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Fundamental Analysis

Equities Dip as Worries Persist Over Prolonged Fed Rates

US equities closed slightly lower on Tuesday as investors remained worried that the Federal Reserve would hold higher interest rates for an extended period. Simultaneously, bank shares experienced a decline. The financial sector dropped by 0.9%, causing the biggest drag on the S&P 500.  Moreover, the S&P downgraded credit ratings for various regional US lenders, Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Rally on Nvidia’s Soaring Shares Ahead of Earnings

Equities ended Monday higher amid gains in Nvidia. The Nasdaq closed more than 1% higher on Monday. The S&P 500 also saw gains. Nvidia’s shares surged as investors expressed optimism before its upcoming earnings report. Other technology-related stocks also experienced increases.  The yield on 10-year Treasury notes reached levels last observed during the 2007 Great Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Currency Futures Mixed as Dollar Gains on Safe Haven Demand

Currency futures ended mixed on Friday while the dollar closed a fifth week of gains, marking its longest winning streak in 15 months. The gains were driven by a growing demand for safer assets due to concerns about China’s economy and expectations of sustained high US interest rates.  China’s economic difficulties intensified as the property Read More…

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Gold’s Weekly Slide Continues Amidst 10-Month High in US Treasury Yields

Gold was headed for its fourth consecutive weekly decline as longer-term US Treasury yields surged to a 10-month peak on Thursday. This surge in yields, concerns about the enduring impact of elevated interest rates, and a struggling Chinese economy accelerated the decline of gold prices. The benchmark 10-year yields climbed to 4.312%, testing October’s 4.338%, Read More…