Gold prices remained stable in Asian trading on Tuesday after retreating from record highs, as investors reassessed the likelihood of smaller interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. Meanwhile, copper prices dropped sharply as Chinese markets reopened following a week-long holiday, with disappointment over Beijing’s implementation of its stimulus measures …
Read More »Crypto investment records outflows of $147 million amid Middle East tension
Digital asset investment products witnessed outflows totaling $147 million last week.Bitcoin ETFs were the center of focus, with $159 million in outflows after heightened Middle East war tension. Ethereum also saw outflows of $29 million, while Solana and multi-asset products recorded inflows.Bitcoin (BTC) is trading around the $63,000 level on …
Read More »Gold Prices Slip Amid Strong U.S. Payroll Data, Rate Cut Bets Shift
Gold prices edged lower in Asian trading on Monday, retreating from recent record highs as stronger-than-expected U.S. payroll data tempered expectations for a significant interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve. The precious metal declined after the robust jobs data sent the U.S. dollar and Treasury yields higher, with traders …
Read More »Gold slides following US NFP
Gold prices are back in the positive territory after a steep selloff after the US NFP data, and traders are scratching their heads as to what has happened here. The data released today has made speculators shred their bets on another jumbo rate cut, and this impacted the price of …
Read More »XAU Stabilized Above Daily Lows Amid Geopolitical Tensions
Geopolitical Tensions Fuel Safe-Haven DemandGold prices have experienced a dramatic surge, surpassing the $2,650 mark, as geopolitical tensions escalate in the Middle East. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, coupled with the threat of wider regional instability, has driven investors to seek refuge in safe-haven assets like gold. The …
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 »Gold Prices Retreat on surging T-Yields as Middle East Tensions Ease
As traders watched Israel’s response to Iran’s attack on Tuesday, gold retreated during the North American session on Wednesday and continued to decline by 0.50% each day. Following consecutive gloomy sessions since last Friday, traders’ attention is still focused on geopolitics, which has helped to push up gold prices. The …
Read More »Market Drivers, US Session, Oct. 1
Gold prices have rallied over 1% on Tuesday amid growing tensions in the Middle East. The XAU/USD trades at $2,662 after bouncing off daily lows of $2,632. A daily close below the September 30 high of $2,665 could open the door for a pullback if geopolitical risks de-escalate. The US …
Read More »Gold resorts to correction amid Chinese focus on equi
The recent surge in gold prices, culminating in a record high of $2,685 last week, is now encountering headwinds. A combination of factors, including a rally in Chinese equities and a more optimistic outlook for the Chinese property market, has diverted investor attention away from the precious metal despite its …
Read More »Gold Bulls Remain Cautious Ahead of US PCE Price Index
Gold prices, having recently reached a new all-time high, are currently facing a period of consolidation as investors await the release of the US Personal Consumption Expenditure (PCE) Price Index. While the market is anticipating a further easing of monetary policy by the Federal Reserve, the upcoming inflation data could …
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