin Soar to $190K or Stumble? The Crypto Market’s Wild Ride
Bitcoin’s price Dednesday, October 15, 2025rice has dipped to $108,392, down 3.72% or $4,189, reflecting a volatile yet promising market. Despite a 3.74% drop in the last day, a 3.64% decline over the week, and an 8.10% slide in the past month, Bitcoin boasts a remarkable 83.58% gain over the …
Read More »Will the US Dollar’s Rebound Hold Ahead of Next Fed’s Decision?
The US Dollar (USD) has rebounded, ending a three-week decline, with the US Dollar Index (DXY) recovering from yearly lows near 98.00. As markets await the Federal Reserve’s September 17 meeting, a packed economic calendar could shape the USD’s path. With US markets closed for Labor Day on September 1, …
Read More »Dow Jones Industrial Average Retreats After PCE Inflation Uptick
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) retreated on Friday, dipping below 45,500 as stocks reacted to a fresh rise in US Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) inflation data. Despite the uptick in inflation, investors continue to expect a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in September. Equities Pull Back but Hold Near …
Read More »Silver Price Outlook: XAG/USD Surges to 14-Year High, Targets $40.00 Breakthrough
Silver hits its highest level since September 2011. Markets see an 87% likelihood of a Federal Reserve rate cut in September, despite elevated core PCE inflation. Technical analysis suggests a potential move above $40.00, with resistance at $41.48 and $43.40, and support at $39.00 and the 100-period EMA.Silver (XAG/USD) continues …
Read More »Gold Shines Bright at Two-Month High Amid Fed Uncertainty and Dollar Weakness
Gold has staged a remarkable comeback, surging to a two-month high near $3,450 as it capitalizes on a softer US Dollar and growing expectations of Federal Reserve policy easing. Despite robust US economic data, the precious metal has found strong demand, fueled by safe-haven flows and persistent geopolitical and monetary …
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