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…

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…

Fundamental Analysis

Gold Prices Take a Dive Ahead of Key Inflation Report

Gold prices tumbled on Thursday as investors evaluated recent US economic data and awaited a crucial inflation report. They also closely watched Washington to see if US lawmakers could prevent a government shutdown. Gold also struggled due to soaring Treasury yields, which hovered near their highest levels in 16 years. This rise followed the Federal Read More…

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Oil Prices Spike 3% as US Crude Reserves Plummet

Oil prices jumped 3% on Wednesday to the highest closing price in 2023 after a steep drop in US crude inventories increased fears of tight global supplies. According to government data, US crude inventories dropped by 2.2 million barrels to 416.3 million last week. The figure beat the 320,000-barrel drop forecast by analysts in a Read More…

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Equities Slide as 10-Year Treasury Yields Remain Elevated

On Tuesday, US equities declined by more than 1% as 10-year Treasury yields maintained their multi-year highs. Investors grappled with the possibility of prolonged high interest rates and the resulting economic consequences.  US Treasury Yields (Source: Bloomberg) Amid rising Treasury yields, the Dow experienced its most significant one-day percentage drop since March, and all three Read More…