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Saqib Iqbal
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Saqib Iqbal is a financial market analyst, serving the industry since 2011. The author is a mentor, providing training to individuals and organizations. Moreover, Saqib is a successful proprietary funds trader, managing a six-figure sum with an average annual ROI of 45%.


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Fundamental Analysis

Gold Prices Rally Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty

On Tuesday, gold prices rallied to a new high on safe-haven demand amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Prices rose despite an increase in Treasury yields after upbeat US data.  Gold rallies (Source: Bloomberg) Tensions in the Middle East and between Russia and Ukraine have pushed some investors to hedge against any escalation affecting other markets. At Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Retreat as Manufacturing Data Alters Rate-Cut Outlook

Equities fell on Monday as investors lost confidence in a June Fed rate cut due to upbeat manufacturing data. Notably, most sectors in the S&P 500 closed the day lower, except energy. This sector gained with oil as the demand outlook improved after upbeat manufacturing data from the US and China.  US rate-cut bets (Source: Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Edge Higher on Easing US Inflation

Currency futures edged higher on Friday as the dollar pulled back after inflation fell. However, volatility was low as US markets were closed for the Good Friday holiday. Still, the US released its core PCE price index report, which revealed a drop in inflation from 0.5% to 0.3%. At the same time, consumer spending increased, Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Oil Prices Break Lows, Finish Strong Amid Supply Concerns

On Wednesday, oil prices broke below the previous session’s lows before closing with gains as supply worries continued. Moreover, oil was set to end the month with a 4.5% gain, marking the third consecutive bullish month.  Notably, the oil market has grown tighter due to geopolitical tensions. All meetings to try and pause the Israel-Hamas Read More…

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Gold Edges Higher on Rate Cut Speculation, Eyes on Core PCE

Gold prices rose Tuesday as rate-cut expectations rose ahead of crucial US inflation data. The price held near highs, marked last week after Powell’s dovish press conference. Moreover, there was increased demand as central banks continued to buy gold. Despite a small retreat, gold has held near recent highs. March has been a very good Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Decline as Investors Digest Fed Remarks

Equities fell on Monday, pausing last week’s rally as investors assessed Fed remarks. The US stock market closed the previous week with gains after the Fed meeting where Powell maintained his dovish stance.  Despite the recent hot inflation figures, Powell maintained his outlook for three rate cuts in 2024. However, economic data continues to beat Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Dip Amid Shifting Rate Cut Outlook

Currency futures fell on Friday as the global rate-cut outlook changed. Other central banks are becoming more dovish, leading to an increase in bets that cuts will start this year. Meanwhile, the outlook for Fed rate cuts remains uncertain as the economy remains robust and inflation persists. Notably, the Swiss National Bank opened the door Read More…

Interest Futures
Fundamental Analysis

Interest Futures Close Varied Amidst Positive US Data

Interest futures ended Thursday mixed as positive data from the US pushed up Treasury yields and weighed on the bond market. Still, prices remained near Wednesday’s highs due to Powell’s reassurance on rate cuts. US initial jobless claims (Source: Labor Department) Data on Thursday revealed that the US economy remains robust despite higher interest rates. Read More…

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Oil Prices Slide Despite Crude Inventory Drawdown, Dovish Fed

Oil prices fell on Wednesday despite a draw in crude inventories and the Fed maintaining its rate-cut outlook. Moreover, investors remained worried about supply disruptions in Russia as the war continued. Oil prices rallied in the previous two sessions due to these supply concerns. Therefore, the pause on Wednesday could have been due to profit-taking. Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Gold Prices Fall as Fed Meeting Looms

Gold prices dropped on Tuesday amid a stronger dollar as markets awaited the Fed monetary policy meeting. A stronger dollar makes gold expensive for foreign buyers, hurting demand. The dollar strengthened amid speculation that the Fed would revert to its hawkish tone after inflation beat forecasts. Initially, gold had rallied to record highs after Powell Read More…