Gold prices maintained stability on Tuesday, resilient to a surge in the dollar and Treasury bond yields. Investors awaited insights from the Federal Reserve’s latest meeting minutes for potential clues regarding interest rate cuts. At 0341 GMT, the spot price of gold settled at $2,018.03 per ounce, with most US …
Read More »European Stocks Rise Cautiously Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data
European stock markets edged higher on Wednesday, as investors awaited the latest U.S. inflation rep…
Dollar Pauses Tariff-Driven Rally Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data
The U.S. dollar retreated slightly on Wednesday as traders awaited key U.S. inflation data and updat…
Gold Retreats from Record Highs as Powell Signals No Rush for Rate Cuts
Gold prices pulled back from record highs in Asian trading on Wednesday, pressured by rising Treasur…
Market Drivers: US Session
The US Dollar Index (DXY) is testing the 108.00 support level, even with rising US Treasury yields a…
Powell’s Impact: Powell’s Caution Dips The Dollar As Rate Adjustments “on Hold”
The US Dollar Index (DXY) continued to trade with losses for the second consecutive session on Tuesd…
Powell’s Pause: Stocks Steady Amid Uncertainty
US stock markets have recently experienced a period of mixed performance, influenced by new tariffs …
EU Vows Retaliation Against Trump’s Metal Tariffs
The European Union (EU) has vowed to respond to the 25% tariffs announced by President Donald Trump …
Investors Still Tune In as Fed Chair Testifies Before US Lawmakers
Federal Reserve Chair testified before the US Senate on Tuesday, saying, “There is no need to …
First Remarks By Fed Chair Before Lawmakers As Investors Lend All Ears
The US Federal Reserveis not in a rush to cut its short-term interest rate again due to an “st…
Explainer: Global Markets Focus On Key Clues As Powell Faces US Lawmakers In Washington
The US Federal Reserveis not in a rush to cut its short-term interest rate again due to an “st…
Market Analysis
February, 2024
-
20 February 2024 3:03 am
Market Drivers – US Session, February 19
The ongoing Gaza crisis as well as fresh Houthi attacks are keeping barrel prices high. Monday saw a test of $78.11 a barrel for West Texas Intermediate crude, finding the opportunity to gain momentum as US markets were closed in observance of the federal holiday known as American President’s Day. …
Read More » -
20 February 2024 2:51 am
WTI trades above $78.00 on continued supply concerns
The ongoing Gaza crisis as well as fresh Houthi attacks are keeping barrel prices high. Monday saw a test of $78.11 a barrel for West Texas Intermediate crude, finding the opportunity to gain momentum as US markets were closed in observance of the federal holiday known as American President’s Day. …
Read More » -
20 February 2024 1:33 am
Gold price consolidates gains ahead of FOMC minutes
On Monday, during a calm North America session, gold price was able to climb up 0.24& to $2017.50, driven by US inflation surpassing forecasts. Given that the USD has declined since last Tuesday, gold’s appeal is increased by the decreased probability of impending Fed rate cuts. In the meantime, traders …
Read More » -
20 February 2024 12:12 am
Morgan Stanley faces accusations of cheating EU regulators
In an attempt to comply with the post-Bri9exit rules, EU regulators believe that they were misled into thinking that Morgan Stanley has relocated top executives to Europe in order to comply with the rules in place.Morgan Stanley has been accused of fabricating a false job title for one of its …
Read More » -
19 February 2024 9:44 pm
US stocks slightly recover post hotter than expected inflation figures
Markets are closed on Monday for the Presidents’ Day holiday. Stocks have nearly recovered after last week’s inflation report, with the S&P 500 closing down 0.4% but cracking a new record-high on Thursday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 0.1% for the week and the Nasdaq Composite fell 1.3%. The …
Read More » -
19 February 2024 8:52 pm
World geopolitical tensions could impact record US stock rally
The Middle East war poses a significant risk to earnings as boycotts and Red Sea shipping chaos disrupt supply chains. This could impact the record rally in US stocks, as expectations for profits at S&P 500 companies for the next 12 months are at a record high. The war could …
Read More » -
19 February 2024 7:52 pm
EUR/GBP advanced in quiet trading
The EUR/GBP stands at 0.8555 in Monday’s session, jumping above the 20-day SMA. Sticky European inflation may push the ECB to a more aggressive stance toward the easing cycle.The week’s highlight will be the British and the EU’s Manufacturing PMIs from February. As long as markets bet on the BoE …
Read More » -
19 February 2024 3:42 pm
Bitcoin Surges Above $52,000 Mark Amidst Rapid Recovery Further Surge
Bitcoin experienced a significant uptick, surpassing the $52,000 barrier after swiftly recovering from Saturday’s decline. Monday witnessed vigorous buying activity, propelling the price to its highest levels in the past five days, marking a notable resurgence to levels unseen since November 2021. Technically, Bitcoin faces minimal resistance levels until it …
Read More » -
19 February 2024 3:41 pm
European Stocks Dip Amid Economic Concerns and Varied Corporate Performance
On Monday, European stocks faced a downturn, with French equities particularly impacted following the government’s downward revision of its annual economic growth forecast. Meanwhile, individual company performances showcased a mix of outcomes, with Forvia’s optimistic forecasts contrasting Juventus’ widened net losses. STOXX 600 Index Edges Lower The European STOXX 600 …
Read More » -
19 February 2024 1:31 pm
China’s tourism revenues during the Lunar New Year holiday exceed the pre-pandemic level
Official data has revealed a remarkable surge in tourism revenues in China during the Lunar New Year holiday, which concluded on Saturday, with a staggering year-on-year increase of 47.3 percent. This surge has not only surpassed 2019 levels but also underscored the robustness of domestic tourism amid an extended holiday …
Read More » -
19 February 2024 1:29 pm
Nikkei Slightly Lower but Near Record Highs Amid Chip Sector Pressure
On Monday, Japan’s Nikkei average edged lower but maintained proximity to record highs, influenced by declines in chip-related stocks following losses in their US counterparts on Friday. The Nikkei index slipped by 0.04 percent, concluding the day at 38,470.38 points, after reaching 38,865.06 points on Friday. Notably, it remained a …
Read More » -
19 February 2024 12:09 pm
Dollar Maintains Stability Amidst Inflation Uncertaintiesd Rate Cut Persists
In the wake of last week’s economic data revealing ongoing challenges in US inflation, the dollar steadied on Monday, reflecting cautious sentiment regarding the Federal Reserve’s potential monetary easing strategies. Despite market uncertainties, the yen remained weak, hovering in proximity to the significant threshold of 150 against the dollar. US …
Read More »