Gold prices, stable above $2,000 per ounce, commenced the week on an uptrend driven by a rallying US dollar and anticipation surrounding the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting. Analysts highlight that the market is keen on the Fed's signals for the coming months rather than immediate announcements.
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Major currency pairs like USD/JPY and USD/CHF face potential shifts in trends as central banks reevaluate interest rates. The Euro and British Pound are poised for nuanced movements based on economic conditions and rate decisions. Meanwhile, the Australian and New Zealand Dollars grapple with changing interest rate...
EUR/USD, a major indicator of Euro’s strength, finds itself in a state of indecision, with sideways movement near 1.0850 following two consecutive weeks in negative territory. The absence of clear recovery signals in the near-term technical outlook reflects the cautious stance of market participants. As the pair navigates this period of uncertainty, all...
The Canadian Dollar faces a confluence of challenges, from the unexpected BoC stance on interest rates to mixed economic data and the traditionally impactful fluctuations in oil prices. As investors grapple with uncertainty regarding future monetary policy directions and the resilience of various economic sectors, the...
The recent economic data presents a nuanced narrative, showcasing the resilience of the US economy amid uncertainties. As we navigate through the mixed signals of GDP growth, price index fluctuations, and surprising jobless claims, it becomes evident that a comprehensive understanding...
Bitcoin undergoes a halving approximately every four years, halving the rate of new Bitcoin creation. The last three occurred in 2012, 2016, and 2020, with the upcoming one expected in April 2024. This process regulates Bitcoin's supply, contributing to its scarcity and controlled issuance, ensuring a stable and valuable asset.
Gold prices, currently near $2,030, saw a modest decrease of 1% over the past week and a 2% dip since the start of 2024. Meanwhile, silver surpassed $22 per ounce, experiencing a 4% drop in the week and a 6.5% decline in the year so far. Upcoming scrutiny of economic data, particularly the Q4 US GDP report
The New Zealand dollar (NZD) kicks off the week at 0.6116, showing minimal change. However, last week saw a 2% dip, pushing the NZD to a five-week low. Economic challenges persist in New Zealand, with the Performance of Services Index (PSI) revealing three contractions in the second half of 2023. November's PSI improved marginally to 51.2 from
The yen has experienced significant fluctuations in recent weeks, initially gaining ground against the weakening US dollar in December but subsequently losing those gains as the dollar rebounded in January. USD/JPY reached 148.80 on Friday, the highest level since November 28, prompting concerns that if the yen continues to depreciate, the Ministry of Finance might
Swiss National Bank (SNB) President Thomas Jordan has expressed that the recent appreciation of the Swiss franc has reached a point where it could significantly influence the inflation outlook. This observation indicates apprehensions regarding the strength of the Swiss franc and its potential consequences for inflation dynamics.
In November, average pay growth in the UK slowed to 6.5%, down from 7.2% in the previous month, according to the Office for National Statistics. This decline suggests that inflationary pressures have weakened more than anticipated. The decrease in pay growth came as the UK jobs market weakened due to high interest rates and stagnation across much of the economy.
The price of Gold (XAU/USD) has experienced a significant sell-off, dropping to around $2,040 after failing to surpass the weekly high of $2,062…