After the Fed maintained current interest rates, US Treasury yields declined; the 10-year note drops to 4.04%. Fed Chair Jerome Powell highlights the significance of the labour market, noting that the July Nonfarm Payrolls report will be crucial in determining future interest rates.By year’s end, market players factor in three …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session, July 23
Despite a little decline in US Treasury yields, the USD Index saw some gains and returned to the 104.50 region. The preliminary S&P Global Manufacturing and Services PMIs and advanced goods trade balance are due on July 24, with new home sales coming in second. In addition to continuing Monday’s …
Read More »US yields, Fed rate cut bets push XAU/USD higher
Gold prices have risen above $2,400, ending a four-day losing streak due to falling US Treasury yields. Market players are awaiting crucial economic data, including June’s inflation and Q2 GDP, to gauge the Fed’s next move. India’s import tax cut on gold and silver has also boosted retail demand, supporting …
Read More »Why Has Gold Dropped Below $2,400 after All-Time Peak?
Gold hits a peak of $2,447 before falling 1.90% to $2,398. Fears over Trump’s chances of winning the election and China’s economic expansion strengthen the US dollar. US Treasury yields rise, with the 10-year note at 4.233%; the US Dollar Index rises to 104.34, up 0.18%. The statistics released this …
Read More »Gold Sets New Record High on US Rate Cut Hopes
Gold prices soared by more than 1.93% on Tuesday, fueled by intensifying expectations for a US interest rate cut in September. This sentiment gained momentum following the release of the latest US inflation data, which came in weaker than anticipated. The attempted assassination of former US President and Republican candidate …
Read More »Investing in Gold: Opportunities, Challenges, and Market Dynamics
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 »Gold surges on retreating T-yields ahead of US inflation reading
Gold surges amid growing expectations of Fed rate cuts in September. US 10-year Treasury yield drops to 4.288%, while US Dollar Index falls below 105.00. Inflows into Gold ETFs support the metal, with eyes now on US June inflation data and economic indicators.Gold price escalated on Wednesday for back-to-back days …
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 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 »Gold prices stabilizes ahead of eventful US week
The US dollar and Treasury yields continue to rise without affecting the value of gold. Mixed data on US manufacturing: For the third straight month, the S&P PMI rises while the ISM PMI falls. The US 10-year Treasury yield rises by about 9 basis points to 4.489%, supporting the dollar’s …
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