Wall Street roared to life on Friday, propelled by a surprisingly weak October jobs report. The US economy added a mere 12,000 jobs, a stark contrast to the robust growth seen in previous months. This unexpected slowdown ignited hopes that the Federal Reserve might temper its aggressive rate hike trajectory. …
Read More »Mark Carney Takes the Helm: Canada’s New PM Faces Trump and Global Trade Challenges
Newly-appointed Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney officially assumed office on Friday morning, suc…
Oil Gains Amidst Geopolitical Tempest and Shifting Demand Forecasts
Despite a week dominated by fluctuating geopolitical tensions and evolving economic forecasts, oil p…
Fresh Deadline Drama: Senate Poised to Avert Shutdown
Funding Bill on the Brink of PassageThe Senate is set for a pivotal test vote this afternoon on the …
PPI Shadowed: GBP/USD Wobbles Amid GDP Shock and Surging US Inflation Fears
The Pound Sterling (GBP) faced renewed pressure against the US Dollar (USD) this week, with GBP/USD …
Changpeng Zhao Denies Ties of Trump Family Ties and Binance Amid Controversy
Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the founder and former CEO of Binance, the globe’s largest cryptocurrency…
Gold Shatters $3,000 Barrier: Historic Safe-Haven Surge Amid Global Uncertainty
In a landmark moment, gold prices surged past the $3,000 per ounce threshold on Friday, marking an a…
Bristol Myers Squibb Gains Expanded EU Approval for CAR-T Therapy Breyanzi
The European Commission has granted Bristol Myers Squibb (NYSE: BMY) an expanded approval for its CA…
Forex Market Overview: Yen Weakens, Pound Slips, Dollar Recovers
The Japanese yen weakened on Friday after concluding union wage negotiations, while the British poun…
Oil Prices Rebound as Ukraine Conflict Persists, Trade War Concerns Loom
Oil prices bounced back on Friday, recovering some of the previous session’s losses, as the Uk…
Gold Prices Hold Near Record Highs Amid Trade Tensions, Rate Cut Expectations
Gold prices remained steady at all-time highs in Asian trading on Friday, driven by escalating U.S.-…
Market Analysis
November, 2024
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1 November 2024 9:48 pm
How Are Gold Prices Facing A Stormy Economic Agenda?
A Tale of Two Reports: NFP and ISM The recent release of the Non-Farm Payroll (NFP) and Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Manufacturing PMI reports has sent mixed signals about the state of the US economy. While the NFP report painted a picture of a slowing labor market, the ISM …
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1 November 2024 9:14 pm
Fed’s Tightening Grip: A Deeper Look at the Shrinking RRP
The Federal Reserve’s ongoing efforts to tighten monetary policy have led to a significant decline in the amount of money parked at its overnight reverse repurchase agreement (RRP) facility. This development has sparked renewed debate about the potential for a liquidity crunch in the US financial system.As of Friday, the …
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1 November 2024 7:38 pm
Fed Expected To Address Recent Labour Data With Caution
The Federal Reserve is poised to once again navigate a complex economic landscape as it prepares for its upcoming policy meeting. While the central bank is widely expected to implement a modest interest rate cut, the underlying economic conditions present a nuanced picture. The recent employment report, though initially underwhelming, …
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1 November 2024 5:10 pm
US Job Growth Slows Sharply in October Amid Hurricanes and Strikes
The U.S. labor market experienced a significant slowdown in October, with nonfarm payrolls adding just 12,000 jobs, far below the expected 106,000. This steep drop comes after September’s revised 223,000 job increase, as the Labor Department indicated that severe hurricanes in the Southeast and strikes in manufacturing weighed heavily on …
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1 November 2024 3:23 pm
Crypto Market Pullback Deepens as Bitcoin Dips Below $69,000 Amid Shifting U.S. Election Odds
Bitcoin’s price saw continued losses on Friday, as the cryptocurrency market pulled back for the third day straight. The decline comes amid heightened volatility as Donald Trump’s odds in the U.S. presidential race faced slight dips, which some investors fear may add regulatory uncertainty, especially if Democratic candidate Kamala Harris …
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1 November 2024 2:14 pm
Amazon Q3 Earnings Exceed Expectations, Driven by Strong AWS Performance and AI Investments
Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ) reported third-quarter results that exceeded analyst expectations, propelling its stock up by 5.7% in after-hours trading despite issuing slightly lower-than-anticipated guidance for the upcoming quarter. The company posted an adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.43, surpassing the analyst consensus of $1.14 by $0.29. Quarterly revenue reached …
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1 November 2024 12:15 pm
European Markets Edge Up Amid Caution Ahead of U.S. Jobs Data and Presidential Election
European stock markets traded modestly higher on Friday morning as investors awaited the release of key U.S. nonfarm payrolls data, along with the impending U.S. presidential election. At the start of the European trading session, the DAX in Germany gained 0.2%, France’s CAC 40 rose 0.3%, and the U.K.’s FTSE …
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1 November 2024 11:46 am
Oil Prices Rally Amid Rising Middle East Tensions and Supply Uncertainties
Oil prices rose sharply on Friday, with Brent crude and U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) both gaining over 2% as geopolitical concerns and supply factors bolstered the market. By early trading hours, Brent crude for January delivery climbed to $74.22 a barrel, up $1.41, while WTI rose to $70.72, gaining …
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1 November 2024 11:14 am
Asian Markets Start November Cautiously Amid Mixed Global Economic Signals
Asian markets kicked off the month on a cautious note, with most indices lower as investors await key U.S. jobs data. Friday’s nonfarm payroll report, the U.S. presidential election, and the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting next week are expected to heavily influence market sentiment. Wall Street and Futures: Tech Stocks …
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1 November 2024 1:56 am
Market Drivers; US Session
US Dollar Weakens on Yen Strength and Fed Rate Hike UncertaintyThe US Dollar weakened on Thursday as the Japanese Yen strengthened after a slightly hawkish tone from the Bank of Japan. The upcoming US labor market report on Friday is crucial for determining the Federal Reserve’s future rate hike path. …
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1 November 2024 1:41 am
How should investors get prepared for Market Moves, Fluctuations Amid US Election?
Preparing for Market Volatility Ahead of the US Election As the US election approaches, investors are bracing for potential market moves and fluctuations. Preparing for these shifts involves several strategic steps to mitigate risk and capitalize on opportunities.One of the most important strategies is portfolio diversification. By spreading investments across …
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1 November 2024 12:04 am
US Dollar Softens Ahead of NFP Report
The US Dollar weakened on Thursday, despite persistent inflationary pressures and lower-than-expected jobless claims. The Personal Consumption Expenditure (PCE) Price Index, a key inflation gauge, rose 2.1% year-over-year in September, while core PCE remained steady at 2.7%. Additionally, initial jobless claims declined to 216,000, defying market expectations of an increase.Market …
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