Gold prices continued to make big losses on Tuesday, for the second consecutive session, amid improved risk appetite and aversion from safe havens, on the back of positive news about Coronavirus vaccines. In addition, an expected smooth transition in the US administration from the incumbent president to the president-elect helped …
Read More »European Markets Edge Lower as Investors Await U.S. Jobs Data
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Oil Prices Climb as Winter Weather and Supply Concerns Drive Demand
Oil prices rose in early Asian trade on Friday, continuing their upward trajectory for a third conse…
Gold Prices Inch Higher Amid Rate and Trade Jitters, Copper Boosted by China Stimulus Hopes
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What Can Markets Expect from December’s US Employment Data?
US employment data significantly influences market price movements. By examining preliminary employm…
Loonie Declines Despite US Market Pause
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BoE’s Breeden: Some evidence of activity weakening, but we expect it to pick up again
Bank of England (BoE) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) member and Deputy Governor for Financial Stabi…
Fed’s Harker Signals Continued Rate Cuts, But Urges Caution
Philadelphia Federal Reserve President Patrick Harker reiterated his belief that the U.S. central ba…
Gold Prices Extend Rally Amid Rising Inflation Concerns
Gold prices extended their rally for a third consecutive day, surpassing $2,675, as investor concern…
Oil Prices Edge Higher Amid Firm Winter Demand Expectations and Supply Concerns
Oil prices rose slightly on Thursday, with Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) gaining 0.5…
Market Analysis
November, 2020
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24 November 2020 10:42 pm
USD Declines amid Increased Risk Appetite
The US Dollar (USD) is declining across the board on Tuesday, on the back of higher risk appetite that comes supported by recent positive news about Coronavirus vaccines. The Dollar index (DXY), which measures the USD performance in front of a basket of six major international currencies, is down by …
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24 November 2020 10:39 pm
European Stocks Close Higher
European stocks closed Tuesday higher, supported by an improved risk appetite and positive news about Coronavirus vaccine candidates. The STOXX Europe 600 index rose by 0.83%, to finish at 392.05 points. The UK’s FTSE100 increased by 1.55%, while the German index DAX gained 1.26%. Meanwhile, the French index CAC40 settled …
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24 November 2020 9:30 pm
Dow Hits New All-Time High
The Dow Jones Industrial Average index surged on Tuesday, supported by gains by major stocks listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), or Wall Street, as well as the beginning of the transition from the Trump administration to that of President-elect Joe Biden. The index broke the 30,000-point mark …
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24 November 2020 8:08 pm
US Consumer Confidence Declines in November
The Conference Board’s index of consumer confidence in the United States declined to 96.1 in November, down from a revised reading of 101.4 in October, data showed on Tuesday. This comes as the rising number of new Coronavirus cases across the states pushed down consumer confidence. “Heading into 2021, consumers …
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24 November 2020 6:36 pm
Richmond Federal Reserve Manufacturing Index Falls to 15
The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond’s Manufacturing Index declined in November, data showed on Tuesday. The index dropped to 15 from a previous reading of 29 in October. However, the index remained firmly in expansionary territory, as all three component indexes — shipments, new orders, and employment — had positive …
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24 November 2020 5:42 pm
US: Philly Fed Nonmanufacturing Index slumps to 5.3 in November
The headline Diffusion Index of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia’s Nonmanufacturing Business Outlook Survey fell sharply to 5.3 in November, the lowest reading since June, from 25.3 in October, the monthly data showed on Tuesday.
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24 November 2020 4:22 pm
UK Retail Sales Post The Biggest Drop Since June
A survey showed that British retail sales recorded the biggest drop since June this month under isolation measures in most parts of the country, but the decline was less than most economists feared, as online sales absorbed part of the decline. The Confederation of British Industry said its index of …
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24 November 2020 3:43 pm
Turkish Lira Down 2% Against US Dollar
The Turkish lira fell by up to 2% to more than 8 lira against the dollar on Tuesday, November 24, to continue its losses this week as investors exploited a strong recent rise to form positions of currencies and gold. The pound fell to 8.05 against the US currency, compared …
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24 November 2020 3:18 pm
Bitcoin Crosses $19,000 For The First Time Since December 2017
Bitcoin hit $19,000 on Tuesday, November 24 for the first time in nearly three years, and is close to reaching an all-time high of just under $ 20,000. The world’s most popular cryptocurrency increased about 160% this year, supported by demand for riskier assets amid unprecedented fiscal and monetary stimulus …
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24 November 2020 2:31 pm
AUD and EUR Rise With The Start of Transition Process
Riskier currencies like the Australian dollar surged on Tuesday (November 24th) after US President Donald Trump authorized the transfer of power to President-elect Joe Biden. The New Zealand dollar was one of the biggest gainers, up by 0.9%, rising to its highest level in two years at $ 0.6985, after …
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24 November 2020 2:03 pm
Brent Rises to Highest Level Since March
Brent crude prices reached their highest levels since March, as news of a promising third Coronavirus vaccine supported hopes for a faster recovery in oil demand, while US President-elect Joe Biden received the green light to start the transition process for his leadership. By 07:44 GMT, Brent crude futures increased …
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24 November 2020 1:36 pm
German IFO Business Climate Index Falls to 90.7 in November
The headline German IFO Business Climate Index came in at 90.7 for November, down from the previous month’s 92.7 but matched consensus estimates. Meanwhile, the Current Economic Assessment arrived at 90.0 points during the reported month as compared to last month’s 90.3 and 87.2 anticipated. On the other hand, the …
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