Gold stands as one of the world’s most favored financial investments, particularly during periods of market volatility such as the present. Its appeal lies in the high level of security it offers investors, coupled with minimal—sometimes even negligible—risk. This safety applies whether one is dealing in physical gold or trading …
Read More »Markets’ Weekly Recap: Bets continue on a US rate cut sooner than expected
The financial markets witnessed many developments during the trading week ending on Friday, July 5, 2024, in terms of major currencies, American and international stocks, commodities, and other most prominent traded assets, and in this weekly report we attempt to monitor the most important developments.Markets were mixed this week, with …
Read More »Gold Steady at 10-Day High Amid Rate Cut Bets, Nonfarm Payrolls Awaited
Gold prices held firm near a 10-day peak in Asian trading on Thursday, buoyed by increasing expectations of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, which weakened the dollar and Treasury yields. However, the precious metal’s gains were tempered by hawkish signals from the Fed’s June meeting minutes and cautious …
Read More »US Treasury yields fall after FOMC minutes, weak data
Weak US economic statistics is the reason behind an eight basis point decline in the US 10-year Treasury yield. FOMC minutes mention the downturn in the economy and leave room for rate decreases should inflation get close to the 2% target. A decline in ADP Employment Change and a notable …
Read More »FOMC Minutes: US Consumer Prices Favour Declining Inflation
The minutes of the latest FOMC meeting issued on Wednesday indicated that members of the committee are convinced that the US consumer price index readings (CPI) last May provided evidence that there is progress in terms of lowering inflation while meeting the central bank’s goal.A number of policymakers also suggested …
Read More »Gold Prices Soar Following Soft US Data
Gold prices surged over 1% on Wednesday due to weak US economic data and rising Fed rate cut expectations. The latest FOMC meeting minutes showed that “several participants” were ready to lift rates if inflation remained elevated. The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) shows contracting US services activity, while labor …
Read More »Gold declines after Powell’s remarks amid retreating T-yields
Gold fell 0.28% following Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s remarks at the ECB forum in Portugal. Powell stated that he is cautiously optimistic on disinflation and emphasizes the need for more progress before rate cuts. US Treasury yields remain firm, while the US Dollar fluctuates in familiar range. The XAU/USD trades …
Read More »Weekly Recap: Global Markets Navigate Inflation Concerns, Policy Shifts, and Oil Uncertainty
As May draws to a close and June begins, financial markets worldwide find themselves at a critical juncture. Economic data reveals a mixed picture, with signs of easing inflation tempered by ongoing concerns about growth and the potential for further policy tightening. Central banks grapple with diverging paths, while oil …
Read More »Gold Stabilizes as Inflation Data Takes Center Stage
Gold prices found their footing in Asian markets on Tuesday, buoyed by a slightly weaker dollar. Traders were on edge, awaiting a series of crucial inflation readings this week, particularly the U.S. Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index. The precious metal managed to recover some of its losses from the previous …
Read More »Gold Glitters Again, But Inflation Data Holds the Key
After a week of losses, gold prices found their footing in Asian markets on Monday, sparking a glimmer of optimism amongst traders. This modest recovery comes as investors tread cautiously ahead of the crucial U.S. inflation data release this week. Market activity was relatively muted due to holidays in the …
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