U.S. consumer prices edged up slightly in November on an annualized basis, aligning with expectations and reinforcing the likelihood of another interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve next week. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) published by the Labor Department rose by 2.7% year-over-year in November, marginally higher than October’s …
Read More »OPEC+ and the Future of Oil Markets: Critical Decisions Await
As OPEC+ prepares for its December 1 meeting, several pressing issues will dominate the agenda, including a potential delay in planned supply increases and the broader implications of current market dynamics. With weak global demand, a retreating U.S. dollar, and fading geopolitical tensions, the decisions made during this pivotal meeting …
Read More »Oil price declines as investors let down by China’s stimulus plan
The price of WTI drops to about $68.00 in the early Asian session on Tuesday. The USD-denominated oil is impacted by the strengthening USD. Investors were let down by China’s stimulus plan, which caused the WTI price to decline. The benchmark for US crude oil, West Texas Intermediate (WTI), is …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session
Dollar Strengthens Amid Rising Yields, Renewed “Trump Trade”The US Dollar Index (DXY) continued its upward trajectory on Tuesday, October 22, approaching three-month highs as investors responded to higher interest rates and a resurgence of the “Trump trade.” Key economic events and speeches from Federal Reserve officials will shape the market’s …
Read More »Dollar Holds Steady Amid Geopolitical Tensions, Fed Comments
The US Dollar maintained its strength on Monday, buoyed by escalating tensions in the Middle East and supportive remarks from Federal Reserve officials. However, profit-taking activity tempered the Greenback’s gains, as investors digested positive economic news from China and its government’s stimulus measures.Geopolitical Tensions: The ongoing tensions in the Middle …
Read More »Market Drivers, US Session
A mildly positive session left the US Dollar trading near recent levels. Amidst a global decline in yields, market participants remained focused on signals from Federal Reserve officials regarding the potential trajectory of interest rates.Key points for Wednesday, October 16:US Dollar Index (DXY): The DXY hovered near the upper end …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session
The US Dollar continued its upward trajectory, reaching new multi-week highs. This surge was primarily driven by rising interest rates and growing speculation that the Federal Reserve might implement a 25 basis point interest rate cut in November. These developments occurred ahead of the highly anticipated release of the US …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session, Oct. 2
The US dollar continued to rise and hit new three-week highs, supported by growing US rates and an ongoing risk-on attitude in reaction to escalating Middle East tensions. The US Dollar Index (DXY) surged to all-time highs of over 101.70 as a result of the ongoing risk aversion and growing …
Read More »Oil Prices Surge Over $1 Amid Middle East Tensions and Potential Supply Disruptions
Oil prices spiked on Wednesday, with Brent crude rising by 1.36% to $74.56 per barrel and U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) jumping 1.53% to $70.90, driven by escalating concerns over possible crude supply disruptions following Iran’s largest military strike against Israel. This follows Tuesday’s significant surge, where both benchmarks gained …
Read More »Oil Prices Steady as Supply Outlook Offsets Middle East Tensions
Oil prices remained relatively unchanged on Tuesday as prospects of stronger supply and sluggish global demand growth balanced concerns over potential disruptions from escalating tensions in the Middle East. Key Price Movements: Brent Crude: December delivery edged up 13 cents (0.18%) to $71.83 a barrel as of 0615 GMT.West Texas …
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