The Canadian Dollar (CAD) maintained a relatively neutral stance against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday, as mixed economic data from the United States created a tug-of-war in the currency markets. While the USD initially gained ground due to a stronger-than-expected ADP Employment Change report, it subsequently faced downward pressure …
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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
October, 2024
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30 October 2024 4:34 pm
October Private Payrolls Beat Expectations Amid Hurricane and Strike Concerns
In October, U.S. private payroll growth exceeded forecasts, adding 233,000 jobs, as reported by the ADP National Employment Report. This growth followed an upwardly revised increase of 159,000 in September, well above the 114,000 jobs economists had anticipated. The ADP report, created with Stanford’s Digital Economy Lab, precedes Friday’s comprehensive …
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30 October 2024 3:26 pm
U.S. Futures Rise as Alphabet Leads Tech Surge Amid Mixed Market Moves
U.S. stock index futures inched higher Wednesday, buoyed by a notable increase in Alphabet shares following the company’s robust earnings report. As of 06:25 ET (10:25 GMT), Dow Jones Futures were up by 50 points, or 0.1%, S&P 500 Futures climbed 15 points, or 0.3%, and Nasdaq 100 Futures added …
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30 October 2024 12:54 pm
Alphabet Q3 Earnings Surpass Expectations with Strong Ad Revenue and Cloud Growth
Alphabet Inc. reported robust third-quarter earnings that exceeded Wall Street forecasts, as the tech giant’s core advertising revenue grew significantly, allaying concerns over potential threats from AI-driven competitors. Following the report, Alphabet’s stock surged over 5% in premarket trading on Wednesday. For Q3, Alphabet recorded earnings of $2.12 per share, …
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30 October 2024 11:57 am
Oil Prices Hover Near Monthly Lows Amid Ceasefire Hopes and Rising OPEC+ Supplies
Oil prices held steady at one-month lows after recent declines, as markets weighed prospects of a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah and rising crude output from OPEC+ against concerns over U.S. fuel stocks and demand uncertainty. Brent crude rose by 0.8% to $71.70 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate …
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30 October 2024 11:06 am
Bitcoin Nears Record Highs Amid U.S. Election Speculation, Altcoins See Mixed Gains
Bitcoin surged on Wednesday, approaching its all-time high as investors bet on a potential pro-crypto shift in U.S. policy depending on the outcome of the upcoming presidential election. The world’s largest cryptocurrency rose 2% to $72,456.80, close to its record peak of $73,798. Bitcoin Rallies on Trump’s Pro-Crypto PositionBitcoin’s recent …
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30 October 2024 10:22 am
Asian Stocks Decline on Election Jitters, Economic Data; Japan Outperforms on BOJ Bets
Asian markets saw broad declines on Wednesday, as rising caution ahead of the U.S. presidential election and a series of crucial economic data releases weighed on sentiment. Japan’s Nikkei, however, continued to gain, fueled by technology stocks and expectations that the Bank of Japan (BOJ) will maintain an accommodative stance. …
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30 October 2024 1:23 am
US Dollar Holds Steady Ahead of Key US Data
The US Dollar remained steady ahead of key economic data releases, despite receiving mixed signals from the Job Openings and Labour Turnover Survey (JOLTS). US bond yields saw an uptick, supported by market sentiment leaning towards former President Donald Trump in the upcoming presidential election and a cautious stance from …
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30 October 2024 1:11 am
U.S. Finalizes Investment Restrictions in Critical Technology Sectors in China
The United States has finalized rules to limit investments in critical technology sectors in China, such as artificial intelligence, on national security grounds, according to the Treasury Department. These restrictions will prevent U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and U.S.-based companies from engaging in transactions involving technologies like AI, semiconductors, and quantum …
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29 October 2024 11:57 pm
Dow Jones Dips as Fed Rate Cut Bets Rise
Dow Jones Dips as Fed Rate Cut Bets Rise: A Balancing ActThe Dow Jones Industrial Average retreated on Tuesday, reversing Monday’s gains as US Treasury yields climbed. This downward trajectory was primarily driven by growing expectations of a potential Federal Reserve rate cut in November.Dow Jones’s recent decline reflects the …
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29 October 2024 11:04 pm
Market Drivers; US Session
Shifting Focus: The US Labor Market Takes Center StageThe US dollar maintained a relatively stable position on Tuesday, as market participants digested a slowdown in the rally of US Treasury yields. This cautious stance was further influenced by the impending US election and the anticipation of key economic data releases.Key …
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29 October 2024 10:08 pm
Earnings of PayPal Reflect a Complex Landscape
PayPal Holdings Inc., a leading digital payments company, recently released its Q3 earnings report, offering a mixed bag of results. While the company exceeded expectations on earnings per share, revenue fell short of analyst estimates.PayPal’s Q3 earnings report provides a mixed picture. The company has made strides in improving profitability, …
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29 October 2024 8:26 pm
Gold prices rally to fresh all-time highs following US Jobs data
Gold, the timeless haven asset, has recently embarked on a remarkable rally, pushing its price to unprecedented heights. This surge can be attributed to a confluence of factors, each contributing to the precious metal’s allure.A Weakening US Dollar and Lower Interest RatesThe US dollar, often inversely correlated with gold prices, …
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