In this report, we take a look back at the latest five trading days with a focus on the market news, economic data and headlines that had the most impact on key financial assets; including oil and gold prices as well as the key correlated assets. It is an opportunity …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session, June 17
Even while US yields rose in reaction to an improvement in overall risk appetite trends and a modicum of relief from political unrest in Europe, the US dollar lost some of its recent gains. Amidst investor speculation of two Fed interest rate cuts in 2024, the USD Index (DXY) posted …
Read More »Oil Prices Dip as Fed Delays Rate Cut and Supply Concerns Linger
Oil prices experienced a slight decline in early Thursday trading, reacting to the U.S. Federal Reserve’s decision to postpone interest rate cuts and growing concerns over ample U.S. crude and fuel stocks. Brent crude futures dipped 0.5% to $82.23 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures fell …
Read More »Oil Prices Rise, Then Fall Back on Fed Rate Cut Comments
On Wednesday, WTI started to rise and peaked at about $79 per barrel. This came after May’s consumer price increases were less rapid than anticipated, according to positive inflation data. This raised expectations that the Federal Reserve (Fed) will lower interest rates in September.Those expectations were short-lived, though, as Fed …
Read More »Oil Prices Slip as Investors Await Key Inflation Data and Fed Meeting
Oil prices edged lower on Tuesday, as market participants adopted a cautious stance in anticipation of crucial U.S. inflation data and the outcome of the Federal Reserve’s policy meeting. These events are poised to offer valuable insights into the trajectory of inflation and its subsequent impact on fuel demand. Brent …
Read More »Oil Prices Inch Up on Summer Demand Hopes, Yet Dollar Strength Limits Gains
Oil prices saw a slight increase on Monday, June 10th, driven by optimism surrounding a potential surge in fuel demand during the upcoming summer months. However, the gains were tempered by a strengthening dollar, fueled by diminishing expectations of immediate U.S. interest rate cuts. Analyst Projections and Market Sentiment Goldman …
Read More »Oil Prices Edge Up on Supply Reassurances, but Weekly Losses Loom
Oil prices experienced a slight uptick on Friday as Saudi Arabia and Russia, key members of OPEC+, signaled their willingness to adjust output agreements if necessary. However, the market remains on track for its third consecutive weekly loss, primarily due to concerns about increased supply following the recent OPEC+ meeting. …
Read More »Market Drivers; US Session, June 6
Caution prevailed among investors ahead of the US labor market report release, resulting in subdued price movements across the market on Thursday. Simultaneously, the European Central Bank (ECB) implemented a widely expected 25 basis point reduction in interest rates. Currencies:EUR/USD regained traction and approached the 1.0900 zone after the cautious …
Read More »Oil’s Recovery Continues Amid Rate Cut Hopes, Supply Challenges
WTI crude oil has rebounded to $75.75 per barrel in thin market trading. Energy traders are cautiously optimistic, focusing on expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut in Q3 while grappling with oversupply risks.The American Petroleum Institute (API) and the Energy Information Administration (EIA) have reported a significant increase in …
Read More »Oil Prices Edge Higher on Rate Cut Expectations, Despite Supply and Inventory Concerns
Oil prices rebounded for the second consecutive day on Thursday, driven by growing optimism that the Federal Reserve may cut interest rates as early as September. However, the potential for higher supply from OPEC+ and rising U.S. inventories kept the price gains in check. Brent crude futures rose 0.42% to …
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