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July, 2024

• 27 July 2024 1:48 am

  OPEC Under Pressure Due To Falling Oil Prices

  

  In the days leading up to the important OPEC meeting on August 1, oil prices are collapsing. The drop this week, which was caused by worries over China’s slowing consumption, puts the oil cartel in a risky position as it navigates a volatile market. At the time of writing WTI …

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• 27 July 2024 1:25 am

  Canada’s Corporate Earnings Reveal National Economy’s Pulse

  

  Canada’s corporate earnings season is set to kick off with a bang, as key players from diverse sectors prepare to unveil their financial performance. From the energy giants Topaz Energy and Gibson Energy to the consumer-focused Tilray Brands, the week of July 29th promises a wealth of data that will …

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• 26 July 2024 8:59 pm

  Gold surges on sliding T-yields after US data

  

  Gold prices surged 1.01% on Friday, supported by lower US Treasury yields amid growing optimism for an interest rate cut by the Fed in September after data showed US prices rose modestly in June.Spot gold was up about 1.01% to $2,389.71 per ounce, after hitting its lowest since July 9 …

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• 26 July 2024 7:02 pm

  US Dollar Index edges lower following US PCE Inflation

  

  As stable US core PCE inflation growth seems insufficient to affect firm Fed rate-cut expectations, the US dollar declines. It is largely expected that the Fed will hold interest rates steady the following week. The confidence of Fed policymakers on the return of inflation to a 2% path has increased. …

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• 26 July 2024 1:03 pm

  European Shares Flat, Poised for Modest Weekly Loss Amid Mixed Earnings

  

  European stocks exhibited a flat performance on Friday, reflecting a lack of clear direction as investors digested a diverse range of corporate earnings reports. The pan-European STOXX 600 index remained steady at 508.9 points by 0710 GMT, heading towards its second consecutive week of losses after hitting a two-month low …

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• 26 July 2024 12:32 pm

  Oil Prices Edge Up, Still Set for Third Consecutive Weekly Decline

  

  Oil prices saw a slight uptick on Friday but remained on course for a third consecutive week of declines, influenced by weak demand from China and evolving geopolitical developments in the Middle East. Marginal Gains on Friday Brent crude futures for September inched up by 12 cents, or 0.2%, to …

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• 26 July 2024 10:57 am

  Asian Stocks Climb as Tech Shares Stabilize, But Weekly Losses Persist

  

  Most Asian stock markets saw gains on Friday, buoyed by a recovery in technology shares after several sessions of declines. Despite the uptick, regional indices were still on track for significant weekly losses, influenced by recent underperformance in the technology sector and mixed signals from global markets. Technology Sector Leads …

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• 26 July 2024 9:47 am

  Gold Prices Rise in Asian Trade, But Set for Weekly Loss Amid Dollar Strength

  

  Gold prices inched up in Asian trading on Friday, recovering slightly from a week marked by significant losses as traders largely favored the dollar ahead of key interest rate signals. The precious metal had surged to record highs in July, only to be pulled back by a mix of profit-taking …

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• 26 July 2024 3:47 am

  Will BoE Cut Interest Rate In August?

  

  It is like a coin toss when the Bank of England decides on interest rates next week. The market is not as sure as most analysts that a rate cut will occur next week. There is disagreement among the members of the central bank’s policymaking committee; some support lowering interest …

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• 26 July 2024 3:34 am

  Market Drivers; US Session, July 25

  

  The US Dollar Index held near 104, influenced by yen movements and rate cut speculation. The release of PCE data, personal income, personal spending, and the final Michigan Consumer Sentiment is expected to impact the dollar.The euro recovered recent losses, trading near 1.0870 against the dollar. The ECB’s Consumer Inflation …

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• 26 July 2024 2:47 am

  Will PCE Be A Green Light for Rate Cut In September?

  

  The economic landscape is shifting as evidence of cooling inflation becomes increasingly apparent. The June Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index report, a key metric closely watched by the Federal Reserve, is anticipated to reflect continued moderation in price growth. This positive trend, driven by factors such as declining gas …

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• 25 July 2024 11:29 pm

  What Could Make the Trump Presidency Mostly Bearish for Crude Oil?

  

  Analysts predict that a second Donald Trump presidency after the election on November 5th would be generally negative for the oil market, albeit it would probably have a limited impact. Even while Trump seems to have a more pro-oil and gas agenda than a Democratic contender, it would take a …

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• 25 July 2024 10:27 pm

  Gold Loses Shine As Investors Eye US Data

  

  Gold prices tumbled on Thursday, dropping over 1.67% to reach their lowest point in two weeks. This decline comes as investors shift their focus from safe-haven assets to upcoming US economic data, particularly the Personal Consumption Expenditure (PCE) data due on Friday. The precious metal is trading at $ 2,357.5 …

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