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Gold price remains steady at $2069.50 per ounce, despite a rebound in the US Dollar and higher US Treasury bond yields. On the data front; Initial Jobless Claims increased to 218,000, above the forecast of 210,000, and Continuing Claims reached 1.875 million, the highest in four weeks. The downside of …
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27 March, 2026 11:18 pm
March 2026 Market Snapshot: Labor Softens, Inflation Holds Steady, Volatility Rules
February’s employment report, released early March, showed a clear pullback: nonfarm payrolls droppe…
27 March, 2026 10:23 pm
Wall Street Slides Into Correction as Oil Shock and Geopolitical Fears Ignite Market Panic
US equities came under heavy selling pressure on Friday, with major indexes extending their decline …
27 March, 2026 9:01 pm
Europe’s Carmakers Race Into the Defense Economy
A Strategic Shock Reshaping European Industry: Europe is no longer treating defense as a peripheral …
27 March, 2026 8:03 pm
Sterling Under Pressure as Global Tensions Lift the Dollar
The British Pound struggled to maintain momentum at the end of the week, hovering just above the 1.3…
27 March, 2026 6:59 pm
U.S. Treasury Yields Hit Multi-Month High as Oil Surge Fuels Inflation Fears
Benchmark U.S. Treasury yields climbed to their highest level since July on Friday, as investors rea…
27 March, 2026 5:20 pm
Bitcoin Slips as Iran War Uncertainty and $14 Billion Options Expiry Weigh on Sentiment
Bitcoin declined on Friday, capping a subdued week as investor caution intensified amid geopolitical…
27 March, 2026 3:51 pm
U.S. Futures Decline as Oil Tops $110 and Middle East Risks Intensify
U.S. stock futures moved lower on Friday, while oil prices climbed back above the $110-per-barrel ma…
27 March, 2026 1:34 pm
European Stocks Hold Steady as Hormuz Crisis Keeps Oil Elevated
European equity markets traded in a narrow range on Friday, as investors weighed persistent geopolit…
27 March, 2026 12:19 pm
Gold Rebounds Over 2% as Softer Dollar and Iran Talks Support Bullion
Gold prices rose sharply in Asian trading on Friday, recovering from the previous session’s losses a…
27 March, 2026 11:23 am
UK Retail Sales Fall Less Than Expected, But Rising Energy Costs Cloud Outlook
British retail sales volumes declined in February, highlighting growing pressure on consumer spendin…
Market Analysis
December, 2023
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28 December 2023 10:09 pm
S&P 500 closes nearest all-time highs near $4,800
The S&P 500 is nearing all-time highs near $4,800, but a late-day pullback due to rising Treasury yields has pushed assets lower. The market’s risk rally, driven by rate cut expectations in 2024, has been slowed down by a surprise increase in US 7-year Treasury yields, causing a reversal of …
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28 December 2023 8:06 pm
US dollar nosedives in last few trading days before 2024
Thursday saw a sharp decline in the value of the US dollar following the Richmond Manufacturing Index. The US bond market is witnessing significant purchasing while the equity markets remain stable.After the US opening bell, the US Dollar Index has experienced a wild ride and is almost flat. On Thursday, …
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28 December 2023 2:40 pm
USD declines against JPY and compensates for its losses against EUR
The US dollar witnessed divergent movements against key currencies on Thursday, recovering from early losses against the euro while facing a decline against the Japanese yen. Investors are closely monitoring signals from the Federal Reserve, expecting a potential interest rate cut in the coming year. Dollar Index Performance: The dollar …
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28 December 2023 1:46 pm
European stocks rise on expectations of interest rate cuts
European stocks showcased a positive trajectory on Thursday, led by gains in mining and insurance companies. The market outlook remained optimistic as the year neared its end, buoyed by expectations that major global central banks would potentially reduce borrowing costs in the coming year. Market Overview: The STOXX 600 index …
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28 December 2023 12:50 pm
Oil Prices Rise Amid Middle East Tensions
Oil prices experienced an early uptick in Asian trading on Thursday, driven by persistent concerns over escalating tensions in the Middle East. These apprehensions overshadowed earlier worries about shipping traffic disruption, as some international shipping companies resumed activities in the Red Sea. Market Movement:Brent crude futures advanced by 0.3 percent, …
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28 December 2023 3:45 am
Gold price leaps high on dovish Fed bets, deteriorating US yields
Gold was trading closely to the $2,070 level, registering strong gains, on early Thursday the precious metal is trading at $2086.45 per ounce. Markets project as many as six Fed rate hikes in 2024, which shook down the US Treasury yields.US Jobless Claims on Thursday may fuel further volatility in …
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28 December 2023 1:39 am
Market Drivers – US Session, December 27
It was another day in an unusual week that is shortened by holidays. The US Dollar Index extended its loss and dropped below 101.00, reaching its lowest level since July. The 10-year Treasury yield fell to 3.78%, a five-month low, while the 2-year settled at 4.24%, the lowest since May.US …
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27 December 2023 7:53 pm
Trump’s reelection could mean return of US-China trade war
Geopolitical risks remain high and economists discuss what to look out for in 2024. Severe geopolitical shocks and persistent tensionsThe new year could mark a watershed for political and military support for Ukraine, particularly as elections will be held in the US Military support from the US is critical, and …
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27 December 2023 3:33 pm
Dollar Hits 5-Month Low
The dollar faced a decline on Wednesday, reaching its lowest level in five months, while the euro touched a four-month high. Market sentiment was driven by expectations of an imminent interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve. However, limited trading volume at the close of the year contributed to subdued …
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27 December 2023 2:09 pm
European Shares Inch Up on Positive Chinese Data and Wall Street Optimism
European shares experienced a modest increase on Wednesday, driven by a rise in mining shares fueled by strong Chinese data. Additionally, technology stocks received a boost from Wall Street’s optimistic outlook, fueled by expectations that the Federal Reserve might initiate interest rate cuts in March. Market Overview:The European STOXX 600 …
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27 December 2023 1:02 pm
Oil stabilizes and all eyes are on developments in the Red Sea
Oil prices maintained stability on December 27 as investors closely monitored developments in the Red Sea, where major shipping companies resumed transit despite ongoing attacks and heightened tension in the Middle East. Brent crude futures experienced a slight dip of 0.1%, falling 5 cents to $81.02 per barrel, while US …
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27 December 2023 12:51 am
Oil climbs amid Red Sea attacks, Fed’s rate cut expectations
Tuesday saw a more than 2% increase in oil prices, reaching their highest point since December 1. Concerns about potential interruptions to oil shipments were raised by recent attacks on ships in the Red Sea.Expected Fed interest rate reduction, which might spur economic growth and increase demand for energy, also …
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