Although a sparse macroeconomic calendar kept key pairs at known levels, the US dollar lost some gain on Monday. While government bond yields increased, reflecting the prevailing cautious approach, market sentiment remained negative. Investors’ concerns that global central bankers will continue their monetary tightening programmes to control inflation caused the …
Read More »How has gold price reacted to bond market turmoil?
On Monday, the price of gold kept falling as the bond market turbulence persisted. The XAU/USD pair fell to its lowest point since March 14th, 1,880. Its decrease from this year’s peak is greater than 9.3%. At the time of writing, the precious metal is selling for $ 1894.69 per …
Read More »China’s economy at risk on accelerating impact of real estate crisis
Land sales and personal budget cuts are being greatly impacted by the real estate crisis in China, which has reduced retail sales, investment, exports, and industry output. After three years, the government’s “zero covid” initiatives have not generated the promised roar but rather a whimper. Two-thirds of personal wealth and …
Read More »USD/JPY jumps following China’s unexpected rate cut
The USD/JPY pair soared above 146.00, posting daily gains of more than 0.60%. Following the PBoC rate drop, the Yen is slipping. The pair is trading at 146.16 at the time of writing.On Thursday’s session, investors anticipate the annual Jackson Hole Symposium. The USD/JPY is up around 146.20 at the …
Read More »Oil rises after expectations of OPEC + exports cuts in August
Oil prices rose on Monday as global supply tightened due to reduced exports from Saudi Arabia and Russia outweighed concerns about global demand growth amid high interest rates. And by 0301 GMT, Brent crude oil prices rose 75 cents to 85.55 dollars a barrel. West Texas Intermediate crude rose 80 …
Read More »Could China’s slowdown throw US economy into recession?
What happens in China doesn’t just stay in China. Flooding in northeastern China has caused numerous deaths and severe damage to infrastructure, homes, and crops. President Xi Jinping urges action to reduce damage. At least 90 rivers have risen beyond alert threshold, with 24 already flooded. Local governments must prioritize …
Read More »Oil rises on signs of lower US output
WTI surged more than 1% on Friday and found resistance near $81.30, above the 20-day SMA. US Oil and natural rigs decreased for the sixth week in a row.The USD trading neutral allowed the black gold to gain traction. Chinese financial woes may limit the WTI’s upwards momentum.At the end …
Read More »Fears of the Chinese economy tend to cut oil’s 7-week series of gains
Oil is set to end the week lower after a seven-week winning streak, as worries about China’s economy outweigh indicators of tight supply. The seven-week price rally, driven by supply cuts by the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies (OPEC +), was the longest streak of gains …
Read More »Oil reacts to China’s effort to ease economic concerns
Oil prices slightly surged earlier on Thursday after falling for three straight sessions as a result of the sliding US Dollar Index in addition to the significant efforts by China’s central bank to support the country’s real estate sector and overall economy following fears about potential economic slowdown in one …
Read More »EUR/USD slides further on risk aversion, stronger dollar
Equities are down and bond rates are up as investors remain cautious due to expectations of additional monetary tightening by central banks. The July Fed minutes show a unanimous vote in favour of raising rates, but growing reluctance among board members regarding possible over-tightening.Initial Jobless Claims came in at 239K, …
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