Fundamental Analysis

Gold Plunges as Hopes for 2023 Fed Rate Cuts Fade

On Thursday, gold prices collapsed as robust US economic data diminished expectations of the Federal Reserve easing. Additionally, gold fell as the greenback received a boost from the anticipation of a US debt ceiling agreement, averting a potential default. A stronger dollar makes for more expensive gold for foreign buyers. Negotiations between the White House Read More…

Technical Analysis

T-Bond Futures (ZB) price action update as short trade pays off

Trade update from previous analysis On May 2nd, we looked at a potential short trade in ZB. It has played out nicely, with the target very close to being hit. Take a look at the article here. There is an ascending triangle forming on the daily chart that we can monitor as price moves toward the Read More…

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Fundamental Analysis

Oil Prices Soar on Optimistic Outlook for US Debt Ceiling Talks

Oil prices rose by approximately $2 on Wednesday due to positive expectations regarding oil demand and ongoing negotiations regarding the US debt ceiling. Despite concerns about an oversupply, the optimism surrounding a potential debt ceiling agreement lifted various asset classes, including oil.  Jim Ritterbusch, the president of Ritterbusch and Associates, stated that the anticipation of Read More…

Fundamental Analysis

Equities Edge Higher Despite Sharp Drop in US Manufacturing Activity

US equities closed slightly higher on Monday as the S&P 500 and Dow had modest gains. However, the New York Federal Reserve’s “Empire State” index, which measures manufacturing activity, fell sharply to -31.8 in May, much lower than the anticipated -3.75. This raised concerns about a possible slowdown in the US economy, which could decrease Read More…