Market Update

China’s manufacturing sector has experienced its fourth consecutive month of contraction in January, according to an official survey released on Wednesday. The data suggests ongoing challenges for the large sector and the broader economy in regaining momentum at the outset of 2024. The official purchasing managers’ index (PMI) for the …

Gold prices are poised to register their first monthly decline in four months as investors recalibrate expectations for rapid and substantial cuts in US interest rates, given the robust state of the economy. Anticipation surrounds the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decision later on Wednesday, influencing market sentiment and gold’s performance. …

European stocks continued their upward trajectory on Wednesday, marking the sixth consecutive session of gains. The financial sector played a pivotal role in supporting the positive momentum as traders eagerly awaited the US Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decision later in the day. Market Performance: As of 0822 GMT, the European …

Japan’s Nikkei index has concluded January 2024 with its most robust performance since 1998, showcasing resilience in the face of early declines led by chip company stocks. Overcoming initial setbacks, the index rebounded, securing its place as the best-performing market globally for the month. Market Recovery and Impressive Gains:The Nikkei …

Alphabet Inc, the parent company of Google, found itself on the wrong side of investor expectations as holiday ad sales fell short, leading to a six percent drop in its shares during after-hours trading. The company also disclosed plans for increased spending on components like servers running artificial intelligence (AI), …

In the dynamic landscape of global oil markets, recent developments have sent ripples through the industry, influencing price movements and creating an environment of uncertainty. This article delves into the various factors impacting oil prices, ranging from geopolitical tensions in the Middle East to economic indicators that shape the market …

WTI crude oil was 1.35% higher, trading at $77.82 per barrel following a sharp correction decrease on Monday. The price of crude oil rebounded, bolstered as always by enduring geopolitical concerns in the Middle East and the Red Sea conflict.The week began well for gold prices, which briefly tested the …

Expectations have been published as projected by analysts and researchers of ten big banks ahead of the US central bank’s interest rate decision announcement on Wednesday, January 31 at 19:00 GMT. Since the Fed is projected to maintain interest rates in the range of 5.25%–5.50% for the fourth consecutive meeting, …

Since the Fed is projected to maintain interest rates in the range of 5.25%–5.50% for the fourth consecutive meeting, no policy changes are anticipated. The news conference by Chair Jerome Powell will be crucial. Investor attention will be focused on any possible rebuttal to market conjecture about rate reductions. Financial …

US stocks showed mixed performance on Tuesday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average reversing higher in midday trades as investors awaited a slew of Big Tech earnings and a Fed rate decision. Financial stocks, including JPMorgan Chase, Visa, American Express, and Goldman Sachs, lifted the index. The S&P 500 also …