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 …
Read More »Oil Markets Eying Weekly Gains Following PMI Data
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 …
Read More »Gold Prices Poised for Growth in 2025 Amid Economic and Geopolitical Tailwinds
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 …
Read More »European Equity Markets Rise Amid Heightened Geopolitical Tensions
European stock markets opened higher on Friday as investors kept a close eye on escalating conflict between Russia and Ukraine and assessed Germany’s downwardly revised economic growth figures for Q3. Market Overview Germany’s DAX: Up 0.6% France’s CAC 40: Up 0.5% UK’s FTSE 100: Up 0.7% Geopolitical Escalation: Russia-Ukraine Conflict …
Read More »Euro Zone Business Activity Slumps Amid Manufacturing and Services Declines
Euro zone business activity suffered an unexpected and sharp downturn in November, as the region’s services sector joined manufacturing in contraction. HCOB’s composite Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for the euro zone, compiled by S&P Global, plummeted to a 10-month low of 48.1, well below the 50 threshold that delineates expansion …
Read More »Bitcoin Nears $100K Milestone Amid Optimism Over Trump-Era Crypto Policies
Bitcoin surged on Friday, reaching new heights as optimism surrounding friendlier U.S. regulations and a surge in options trading activity fueled the cryptocurrency’s rally. The world’s largest crypto asset climbed 1.9% to $98,870.4 by 06:17 GMT, with an intraday high of $99,289.3. This marks a weekly gain of 9.1%, propelling …
Read More »Gold Poised for Biggest Weekly Gain in Eight Months Amid Escalating Tensions
Gold maintained its upward momentum on Friday, setting the stage for its largest weekly gain in nearly eight months. The precious metal’s appeal as a safe haven surged amid heightened geopolitical tensions, as Russia lowered its nuclear weapon usage threshold and launched a hypersonic missile at Ukraine. Spot gold remained …
Read More »Bitcoin’s Bullish Run: A New Era Dawns
Bitcoin, the world’s pioneering cryptocurrency, continues its relentless ascent, nearing the historic $100,000 mark. This unprecedented surge, which began just weeks ago, has propelled the digital asset to new heights, captivating investors and industry experts alike.The timing of this bullish run is no coincidence. It coincides with the election of …
Read More »Gold Prices Soar Amid Geopolitical Tensions
Gold prices have surged for the fourth consecutive day, surpassing the 50-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) of $2,660 due to global unrest and reports of Russia’s potential Inter-Continental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) launch. The US economic data suggests a strong jobs market, with the XAU/USD trading at $2,672 at weekly highs, …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session
Market Focus Shifts to Japan and Global PMIsThe US Dollar continued its upward trend, reaching new 2024 highs. This was driven by a combination of factors, including a weakening risk appetite and ongoing geopolitical tensions.Key Events on Friday, November 22nd:• US: Flash S&P Global Manufacturing and Services PMIs, final Michigan …
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