The US Dollar embarked on a brief respite ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, with its recent rally pausing after the release of key economic data. While the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index, the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge, came in line with expectations, it did little to alter market sentiment.A …
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US stocks experienced slid on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite falling significan…
Canadian Dollar Faces Headwinds Amid Political Turmoil
The Canadian Dollar (CAD) has halted its recent bullish recovery, halting on the charts and cycling …
Strong Jobs and Services Data Lift US Dollar to Fresh Heights
The US Dollar Index (DXY) staged a comeback on Tuesday, erasing earlier losses and trading higher. T…
US Service Sector Gains Momentum, Price Pressures Intensify
The US service sector demonstrated robust growth in December, with the ISM Services PMI climbing to …
Dogecoin Traders Bet Big as Macron Targets Musk
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Could JOLTs Data Impact Gold’s Outlook?
The resilience of the U.S. job market, highlighted by a surge in job openings to 8.10 million in Nov…
Gold Surges, Eyes Fresh High Amidst Debt Worries, Fed Uncertainty
Gold prices rallied on Tuesday, driven by concerns over a surge in US debt issuance and the potentia…
German Inflation Rises Beyond Expectations in December Amid Higher Food Prices
Germany’s annual inflation accelerated more than forecast in December, driven by surging food …
UK Economy Forecasted to Grow by 1.5% in 2025 Amid Fiscal Stimulus and Challenges
The UK economy is projected to expand by 1.5% in 2025, a notable improvement from the 0.9% growth re…
Oil Prices Decline as Demand Optimism Fades Amid Supply Concerns
Oil prices extended their losses for a second consecutive session on Tuesday as optimism over global…
Market Analysis
November, 2024
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27 November 2024 7:05 pm
U.S. Economy Maintains Strong Growth in Q3 Amid Robust Consumer Spending
The U.S. economy grew at a steady annualized rate of 2.8% in the third quarter, according to the Commerce Department’s second estimate released on Wednesday. The figure remains unchanged from the initial estimate, reflecting solid consumer spending and a favorable contribution from business investment. Key Highlights GDP Growth: The third-quarter …
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27 November 2024 5:56 pm
U.S. Unemployment Claims Decline, But Long-Term Joblessness Persists
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits continued to decline last week, signaling a rebound in labor market conditions. However, persistent long-term joblessness among laid-off workers underscores ongoing challenges in the job market, which could influence the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decisions in December. Key Data Highlights Initial Unemployment …
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27 November 2024 2:54 pm
German Consumer Sentiment Declines Sharply Amid Economic Uncertainty
German consumer sentiment is set to decline significantly in December, breaking a streak of improvements as households face growing concerns about job security and economic prospects, according to a survey released on Wednesday. Key Survey Results The GfK Consumer Sentiment Index, published by the Nuremberg Institute for Market Decisions (NIM), …
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27 November 2024 2:49 pm
French Stocks Decline Amid Budget Concerns and Tariff Fears
French equities fell to a three-month low on Wednesday, driven by domestic political uncertainty and lingering fears over U.S. trade tariffs under President-elect Donald Trump. Broader European markets also faced pressure as investors navigated an unsettled landscape. Key Indices and Market Movement France’s CAC 40 index dropped over 1%, trailing …
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27 November 2024 12:58 pm
Asian Markets Decline Amid Tariff Worries, Currencies Remain Volatile
Asian equities dropped on Wednesday as heightened concerns over potential U.S. trade tariffs under President-elect Donald Trump unsettled investors. Volatility extended to currency markets, with major trading partners like Canada, Mexico, and China feeling the brunt of tariff threats. Asian Equities Fall Amid Tariff Anxiety The broad MSCI Asia-Pacific index …
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27 November 2024 12:01 pm
Bitcoin Extends Losses as Profit-Taking, U.S. Policy Uncertainty Weigh on Sentiment
Bitcoin declined for a third consecutive session on Wednesday, as profit-taking from recent record highs continued. Concerns over U.S. trade and monetary policy added to the cautious market mood, pushing the cryptocurrency further away from the coveted $100,000 milestone. The world’s largest cryptocurrency fell 1.6% to $93,131.5 by 01:16 ET …
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27 November 2024 11:16 am
Gold Prices Inch Higher Amid Trump Tariff Threats and Mixed Safe-Haven Signals
Gold prices edged up slightly in Asian trade on Wednesday, continuing modest gains from the previous session as safe-haven demand remained supported by concerns over potential U.S. trade tariffs. However, the metal’s ascent was tempered by a resilient U.S. dollar and easing tensions in the Middle East, which dampened some …
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27 November 2024 1:01 am
Tariffs on Canadian imports could drive up US fuel prices
US oil producers have warned that Donald Trump’s plan to impose tariffs on Canadian imports will drive up US fuel prices, as the US president-elect’s threats hit global markets. Trump proposed late on Monday a 25% tariff on all imports from Mexico and Canada, accusing the US’s closest neighbours of …
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27 November 2024 12:11 am
Market Drivers; US Session
Dollar Strengthens as Trump Proposes Tariffs The US Dollar rallied on Tuesday, recovering from a bearish start to the week. A modest uptick in US Treasury yields and the announcement of potential tariffs on imports from key trading partners contributed to the Dollar’s strength.Key Economic Events US: The US Personal …
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26 November 2024 11:50 pm
Investors Await FOMC Minutes, Core PCE
The Dollar Index (DXY) briefly traded above 108 on Friday, driven primarily by euro weakness rather than dollar strength. As we head into a short week due to the US Thanksgiving holiday, market participants are focused on key data releases, including the Federal Reserve’s November FOMC minutes and the core …
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26 November 2024 10:23 pm
Dollar Dithers: Greenback Trapped in a Tug-of-War
The US Dollar found itself caught in a tug-of-war on Tuesday, fluctuating between gains and losses. Initially, the Greenback strengthened as President-elect Trump’s threat of imposing tariffs on key trading partners fueled uncertainty and boosted demand for the safe-haven currency. However, this bullish momentum was tempered by the release of …
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26 November 2024 9:29 pm
US Stock Market Eyes Fresh Record as Wall Street Shrugs Off Trump’s Tariff Threat
US stocks mostly shrugged off President-elect Donald Trump’s threat to impose fresh tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico on Tuesday, showing resilience despite the potential trade tensions.Market PerformanceThe S&P 500 edged up roughly 0.4%, eyeing a record close, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite jumped about 0.5%. The Dow Jones Industrial …
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