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The US Dollar, as measured by the DXY Index, has experienced a sharp decline, reaching its lowest point in seven months. This downturn is directly correlated with a parallel decrease in Treasury yields and an intensifying market expectation of substantial interest rate reductions by the Federal Reserve.Investor attention is currently …

GBP/USD’s bullish run shows no signs of abating. The pair continued its upward trajectory on Tuesday, gaining 0.32% to reach 1.3030, inching closer to mid-July highs. This sustained upward momentum is evident in the recent trading sessions. The next hurdle for GBP/USD lies at 1.3100. If the pair can break …

The Canadian Dollar exhibited a mixed performance on Monday, appreciating against its US counterpart while depreciating against other major currencies. This divergence comes as investors await crucial economic data releases and navigate a complex interest rate environment.Canada is poised to unveil its latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures on Tuesday, …

Despite trading 1.1084, at the time of writing, the EUR/USD currency pair climbed higher on Monday, reaching levels near 1.1030, driven by growing expectations of a potential interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve as early as September.Recent economic data in the United States has painted a mixed picture. While …

Gold prices have shattered yet another record, soaring above the $2,500 an ounce mark. This unprecedented surge has investors and analysts alike wondering if the precious metal is on course for even higher heights. Spot gold is trading at $2,506.84 at the time of writing. Gold futures surpassed 2,537.8 at …

The US Dollar (USD) experienced a decline on Friday, driven by a combination of factors including the release of the University of Michigan’s Consumer Sentiment Index figures and softer-than-expected housing market data. Let’s break down the key points:Consumer Sentiment Index:The University of Michigan’s Consumer Sentiment Index improved to 67.8 for …

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is expected to easily find his way to news headlines next week’s annual economic symposium in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The event, hosted by the Kansas City Fed, brings together global central bankers and provides a platform for assessing economic trends and monetary policy.Economic Assessment: Powell’s …

During Friday’s early Asian session, the price of gold remains unchanged at $2,455. US initial jobless claims decreased by 7K to 227K last week; retail sales in July exceeded forecasts, increasing 1.0% MoM. The downward potential of gold may be limited by the growing geopolitical threats in the Middle East. …

US Treasury yields surged on Thursday, buoyed by a surge in market optimism following the release of data highlighting the resilience of the American economy. These positive economic indicators have effectively quelled recent concerns about an impending US recession.Retail sales in the United States experienced a significant uptick in July, …

St. Louis Fed President Alberto Musalem has joined a growing chorus of Federal Reserve officials leaning towards a potential interest rate cut at the central bank’s September meeting. In a speech on Thursday, Musalem indicated that the time may be nearing for an adjustment to the benchmark interest rate.The official …