On Thursday, gold slipped but stayed on course for a second consecutive monthly gain due to expectations that the Federal Reserve might soon cut interest rates. This would make non-yielding bullion more attractive. Moreover, the rise of the dollar for the day contributed to the drop in gold prices. However, the dollar was on track Read More…
On Wednesday, oil prices surged over $1 per barrel as investors focused on potential supply cuts from OPEC+ and overlooked the increase in US crude, gasoline, and distillate stockpiles. Possible discussions for additional cuts from the OPEC+ group during Thursday’s policy meeting have boosted oil markets. Reports suggest a cut of up to 1 million Read More…
On Tuesday, US equities gained modestly as investors analyzed mixed remarks from Federal Reserve officials. Upbeat consumer data added to the positive sentiment. The three major US stock indexes initially lost momentum but closed in positive territory after a range-bound session. Market participants are closely examining comments from monetary policymakers ahead of the FOMC meeting Read More…
Equities drifted lower on Monday as investors paused after Thanksgiving, anticipating crucial economic data during the bustling holiday shopping season. According to Adobe Analytics, Cyber Monday is projected to drive record spending of $12 billion, enticing shoppers with online deals. This upbeat sign reflects the strength of the American consumer, who contributes about 70% to Read More…
On Friday, currency futures rose on upbeat data while the dollar fell after US business activity data. However, currencies traded within a narrow range as US markets closed early following Thanksgiving. In November, US business activity remained stable. However, the private sector witnessed its first decline in almost three-and-a-half years, aligning with predictions of a Read More…
On Thursday, gold prices rose as the US dollar weakened, but investors stayed on the sidelines due to holiday-thinned trading and uncertainty about the Federal Reserve’s rate path. However, gold was heading for a second consecutive weekly gain. Financial markets in the past week witnessed declining yields and a weakening US dollar, which favor an Read More…
On Wednesday, oil prices dropped nearly 1% in a volatile session. OPEC+ unexpectedly postponed a meeting on production cuts from November 26 to November 30, fueling concerns about global crude supplies. The group, consisting of major producers like Saudi Arabia and Russia, was supposed to discuss the possibility of expanding oil output cuts into 2024. Prices Read More…
On Tuesday, US equities declined as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq ended their five-session winning streaks. Retailers faced losses due to disappointing outlooks, and technology shares also fell. The decline continued as minutes from the latest Federal Reserve meeting revealed a consensus among officials to approach raising US interest rates cautiously. The central bank indicated Read More…
On Monday, equities on Wall Street closed higher, with the Nasdaq leading the charge with a 1% rally, reaching its highest closing level since July 31. The S&P 500 also registered its highest close since Aug. 1. The Nasdaq rose because Microsoft hit a record high after hiring prominent artificial intelligence executives. Microsoft CEO Satya Read More…
Currency futures rose on Friday while the dollar experienced its second-largest weekly decline against major currencies this year. Concerns about the global economic outlook are growing. At the same time, cooler-than-expected US inflation data on Tuesday and Wednesday increased market expectations for an earlier Fed rate cut. This potential move, expected as early as the Read More…
