Gold prices experienced a significant decline after the Federal Reserve (Fed) announced a 50-basis point rate cut. Despite the reduction, the Fed projected the federal funds rate to reach 4.4% by the end of 2024, indicating a continued tightening stance.Rate Cut and Outlook: The Fed’s decision to lower borrowing costs …
Read More »UK Inflation Steady in August; Services Sector Inflation Rises, Impacting BoE Rate Decision
British inflation held steady in August, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) remaining at 2.2%—matching expectations but falling short of the Bank of England’s (BoE) latest projection of 2.4%. However, a notable increase in services sector inflation has added complexity to the central bank’s upcoming decision on interest rates. Consumer …
Read More »Gold Prices Dip Slightly but Hold Near Record Highs Ahead of Fed Decision
Gold prices edged lower in Asian trade on Tuesday, but remained near record highs as expectations grew for a substantial interest rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve later this week. The metal’s strong performance has been fueled by a weakening U.S. dollar and falling Treasury yields, driven by speculation …
Read More »XAU/UDS soars to fresh record high ahead of FOMC meeting
Amid increasing speculations that the Fed would cut interest rates by a larger margin later this week, gold prices hit a record high in Asian trade, earlier on Monday. Though Trump seemed uninjured, reports of a second attempt on the Republican presidential nominee’s life reportedly increased demand for safe haven …
Read More »Gold Hits Record High Amid Fed Rate Cut Speculation and Trump Assassination Attempt
Gold prices surged to a record high in Asian trading on Monday, driven by heightened speculation that the Federal Reserve may cut interest rates more aggressively later this week. Adding to the bullish sentiment for safe-haven assets were reports of a second assassination attempt on Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, …
Read More »Financial Markets’ Weekly Recap: Fed’s rate cut size in focus
US dollar has ceased its upward trajectory since the release of US economic data indicating a slowdown in consumer prices. This data has reinforced expectations that the Federal Reserve is likely begin cutting interest rates at its September meeting. This data has fuelled speculation that the Federal Reserve is likely …
Read More »Gold Hits Record High on Fed Rate Cut Speculation, Tight U.S. Presidential Race
Gold prices surged to an all-time high during Asian trading on Friday, driven by persistent speculation that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates in the coming week. Increased demand for the safe-haven asset amid uncertainties surrounding the U.S. presidential election further boosted the yellow metal’s appeal. Gold continued its …
Read More »ECB Cuts Key Interest Rates Amid Slowing Economic Outlook
The European Central Bank (ECB) announced significant rate cuts on Thursday in response to mounting concerns over economic slowdown in the Eurozone. The ECB lowered its key interest rates across the board, signaling a shift towards more accommodative monetary policy. The interest rate on the marginal lending facility was reduced …
Read More »Gold Prices Near Record Highs as Traders Bet on Lower Rates, Platinum and Silver Gain
Gold prices edged higher in Asian trade on Thursday, hovering near record highs as traders speculated that the yellow metal will continue to benefit from a lower interest rate environment. However, expectations of a significant interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve were dampened by a higher-than-expected core consumer price …
Read More »What to expect from ECB?
The ECB’s Looming Decision: Navigating Complexities of Monetary PolicyThe European Central Bank (ECB) is faced with a crucial decision at its upcoming meeting: whether to lower interest rates or maintain a cautious stance. This choice is fraught with complexities as the ECB must balance the need to stimulate economic growth …
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