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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 Scale New Peaks Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Gold prices hit record highs on Tuesday as demand for the haven metal increased amid geopolitical tensions. At the same time, investors bought more gold as bets for a Fed rate cut in June increased ahead of US inflation figures. As the war in Gaza continues, investors seek refuge in the yellow metal. Interested parties Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Flatline Ahead of Critical US Consumer Price Index

Equities closed Monday nearly flat with no catalysts ahead of the crucial US Consumer Price Index report. At the same time, a sharp increase in Treasury yields due to a drop in Fed rate-cut expectations put pressure on stocks. Investors are gearing up for inflation figures from the US that will shape the outlook for Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Dip as Dollar Surges on Solid US Employment Data

Currency futures fell on Friday as the dollar rallied after the US reported a bigger-than-expected increase in employment in March. As a result, there was a higher chance the Fed would lag behind other major central banks in cutting interest rates. Despite the big rally on Friday, the dollar ended the week down.  US employment Read More…

Interest Futures
Fundamental Analysis

Interest Futures Rally as Investors Gear Up for the US Employment Report

Interest futures ended higher on Thursday as investors positioned themselves ahead of the monthly US employment report. However, prices fluctuated during the session as rate cut expectations kept changing. US initial jobless claims (Source: Labor Department) The US released data showing higher-than-expected employment claims. These figures indicated easing conditions in the labor market, supporting Fed Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Oil Prices Surge to 5-Month Highs Amid Growing Supply Concerns

Oil prices closed at a 5-month peak on Wednesday due to supply concerns. Geopolitical tensions escalated while OPEC member countries agreed to continue with output cuts. Consequently, investors worried that the market would become tighter. WTI (Source: NYMEX) The wars in Gaza and between Russia and Ukraine have contributed to a lot of supply distractions Read More…

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…

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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…

Fundamental Analysis

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…