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After US Fed Chair Jerome Powell stated that the Fed does not anticipate an increased danger of recession in the US economy, WTI US Crude Oil surged to its highest bids in a week. WTI immediately changed direction and dropped back into the $78.50 range, but it is still in …

The EUR/USD pair has reached a five-week high after Fed Chair Jerome Powell confirmed that policy loosening is likely this year. The pair was on track to close in the green territory for a fourth consecutive trading day and edged higher to the 1.0901 level, as markets prepare for another …

Spot Gold prices reached a new record high on Wednesday, with XAU/USD reaching a tentative all-time high ever at $2,150.00. the precious metal is trading at $2143.64, and is still up 0.74% at the time of writing.This comes after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s two-day appearance, where he clarified the …

US stocks closed lower on Monday as investors have shifted focus to the upcoming congressional testimony by Fed Chair Jerome Powell and the monthly NFP report that could put equity gains to a real test.The S&P 500 fell just below the flatline after ending Friday with its 16th weekly win …

Last week, the financial markets were shaped by significant data releases across several major economies, notably the United States and the eurozone. In the eurozone, data published by the European Statistics Office (Eurostat) on Friday indicated that the region’s annual harmonized consumer price index (HICP) rose by 2.6% in February, …

In the pulse of the financial world, the spotlight of the past week fell squarely on key US economic indicators, particularly inflation data, igniting a flurry of activity and recalibration across markets. Inflation Insights Headline US inflation for January came in at 3.1%, a modest improvement that fell slightly short …

Gold prices stabilized on Monday, experiencing modest trading activity as investors awaited statements from Federal Reserve officials and key economic data releases. Here’s a breakdown of the latest developments influencing the precious metal market: Stable Gold Prices Amid Holiday Period Gold settled in spot trading at $2,023.03 per ounce, showing …

Due to the parity of factors that affected the trading environment over the preceding period, the price movement of practically all traded assets closed last week’s trading on the global financial markets with a moderate change.These factors started with investors’ focus on the statements and comments by Federal Reserve Chair, …

Chinese Markets Closed, Dollar Strength Curbs Safe-Haven Demand Gold prices remained steady in subdued trading as Chinese markets observed the Lunar New Year holiday. Meanwhile, the dollar’s resilience dampened demand for safe-haven assets amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Current Gold Prices and Market Activity At 0404 GMT, gold …

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 …