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Strong economic data in the US capped gains in the yellow metal on Monday which was up on the escalation of tension in the Middle East. Street awaits the impact of higher consumer spending data on its monetary policy announcements, scheduled later this week. Taking cues from the price movement in the international markets, February
Euro weakens broadly today amid signals from ECB officials that a rate cut cycle could commence in June, or even earlier in April. This bearish sentiment towards the common currency heightens the significance of upcoming Eurozone economic data releases, with GDP figures tomorrow and CPI data on Thursday poised to play crucial roles in shaping
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Gold prices rose on Monday as escalations in the Middle East triggered safe-haven buying, while traders awaited U.S. Federal Reserve‘s chair Jerome Powell‘s remarks at the end of its two-day policy meet this week for interest rate outlook. FUNDAMENTALS * Spot gold was up 0.3% at $2,023.59 per ounce by 0139 GMT.* U.S. gold futures
UPCOMING EVENTS: Tuesday: Japan Unemployment Rate, Eurozone Q4 GDP, US Job Openings, US Consumer Confidence. Wednesday: BoJ Summary of Opinions, Japan Industrial Production and Retail Sales, Australia CPI, Chinese PMIs, Switzerland Retail Sales, UST Quarterly Refunding Announcement, US ADP, Canada GDP, US ECI, FOMC Policy Decision. Thursday: China Caixin Manufacturing PMI, Switzerland Manufacturing PMI, Eurozone
Spot gold closed with a minor loss of $2 at $2018 on Friday. Much awaited US December core PCE deflator inflation data, the Fed’s preferred gauge of inflation, came in at 2.9%, slightly below the forecast of 3% and the previous reading of 3.2%. The headline index remained steady at 2.6%, which was in line
High risk warning: Foreign exchange trading carries a high level of risk that may not be suitable for all investors. Leverage creates additional risk and loss exposure. Before you decide to trade foreign exchange, carefully consider your investment objectives, experience level, and risk tolerance. You could lose some or all your initial investment; do not
The year 2023 was not the best of times for base metals. Besides copper, which managed to hold ground, most other base metals experienced a tough period due to China’s economic woes, feeble global growth outlook, higher interest rates and oversupply fears. Copper ended the previous year with a gain of 2% while aluminium and
Venturing into the realm of options trading in MCX Gold and Silver can open new avenues for traders seeking to manage risk and enhance returns. Here, we explore four strategies that traders can employ to navigate the dynamic precious metals market effectively. Bull Call Spread: In a Bull Call Spread strategy, a trader simultaneously buys
High risk warning: Foreign exchange trading carries a high level of risk that may not be suitable for all investors. Leverage creates additional risk and loss exposure. Before you decide to trade foreign exchange, carefully consider your investment objectives, experience level, and risk tolerance. You could lose some or all your initial investment; do not
The past week in the financial markets was a blend of the anticipated and the unforeseen, creating a cloud of indecision among traders. Central bank decisions by ECB, BoC, and BoJ unfolded largely as anticipated. But BoJ’s slightly hawkish communication provided a temporary lift to Yen. Despite ECB President’s cautious stance, traders continued to bet
Markets: CAD leads, JPY lags S&P 500 down 0.1% US 10-year yields up 1.5 bps to 4.15% Gold down $1 to $2018 WTI crude oil up $0.81 to $78.17 The market didn’t know exactly what to do with the US PCE report. On the hawkish side, the headline PCE number wasn’t as cool as GDP
Oil prices eased in early trading on Friday, but were set to close higher for the week on positive economic data from the United States and China and a draw in U.S. crude stocks. Brent crude futures eased 32 cents, or 0.39%, to $82.12 a barrel by 01:15 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude fell
The subdued trading in the forex markets observed through the week continued in today’s Asian session. Despite numerous central bank decisions and key economic data releases, most major currency pairs and crosses are staying within last week’s range. Euro, as the worst performer. so far is a notable exception. This lackluster performance seems tied to
Today’s PCE report had mixed implications for the Federal Reserve. The spending numbers were strong, suggesting that the consumer remains strong but core and headline inflation fell once again. The Fed has repeatedly pointed to core PCE and it tracked down to 2.9% y/y from 3.0% previously as the covid recovery continues. PCE core y/y
Gold prices edged higher on Friday, but were on track for their second consecutive weekly fall as data indicating strong growth in the U.S. economy kept the dollar firm, while focus shifted to a key inflation print due later in the day. FUNDAMENTALS * Spot gold was up 0.1% at $2,021.79 per ounce by 0155
Dollar falls mildly in early US trading hours, following the release of core PCE inflation data which indicated a slightly sharper than expected slowdown. However, this weakness in Dollar is somewhat counterbalanced by unexpectedly robust growth in consumer spending. Despite these movements, Dollar remains within its established trading range, with a decisive breakout yet to