Market Analysis

August, 2024

  • 23 August 2024 2:39 am

    Market drivers; US Session, August 22

    The US Dollar rebounded from its 2024 lows on Thursday as risk sentiment weakened. Rising US Treasury yields also supported the Greenback, ahead of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s speech at Jackson Hole.Key Economic Events Federal Reserve Chair Powell’s Speech: The speech will provide insights into the Fed’s monetary policy …

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  • 23 August 2024 2:20 am

    Explainer: Are markets facing a looming debt crisis?

    The United States, burdened by a staggering $28 trillion national debt, is facing a looming fiscal crisis. The increasing interest payments on this colossal debt, now surpassing defense spending, are a stark indicator of the nation’s precarious financial position. This escalating debt burden is a bipartisan legacy, with both recent …

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  • 23 August 2024 1:31 am

    Gold Price Retreats Amid Rising US Yields

    Gold prices retreated from a record high of $2,531 as US Treasury yields rose, with the 10-year note up 6.5 basis points to 3.865%. This decline occurred despite dovish signals from the Federal Reserve.Gold prices declined amid rising US Treasury yields and a stronger US Dollar. While the Federal Reserve …

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  • 23 August 2024 12:35 am

    Why Do Markets Eagerly Await Powell’s Hints At Jackson Hole?

    Fed Chair Jerome Powell is scheduled to deliver his most important speech of the year, raising concerns that the Fed may have delayed relieving pressure on the economy. In July, following the central bank’s decision to maintain interest rates, Fed Chair Jerome Powell addresses reporters at a news conference. Most …

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  • 22 August 2024 11:07 pm

    The Dow’s Retreat: A Precursor to Powell’s Speech

    The Dow Jones Industrial Average experienced a significant pullback on Thursday, August 22, 2024, as investors braced for Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s highly anticipated speech at the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium. The broader market, including the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite, also suffered losses, driven by rising bond yields …

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  • 22 August 2024 9:34 pm

    Oil Jumps Over 1.5% Following Saudi Arabia’s Export Slump

    Oil prices experienced a significant uptick on Thursday, August 22, as Saudi Arabia reported a substantial decline in its oil exports for the month of June. This marked the lowest export revenue for the country in three years, prompting fears of further OPEC intervention to stabilize the market. WTI is …

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  • 22 August 2024 8:57 pm

    GBP/USD Remains Below 1.3100 Amid Fed Rate Cut Uncertainty

    The Pound Sterling struggled to gain momentum against the U.S. Dollar on Thursday, despite positive UK economic data. The GBP/USD pair hovered just below 1.3100, suggesting that investors remain cautious about further gains due to uncertainty surrounding the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policy.A break above 1.3100 could lead to a …

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  • 22 August 2024 11:57 am

    German Business Activity Contracts Sharply in August, Deepening Economic Concerns

    Germany’s business activity continued to shrink in August, marking the second consecutive month of contraction and signaling deepening challenges for the eurozone’s largest economy. A preliminary survey released on Thursday revealed that the downturn was more severe than economists had anticipated. PMI Index Highlights Economic Struggles The HCOB German flash …

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  • 22 August 2024 11:32 am

    Oil Prices Drop for Fifth Consecutive Session Amid Global Demand Concerns

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    Oil prices continued their downward trend on Thursday, marking the fifth consecutive session of declines as investors grew increasingly concerned about the global demand outlook, despite a recent decline in U.S. fuel inventories. Price Movements and Statistics Brent crude futures slipped by 10 cents to $75.95 per barrel, while U.S. …

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  • 22 August 2024 10:59 am

    Bitcoin Price Rises Amid Rate Cut Bets, but Mt Gox Concerns and Recession Fears Loom

    Bitcoin prices edged higher on Thursday, benefiting from a broader rally in risk-driven markets as traders increasingly bet on a September interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve. However, gains were limited by concerns over potential new token distributions from the defunct crypto exchange Mt Gox, which kept the cryptocurrency …

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  • 22 August 2024 10:28 am

    Gold Prices Retreat from Record Highs Amid Profit-Taking and Dollar Rebound

    Gold prices pulled back from record highs in Asian trade on Thursday, as the yellow metal’s rally cooled. The market remains focused on potential U.S. interest rate cuts and rising recession fears, which have created a volatile environment for precious metals. After surging to unprecedented levels earlier in the week …

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  • 22 August 2024 1:22 am

    Market Drivers; US Session, August 21

    The US Dollar continued its downward trend, reaching levels last seen in late December 2023. This decline was primarily fueled by growing expectations for a September interest rate cut, as indicated by the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) minutes. Key Economic Events:Jackson Hole : This influential economic gathering kicks off …

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  • 22 August 2024 12:50 am

    US Stocks Surge on Renewed Rate Cut Hopes after FOMC Minutes

    Wall Street closed modestly higher on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq gaining over 0.4% and 0.5% respectively. The Dow Jones Industrial Average saw smaller gains of 0.14%. Advancing stocks outnumbered declining ones on both the NYSE and Nasdaq. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq set new 52-week highs, while …

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