4 min reading time Introduction Gold futures have fallen back into the summer support zone, putting $4,000 in focus. The main fundamental reasons for the decline are rising US bond yields, expectations of tighter monetary policy, and a stronger dollar. In our October 2 analysis, we highlighted the risk of another test of the summer Read More…
Interest futures rallied on Thursday as Treasury yields collapsed amid a surge in demand for safe-haven assets. Market participants scrambled for safety in bonds due to geopolitical risks and a decline in the US tech sector. Investors are now looking ahead to next week’s FOMC policy meeting, which will shape the outlook for rate hikes. Read More…
4 minute reading time Introduction Crude oil futures are back at $100 after an oil tanker exploded in the Strait of Hormuz. Read the full story here. In our October 12 analysis, we highlighted a developing bull flag and identified $93.68 as the upside trigger to watch. The recovery has since extended, bringing the September Read More…
Oil prices rose on Thursday as geopolitical tensions escalated, renewing supply worries. Fresh attacks on tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz threatened the recovering oil flows. At the same time, the Houthis continue to attack energy facilities in Saudi Arabia. However, reports that Russian oil could increase in the global market capped gains. Middle Read More…
Gold prices extended losses on Wednesday as market participants eagerly awaited the FOMC policy meeting next week. However, the move remained subdued with no major economic releases this week. At the same time, the recent pullback in oil prices eased supply and inflation worries, capping declines in the yellow metal. Spot gold (Source: Bloomberg) Consumer Read More…
estimated reading time: 4 min Introduction Nasdaq futures have slipped beneath the bullish trendline that started in April, following another rejection near 31,200–31,500. Price is trading around 29,826, leaving buyers with an important recovery task: they need to push back above 30,000. Bulls need to reclaim that trend line to improve the outlook, while another Read More…
