Market Update

European stock markets started the week mostly in positive territory on Monday, buoyed by optimism around U.S. Treasury Secretary nominee Scott Bessent and major corporate news, but tempered by weaker-than-expected German business confidence data. Market Performance By 06:40 ET (11:40 GMT): Germany’s DAX rose 0.4%. France’s CAC 40 was largely …

The U.S. dollar fell on Monday, retracing some of its recent gains after the appointment of Scott Bessent as U.S. Treasury Secretary appeared to ease concerns in bond markets. Meanwhile, the euro and British pound recovered from recent lows, driven by shifting expectations around monetary policy in Europe and the …

Oil prices steadied on Monday, following significant gains last week, as concerns about supply disruptions due to geopolitical tensions kept prices elevated. Brent crude futures slipped 0.34% to $74.91 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude (WTI) dropped 0.49% to $70.89 per barrel. Key Factors Affecting Oil Prices Geopolitical …

Gold prices faced a sharp drop today, retreating from a three-week high, as a risk-on environment diminished the appeal of the precious metal. The XAU/USD pair struggled to sustain its momentum from last week’s gains, though it managed to hold above the $2,650 level, supported by the 100-period Simple Moving …

Bitcoin’s journey towards the $100,000 mark represents a pivotal moment. The price movement of the world’s most famous cryptocurrency is driven by several factors, including institutional adoption, global economic uncertainty, and the inherent strength and security of the Bitcoin network. The recent significant rise is expected to accelerate the adoption …

The US Dollar Index (DXY) experienced a slight pullback on Friday, November 22nd, after reaching a two-year high amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions. While the robust S&P PMI data underscored the resilience of the US economy, supporting the DXY’s upward trajectory, several factors contributed to its decline.Firstly, profit-taking emerged as a …

The Pound Sterling has been under significant pressure in recent days, with the GBP/USD pair struggling to maintain its footing above the 1.2500 level. This decline can be attributed to a combination of factors, including disappointing UK economic data and escalating geopolitical tensions.Weak Economic Fundamentals Weigh on the PoundRecent economic …

According to Tom Duff Gordon, vice president of Coinbase, the exchange will probably be able to provide services for smaller cryptocurrency tokens, such as meme coins. Because of his pro-crypto position, the executive expects industry expansion and regulatory certainty under Donald Trump’s administration. The SEC has accused Coinbase of running …

Crude Oil prices rebounded after a volatile Friday, driven by a surge in the US dollar and positive economic indicators from the United States. The US Dollar Index hit a two-year high, benefiting from the weaker Eurozone economy and strong US economic data.The geopolitical tensions between Russia and Ukraine continue …

Analysts at UBS forecast sustained upward momentum in gold prices throughout 2025, driven by a combination of declining global interest rates and persistent geopolitical risks. These factors reinforce gold’s status as a reliable safe-haven asset while aligning with favorable macroeconomic trends. Key Drivers for Gold’s Rally Lower Interest Rates Central …