Interest futures fell on Thursday as more positive US economic data pushed back expectations for Fed rate cuts. However, investors became risk averse as geopolitical tensions escalated, putting a floor on further declines. US jobless claims (Source: Labor Department) Data released on Thursday revealed an unexpected decline in US initial jobless claims last week, showing Read More…
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Gold Prices Edge Higher Amidst Rising Middle East Tensions
Gold prices rose on Wednesday as Middle East tensions had investors looking for safety in the safe haven of yellow metal. Moreover, a decline in the dollar made gold cheaper for foreign buyers, increasing its demand. Notably, the Israel-Hamas war has escalated since last week with more strikes on vessels in the Red Sea. Additionally, Read More…
Nasdaq Futures Jump as NVIDIA reports earnings
Nasdaq futures jumped approximately 2% Thursday morning following a strong earnings report from Nvidia, a leader in AI chip design. The company exceeded Q4 revenue expectations and projected Q1 revenue to triple, fueled by robust demand for its artificial intelligence chips. In premarket activity, Nvidia shares skyrocketed 12.9%, poised to add over $200 billion to its market Read More…
Nikkei 225 surges; technical outlook
Weekly The weekly chart of the Nikkei Futures has been in a strong uptrend, as indicated by the SuperTrend indicator, which has been green for an extended period. The Awesome Oscillator (AO) is positive too as the Japanese index surges to new highs. Key Levels to Watch on the Weekly: Daily On the daily chart, Read More…
Japan’s Nikkei Soars to Peaks Unseen Since 1980s
Japan’s stock market has reached new heights not seen since the country’s asset bubble in the late 1980s. Back then, share prices soared to astronomical levels, fueling a national mood of affluence and speculation. 87-year-old investor Kazukuni Yamazaki recalls the spectacle of daily stock fluctuations drawing crowds of eager onlookers, including young office workers. Luxury Read More…
Gold Prices Show Resilience, Poised for Further Gains
Gold prices have demonstrated remarkable resilience in recent weeks, rebounding from dips and maintaining an upward trajectory overall. This precious metal’s recovery is attributed primarily to the weakening of the US dollar and lower Treasury bond yields, both of which enhance gold’s appeal as an investment hedge. Technical analysts have identified key support levels around Read More…