Fundamental Analysis

Gold Extends Decline Amid Dollar and Treasury Yield Rally

On Thursday, gold continued its decline for the third consecutive session. This decline was due to a rally in the dollar and treasury yields following a warning from the US Federal Reserve about a potential rate hike. While the Fed kept interest rates unchanged on Wednesday, its updated quarterly projections indicated the possibility of another Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Oil Prices Slip 1% to One-Week Low After Fed’s Rate Decision

Oil prices dropped by about 1% to a one-week low on Wednesday following the Fed’s rate decision. The US Federal Reserve held rates unchanged as markets had expected. However, it maintained its hawkish stance with another rate hike projected for the end of this year.  Brent futures for November delivery went down 81 cents, or Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Hold Steady Ahead of Federal Reserve’s Crucial Decision

On Monday, US equities closed with minimal changes as investors awaited the US Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy decision. The three major US stock indices ended the day with slight gains in a volatile session, but investors lacked firm conviction leading into the Fed’s two-day monetary policy meeting. The week’s focal point is the Federal Reserve’s Read More…