Fundamental Analysis

Gold Bounces Back After Eight Days of Losses as Bond Yields Dip

Gold rose on Thursday, breaking an eight-session losing streak as US bond yields and the dollar dropped from recent highs. This rise came ahead of the eagerly awaited non-farm payrolls report this week. IG market strategist Yeap Jun Rong commented, “Although there is an attempt at recovery in gold prices today, there is still uncertainty Read More…

Crude oil (CL) futures
Fundamental Analysis

Oil Prices Slump $5 Amid Economic Concerns and Reduced Demand

On Wednesday, oil prices dropped over $5 due to a decline in fuel demand and a gloomier economic outlook. Both benchmark prices hit session lows, plummeting more than $5, while heating oil and gasoline futures also saw a more than 5% decrease. Since last week’s settlement, crude oil prices have fallen by approximately $10.  The Read More…

Oil Barrells
Technical Analysis

Crude Oil Futures Cool Off, Giving Opportunities To Buy

Technical Analysis CL made a top last week of $95.03 and has retraced 7.4% since then. This is a welcome sight for traders who missed the move from $67.05 up to $95.03 as it gives possible entry opportunities, which we will look at now. Entry Opportunities An upward-sloping trend line connects the low made in Read More…

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Fundamental Analysis

Equities End Mixed as Investors Assess the Fed’s Policy Outlook

US equities ended mixed on Monday, with the S&P 500 nearly flat and Nasdaq higher. Investors assessed the possibility of the Fed keeping interest rates high for an extended period. The Nasdaq increased as Nvidia’s shares rose by 2.9% after Goldman Sachs included the chipmaker in its list of preferred stock picks. Meanwhile, Fed Governor Read More…

Popular 60-40 Investment Formula for Stocks and Bonds Faces Scrutiny
Technical Analysis

Bond Buying Accelerates In 30-Year Treasury Bond Futures (ZB)

Introduction Prices of ZB (30-year US Treasury bond futures) go down when buying of bonds accelerates due to the inverse relationship between bond prices and yields. When demand for bonds increases, buyers compete to purchase available bonds, driving bond prices higher. However, as bond prices rise, the fixed coupon payments become less attractive relative to Read More…

Convenience Yield and Backwardation
Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Gain Momentum as the Dollar Weakens

On Friday, currency futures edged higher against a weakening dollar. Still, the dollar was poised to achieve its largest quarterly gain in a year, marking the 11th consecutive week of gains. Investors factored in the probability of a strong economy and sustained higher interest rates.  Despite earlier setbacks, the greenback rebounded following data revealing an Read More…