Market Update

The Canadian Dollar staged a modest recovery against the US Dollar on Monday, gaining nearly half a percent. However, this move appears driven by thin trading conditions and a lack of significant market activity as the year draws to a close.With most global markets observing the holiday season, trading volumes …

The year 2024 ended with a subdued note for US stocks, particularly the technology sector. This downturn, following the Federal Reserve’s indication of a slower pace of interest rate cuts, raises questions about the market’s resilience and the sustainability of its recent gains.While the S&P 500 enjoyed a remarkable 25% …

The EUR/USD pair slipped below the 1.0400 level on Monday as subdued trading volumes characterized the final days of the year. With many markets closed for the New Year’s holiday, investor activity has significantly diminished, leading to muted price action across most asset classes.The upcoming holiday week will see further …

The Pound Sterling (GBP) weakened against the US Dollar (USD) on Monday, as the US Dollar rebounded in thin trading conditions ahead of the New Year holiday. The GBP/USD pair fell below 1.2550 after failing to sustain an intraday high above 1.2600.The US Dollar Index (DXY) rose towards 108.30, poised …

Gold prices declined sharply on Monday, falling towards $2,600, as the US Dollar strengthened. The US Dollar Index (DXY) rebounded above 108.00, making gold more expensive for holders of other currencies.While lower US Treasury yields typically weigh on gold, the relationship between the two assets was less pronounced on Monday. …

European stocks exhibited a mixed performance on Monday, reflecting the cautious sentiment on the final full trading day of the year. DAX (Germany): +0.1% CAC 40 (France): +0.1% FTSE 100 (UK): -0.2% Muted Trading ActivityWith many markets preparing for early closures on Tuesday for the New Year holiday, trading volumes …

The US dollar edged down on Monday, with the Dollar Index slipping 0.1% to 107.690 as of 09:55 GMT. Despite this minor dip, the dollar remains on track for a monthly gain of over 2%, bringing its year-to-date rise to nearly 7%. Key Drivers Behind the Dollar’s Performance: Rising Treasury …

Bitcoin continued its downward trend on Monday, slipping 1.6% to $93,869.0 by 10:04 GMT. This follows its peak of over $108,000 nearly two weeks ago. Despite the recent pullback, Bitcoin remains up a remarkable 120% year-to-date, fueled by optimism over potential digital currency backing under the incoming Trump administration. Market …

Boeing’s (NYSE:BA) stock fell over 4% in premarket trading on Monday following a tragic aviation accident involving a Boeing 737-800 in South Korea. The crash, which occurred at Muan International Airport, claimed the lives of 179 people and is being labeled as the deadliest air disaster in the country’s history. …

Oil prices edged lower on Monday in light holiday trading as markets awaited key economic data from China and the U.S., the world’s two largest oil consumers, to gauge future growth prospects. Price Movement Brent crude futures slipped 8 cents to $74.09 a barrel by 0700 GMT, while the more …