An acceleration of coronavirus cases late in the week has plunged more areas in China into tighter restrictions and complete lockdown. Including: In the southern province of Hainan two cities (total population just under 1 million), Dongfang and Chengmai, extended the lockdowns currently in place. The 3 data lockdown are now for around a week,
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NEW DELHI: Gold prices held steady on Friday weighed down by an uptick in the Treasury yields and prospects of US interest rate hikes, although broader weakness in the dollar kept bullion on track for its fourth weekly gain. Data on Thursday showed US producer prices unexpectedly fell in July. It came a day after
The USD moved higher in trading today as focus shifted from the lower inflation seen this week in the US to the troubles in other nations. German’s Rhine River, moved below a critical navigational level which could impact energy (coal travels the river), hydro power, trade, slow growth and increase inflation. That is not good
Sterling falls broadly today while smaller than expected GDP contraction didn’t ease recession worry. Euro is also weak following decline in Germany benchmark yield, but Yen was worse. Dollar, on the other hand, is trying to reverse this week’s losses, with help from the strong rebound in 10 year yield. But upside of the greenback
Gold price in the national capital on Friday declined by Rs 90 to Rs 52,915 per 10 grams, according to HDFC Securities. The precious metal had closed at Rs 53,005 per 10 grams in the previous trade. Silver also dipped by Rs 374 to Rs 59,166 per kg from Rs 59,540 per kg in the
Headlines: Markets: USD leads, GBP lags on the day European equities a little higher; S&P 500 futures up 0.4% US 10-year yields down 1.9 bps to 2.87% Gold down 0.2% to $1,785.72 WTI crude down 1.5% to $92.87 Bitcoin down 2.1% to $23,690 It was once again another quiet summer’s day in Europe with a
Dollar remains the worst performing major currency for the week, but the dynamics are shifting. Yen is giving up much of its gain, following the strong rebound in benchmark treasury yields, but Swiss Franc is still firm. Euro and Sterling are somewhat under pressure too, while smaller than expected GDP contraction gives the Pound little
OPEC on Thursday cut its 2022 forecast for growth in world oil demand for a third time since April, citing the economic impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, high inflation and efforts to contain the coronavirus pandemic. The view from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries contrasts with that of the International Energy Agency,
The International Energy Agency (IEA)lifted its demand outlook partly due to power generators switching to oil: “Natural gas and electricity prices have soared to new records, incentivising gas-to-oil switching in some countries” That’s from its monthly oil report published Thursday. In it the IEA raised its outlook for 2022 oil demand by 380,000 barrels per
Dollar selloff resumes in early US session after lower than expected PPI reading. Aussie and Kiwi are strong as supported by risk-on sentiments but Canadian is lagging behind. Yen is also firm, together with Swiss Franc, thanks to falling yields. Euro and Sterling continue to be mixed. In other markets, Gold is struggling to take
Gold in the national capital on Thursday declined Rs 347 to Rs 52,709 per 10 grams amid decline in international yellow metal prices, according to HDFC Securities. In the previous trade, the precious metal had closed at Rs 53,056 per 10 grams. Silver also fell sharply by Rs 455 to Rs 59,103 per kg from
Headlines: Markets: NZD leads, GBP lags on the day European equities mixed; S&P 500 futures up 0.4% US 10-year yields down 2 bps to 2.76% Gold up 0.1% to $1,794.63 WTI crude up 0.7% to $92.55 Bitcoin up 3.0% to $24,623 It was another quiet session in terms of headlines but there were some decent
After yesterday’s selloff, Dollar is recovering slightly in Asian session today. But the greenback remains the worst performing one for the week. New Zealand and Australian Dollars are taking most advantage for now, helped by risk-on sentiment. But Swiss Franc and Yen are also strong on falling major benchmark yields. Euro and Sterling are on
NEW DELHI: Gold prices struggled on Wednesday thanks to a stronger dollar which dented bullion’s appeal ahead of much-awaited inflation data scheduled later in the day. The Fed hiked rates by 75 basis points each in June and July to rein in soaring inflation. Although gold is seen as a hedge against inflation, higher US
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Dollar falls broadly in early US session after data shows headline CPI slowed more than expected, which core inflation held steady. Yen is gaining most against the greenback for now, with extra help from falling treasury yields. But it’s unsure for now long Yen’s rally against others could last. Also, it’s hard to say which
New Delhi: Gold prices eased by Rs 60 to Rs 52,811 per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday in line with losses in the precious metal in the global markets, according to Securities. The precious metal had closed at Rs 52,871 per 10 grams in the previous trade. Silver declined by Rs 575
There’s not much in it so far in European morning trade as market players are all waiting on the US CPI data later today before firming up any convictions. Major currencies were more pensive earlier and little changed but we are seeing some light moves now with the dollar slightly softer. That said, it isn’t