Market Update

Oil prices edged higher on Wednesday as investors awaited the conclusion of the U.S. Federal Reserve meeting, where a widely expected interest rate cut could signal further monetary easing for 2025. Brent crude climbed by 32 cents, or 0.44%, reaching $73.51 a barrel by early morning, while U.S. West Texas …

European markets displayed a mixed performance on Wednesday as investors turned their focus to the upcoming U.S. Federal Reserve decision. By mid-morning, Germany’s DAX slipped 0.1%, France’s CAC 40 remained unchanged, while the U.K.’s FTSE 100 edged up 0.2%. Market participants are widely expecting the Fed to announce a 0.25% …

British inflation surged to its highest level in eight months this November, reaching 2.6% on an annual basis, compared to 2.3% in October. This marks a sharp climb from September’s 1.7%, the first time inflation dipped below the Bank of England’s (BoE) 2% target in over three years. While this …

As the year draws to a close, financial markets are navigating a period of heightened uncertainty, with investors closely monitoring the decisions of major central banks. The Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision on Wednesday is particularly significant, as it could have far-reaching implications for global markets.A Hawkish UndercurrentWhile the market …

Bitcoin’s meteoric rise to a new all-time high of $107,793 this week has been fueled by a surge in institutional adoption. The most famous cryptocurrency is trading at $106,575 at the time of writing Corporate Appetite for BitcoinMicroStrategy’s Massive Purchase:Michael Saylor’s MicroStrategy has once again demonstrated its commitment to Bitcoin, …

The global energy landscape is facing a perfect storm of soaring gas and electricity prices, driven by a confluence of factors that are set to impact consumers and businesses worldwide. As winter approaches, the situation is expected to worsen, with potential consequences for economies and societies.The Power CrisisThe recent spike …

The Canadian dollar weakened further against the US dollar (USD) on Tuesday as the latest inflation data revealed a steeper-than-expected decline in headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation. This development has raised concerns about the country’s economic outlook and fueled expectations for further interest rate cuts by the Bank of …

The Fed will likely move ahead with another 25-basis point cut at its December meeting. The Federal Reserve’s last meeting in 2024 is poised to be a pivotal moment in the ongoing economic battle against inflation in the United States. As the US central bank prepares to deliver its final …

Gold prices have retreated from their recent highs, pressured by rising US Treasury yields. This shift reflects a change in market expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. The upcoming FOMC meeting is a pivotal moment for gold, as the Fed’s policy decisions and forward guidance will significantly impact the …

The US dollar’s recent rally has paused following the release of November retail sales figures, which offered a mixed picture of consumer spending. While the headline number slightly exceeded expectations, other key indicators fell short, leaving traders unimpressed and the US Dollar Index (DXY) hovering around the 107.00 mark.Retail sales …