Gold prices edged up slightly in Asian trade on Wednesday, continuing modest gains from the previous session as safe-haven demand remained supported by concerns over potential U.S. trade tariffs. However, the metal’s ascent was tempered by a resilient U.S. dollar and easing tensions in the Middle East, which dampened some …
Read More »Tariffs on Canadian imports could drive up US fuel prices
US oil producers have warned that Donald Trump’s plan to impose tariffs on Canadian imports will drive up US fuel prices, as the US president-elect’s threats hit global markets. Trump proposed late on Monday a 25% tariff on all imports from Mexico and Canada, accusing the US’s closest neighbours of …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session
Dollar Strengthens as Trump Proposes Tariffs The US Dollar rallied on Tuesday, recovering from a bearish start to the week. A modest uptick in US Treasury yields and the announcement of potential tariffs on imports from key trading partners contributed to the Dollar’s strength.Key Economic Events US: The US Personal …
Read More »Investors Await FOMC Minutes, Core PCE
The Dollar Index (DXY) briefly traded above 108 on Friday, driven primarily by euro weakness rather than dollar strength. As we head into a short week due to the US Thanksgiving holiday, market participants are focused on key data releases, including the Federal Reserve’s November FOMC minutes and the core …
Read More »Dollar Dithers: Greenback Trapped in a Tug-of-War
The US Dollar found itself caught in a tug-of-war on Tuesday, fluctuating between gains and losses. Initially, the Greenback strengthened as President-elect Trump’s threat of imposing tariffs on key trading partners fueled uncertainty and boosted demand for the safe-haven currency. However, this bullish momentum was tempered by the release of …
Read More »US Stock Market Eyes Fresh Record as Wall Street Shrugs Off Trump’s Tariff Threat
US stocks mostly shrugged off President-elect Donald Trump’s threat to impose fresh tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico on Tuesday, showing resilience despite the potential trade tensions.Market PerformanceThe S&P 500 edged up roughly 0.4%, eyeing a record close, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite jumped about 0.5%. The Dow Jones Industrial …
Read More »Gold Stabilizes After Ceasefire Hopes, Trump’s Tariff Threats
Gold prices fluctuated on Tuesday, initially declining on news of a potential ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah. However, the precious metal recovered some losses as U.S. President-elect announced plans to impose tariffs on Mexico and Canada.Ceasefire Hopes Weigh on Gold:A potential 60-day ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah could …
Read More »Bitcoin’s Diamond Hands Weaken: A Sign of Impending Correction?
Bitcoin’s long-term holders (LTHs), often hailed as the market’s steadfast bulls, have recently displayed an unexpected shift in behavior. These seasoned investors, who typically hold their coins for over 155 days, have begun to engage in significant profit-taking, a trend that could potentially signal an impending market correction. At the …
Read More »European Automakers Slip Amid Trade War Concerns Over Trump’s Tariff Threats
European automaker shares faced a sharp decline on Tuesday as markets reacted to President-elect Donald Trump’s announcement of aggressive tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China. The prospect of a renewed global trade war reignited investor concerns, weighing heavily on the auto sector. Auto Sector Declines The European autos …
Read More »Bitcoin Retreats Below $95K Amid Trade Tariff Fears and Profit-Taking
Bitcoin continued its pullback on Tuesday, retreating 3.6% to $94,567.1 by early morning trade as concerns over potential trade wars reignited risk aversion across global markets. Key Developments in the Bitcoin Market Tariff Threats Dampening SentimentPresident-elect Donald Trump’s announcement of steep import tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico rattled broader …
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