Amid persistent rumours on a Fed interest rate cut in May, growing geopolitical concerns, and some comments implying that the ECB is not in a haste to start reducing rates, shifting trends in risk appetite ruled the mood across traded assets.In the midst of further repricing of an interest rate …
Read More »Gold pressured by US dollar’s gains
Gold futures have declined since the opening of Thursday’s North American trading session due to the rise in the US dollar and renewed geopolitical concerns about the possibility of the war in Gaza expanding to other areas within the Middle East. The US dollar achieved limited gains due to Israeli …
Read More »US dollar steadily rose on positive Jobless Claims
The US dollar rose on Thursday, initially to 103.45 and then stabilizing at 104.15, following positive Initial Jobless Claims data. However, bulls are running out of steam due to a lack of fresh drivers and Fed speakers refusing to give additional guidance on the bank’s next steps concerning future rate …
Read More »Could CPI revisions dampen optimism about inflation?
The Federal Reserve looks in no hurry to cut interest rate very soon. Last year’s revisions to the consumer price index (CPI) raised doubts on inflation progress, prompting Fed officials to seek more evidence before committing to interest-rate cuts. The Bureau of Labor Statistics regularly adjusts monthly CPI data to …
Read More »Gold Prices Stabilize Amidst Mixed Market Sentiment
Gold prices found stability on Thursday amidst a backdrop of nuanced market dynamics, influenced by statements from Federal Reserve officials tempering expectations of imminent interest rate cuts. Additionally, geopolitical tensions escalated following Israel’s rejection of a ceasefire proposal from Hamas, adding to the complex market landscape. Market Performance: Gold Settles …
Read More »NYCB Explainer: Are current banking sector woes justified?
Over the last 24 hours, the stock of New York Community Bank (NYCB) has declined as a result of Moody’s downgrading the bank’s credit rating to junk status. After Signature Bank failed less than a year ago, NYCB acquired its assets and placed them under a new regulatory framework. NYCB …
Read More »US dollar tanks as investors await fresh catalysts
The US Dollar Index is trading neutrally at 104.15 on Wednesday, while markets assess several Fed officials’ statements to continue placing their bets on rate policy path at the next few Federal Open Market Committee meetings.The Dollar Index steadied around 104.15 on Wednesday. Remarks and comments by Fed’s Collins, Kashkari …
Read More »EUR/USD struggles near 1.0750 amid weaker European indicators
Wednesday saw minimal movement in the EUR/USD pair as European economic indicators continued to weaken. After hitting a small intraday high of 1.0784, the pair tested back into familiar terrain near 1.0750. Since interest rates in the Eurozone peaked in September of last year, those who are interested in rate …
Read More »Fed’s Kugler: Cooling inflation, labour data may make rate cut appropriate at some point
Federal Reserve Governor Adriana Kugler said on Wednesday that she is pleased with the great progress on inflation and added that she is optimistic that the progress will continue, per Reuters.These comments do not have an immediate impact on the performance of the US dollar versus major rival currencies. At …
Read More »Natural gas dives as US gas ban continues until after presidential elections
Natural Gas has experienced a decline following reports that the Biden administration is set to prolong the LNG export moratorium by 9 to 12 months. Piden’s Pause ContiunesThe US Dollar Index is flirting with a break below 104 as the dollar fails to find nearby support. The LNG ban remains …
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