Oil prices held steady on Thursday as market participants looked forward to the meeting between Trump and Putin in Alaska. At the same time, a surge in Fed rate cut bets has boosted optimism about a stronger economy and robust oil demand. However, there is downward pressure from weak demand and prospects of increased oil Read More…
Gold prices rose on Thursday as the likelihood of a September Fed rate cut rose after downbeat US inflation figures. However, the move was subdued as risk appetite remained high after the US-China tariff extension. At the same time, progress in talks between Russia and Ukraine has lowered demand for safe-haven assets. Data on Tuesday Read More…
Equities ended lower on Monday as market participants prepared for the crucial US consumer inflation report. Still, there was some optimism after Trump announced an extension of the US-China trade truce for another 90 days. Equities on Monday stayed mostly on the sidelines, awaiting the US CPI report for more clues on Fed rate cuts. Read More…
Currency futures were mixed on Monday after having a strong week amid dollar weakness. The dollar fell last week as Fed rate cut expectations rose due to poor economic data and Trump’s Fed nominations. Meanwhile, market participants kept from making large moves on Monday as they awaited the crucial US consumer inflation report. Dollar Index Read More…
Interest futures held steady on Friday as Treasury yields remained subdued after downbeat US employment figures. Meanwhile, market participants were speculating about future rate cuts after Trump’s pick to fill the vacancy in the Fed. US continuing claims (US Labor Department) Data on Thursday revealed that US employment claims increased more than expected. Claims rose Read More…
Crude oil markets are currently facing a tug-of-war as signs of demand are clashing with rising supply, all underscored by geopolitical risks. At the time of writing, Brent crude trades around mid-$60 while WTI remains steady near $62. Broader economic uncertainties OPEC+ output hikes continue to pressure the oil prices. On the supply side, OPEC+ Read More…
Gold futures remain strong against a backdrop of a complicated macro picture, driven by a combination of changing expectations on Federal Reserve policy, worsening US economic data, and geopolitical risk, which have helped fuel safe-haven demand. Although high spot prices have suppressed conventional consumer demand, futures markets are being increasingly bolstered by institutional positioning and Read More…
Equities rallied on Monday, recovering from Friday’s losses when the US released a downbeat monthly employment report. The rebound came as investors sought bargains. At the same time, there was optimism about lower borrowing costs, which will likely spur economic growth. Friday was a red day on Wall Street after US data revealed a sharp Read More…
Currency futures held onto gains from the previous session on Monday despite a slight recovery in the dollar. Most ended Friday with gains after the US released a poor monthly employment report that led to a surge in Fed rate cut expectations. US jobs (Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics) The nonfarm payrolls report on Friday Read More…
Interest futures eased on Friday as US Treasury yields soared at the deadline of Trump’s tariffs. The US president imposed high tariffs on several of the country’s major partners, including Canada and South Korea. However, trading remained thin as market participants eagerly awaited the US monthly employment report. On Friday, Trump’s tariff deadline was hit, Read More…
