Gold prices experienced a significant uptick on Thursday, October 10th, following the release of mixed economic data from the United States and comments from Federal Reserve officials. While a slight increase in inflation provided a temporary boost, the overall trend was influenced by the anticipation of potential interest rate cuts …
Read More »U.S. Dollar Edges Lower Ahead of Trade Deadline Amid Fiscal and Market Uncertainty
The U.S. dollar saw a slight dip on Friday after a brief rally earlier in the week, with attention n…
Markets Brace for U.S. Tariff Deadline Amid Growing Optimism
As investors turn their attention to Washington’s tariff negotiations next week, the expiratio…
European Stocks Slip Amid Uncertainty Ahead of U.S. Trade Deadline and Ongoing Tariff Concerns
European stocks ended the week on a negative note, slipping lower on Friday as uncertainty grew over…
Bitcoin Struggles as U.S. Trade Tariffs Loom and Rate Cut Bets Fade
Bitcoin prices steadied on Friday after a sharp reversal of recent gains, as traders focused on the …
Oil Prices Decline Amid Nuclear Talks and OPEC+ Output Expectations
Oil futures fell on Friday as market participants reacted to ongoing geopolitical developments and e…
Gold Prices Rise Amid Tariff Uncertainty and Fiscal Concerns
Gold prices rose slightly in Asian trading on Friday, recovering from the previous session’s l…
U.S. to Send Letters Outlining Tariff Rates Ahead of July 9 Deadline
U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed on Thursday that the U.S. will begin sending out letters to ma…
Market Movers – US Session: US Jobs Data Boosts Risk Appetite, Trump To Sign “Big, Beautiful Bill”
The US session on July 4, 2025, is expected to be subdued due to the Independence Day holiday, with …
Will Trump Postpone the Tariff Deadline Beyond July 9, 2025? Who is Closest to Framework Agreements?
As the July 9, 2025, deadline for President Donald Trump’s “reciprocal” tariffs ra…
Canadian Dollar Gains Momentum as U.S. Jobs Data Boosts Market Optimism
The Canadian Dollar climbed against the U.S. Dollar, pushing the USD/CAD pair toward multi-month low…
Market Analysis
October, 2024
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11 October 2024 12:54 am
Oil Markets Roiled amid Geopolitical Tensions, Hurricane Devastation
Oil prices have been on a wild ride in recent weeks, driven by a perfect storm of geopolitical tensions and natural disasters. The escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, coupled with the devastating impact of Hurricane Milton on U.S. fuel supplies, has sent crude oil prices soaring. The Middle East, …
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11 October 2024 12:16 am
Fed Officials Signal Continued Rate Cuts, But Caution Remains
Federal Reserve policymakers have indicated that a series of interest rate cuts is likely in the coming months, citing the ongoing decline in inflation and a resilient job market. However, several officials have also expressed caution, suggesting that the pace of these cuts may need to be adjusted based on …
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10 October 2024 10:29 pm
EUR/USD retreats near two-month lows following CPI data
The EUR/USD pair hit a fresh two-month low near 1.0900 on Thursday, following the release of the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) report. The data showed that inflation rose faster than expected, leading to a weaker Euro.While the core CPI accelerated to 3.3%, the headline CPI rose to 2.4%. Despite …
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10 October 2024 8:47 pm
Dow Jones declines following hot CPI reading
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) experienced a volatile session on Thursday, following the release of mixed economic data. The US Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Initial Jobless Claims reports presented a conflicting picture of the economy, leaving investors uncertain about the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) future monetary policy path.Inflationary Pressures …
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10 October 2024 7:39 pm
Explainer: Inflation Data Sparks Debate on Fed Rate Path
The Federal Reserve, tasked with maintaining price stability and promoting economic growth, faces a delicate balancing act in its monetary policy decisions. The recent release of inflation data has once again highlighted the complexities of this task.Inflation, the sustained increase in the general price level of goods and services over …
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10 October 2024 4:54 pm
U.S. Stock Futures Fall as Inflation Data Exceeds Expectations, Signaling Fewer Rate Cuts
Stock index futures extended their decline on Thursday after U.S. inflation data for September came in higher than anticipated, raising concerns that the Federal Reserve may implement fewer interest rate cuts later this year. A report from the Labor Department revealed that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 2.4% annually …
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10 October 2024 4:45 pm
US Headline Inflation Slows in September but Remains Above Expectations, Posing Challenge for Fed
Inflation in the U.S. eased on an annual basis in September, though it still surpassed economists’ forecasts, potentially complicating the Federal Reserve’s decision on future interest rate cuts. The Consumer Price Index (CPI), a key measure of headline inflation, slowed to 2.4% year-over-year, down from 2.5% in August, but higher …
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10 October 2024 3:35 pm
Oil Prices Climb Over 1% as Storm Hits Florida and Middle East Tensions Loom
Oil prices rose by more than 1% on Thursday, driven by heightened fuel demand as Hurricane Milton struck Florida, and concerns over potential supply disruptions in the Middle East. Brent crude futures increased by $1.01, or 1.3%, to $77.59 per barrel by 11:08 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) …
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10 October 2024 1:41 pm
European Stocks Slip as Tech, Mining Lead Declines Amid U.S. Inflation Focus
European shares edged lower on Thursday, led by losses in technology and mining stocks, as investors awaited crucial U.S. inflation data for insights on the Federal Reserve’s next steps regarding interest rates. The pan-European STOXX 600 fell 0.2%, with the most significant declines seen in tech, mining, and travel and …
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10 October 2024 12:19 pm
Gold Prices Steady as Dollar Strength Persists, CPI Data in Focus
Gold prices remained relatively unchanged in Asian trade on Thursday, with investors focusing on upcoming U.S. inflation data to gauge the future path of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. A stronger U.S. dollar continued to apply pressure on gold, which has dropped from record highs due to the expectation of …
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10 October 2024 10:38 am
Gold Prices Steady as Dollar Strength Persists, CPI Data in Focus
Gold prices remained relatively unchanged in Asian trade on Thursday, with investors focusing on upcoming U.S. inflation data to gauge the future path of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. A stronger U.S. dollar continued to apply pressure on gold, which has dropped from record highs due to the expectation of …
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10 October 2024 10:37 am
Asian Stocks Drift Higher as Focus Shifts to U.S. Inflation Data
Most Asian stocks saw modest gains on Thursday, as investors anticipated key U.S. inflation data to glean more insight on interest rate trends. This followed a strong performance on Wall Street, where the Dow Jones Industrial Average hit a record high, bolstered by minutes from the Federal Reserve’s September meeting …
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