Renewed tensions between the United States and Russia have resurfaced following an incident involving an oil tanker, sparking market concerns about potential disruptions to global energy supplies. Washington's move, associated with tightening oversight and enforcement of sanctions on Russian oil shipments, is viewed by Moscow as provocative and could worsen relations between the two countries. Russia views these actions as an attempt by the United States to suppress Russian energy exports and strengthen its dominance in the global oil market. Meanwhile, Washington argues that these measures...
Gold prices tended to fall at the start of the European trading session, Monday (10/3), and are still stuck in the familiar range of $2897 to $2900 which has persisted for the past week or more. However, the decline remained under control amid concerns about global trade conflicts, which continue to provide support for gold bullion which is a safe haven asset. Source: Newsmaker.id
Gold edged higher in early Asian trading, supported by the prospect of a U.S. recession that could boost the precious metal's appeal as a safe haven. In an interview with Fox News on Sunday, President Trump refused to rule out a U.S. recession this year. "Traders and investors are reacting to the sharp and sudden decline in U.S. economic data," Ole S. Hansen of Saxo Bank said in a research report. Source: Newsmaker.id
Silver (XAG/USD) prices held steady on Friday (3/7) and are currently trading above the mid-$32.00s, hitting their highest levels in over a week reached the previous day. Furthermore, the near-term bias appears to be tilted towards bullish traders and supports the prospect of an extension of the weekly uptrend. Source: Newsmaker.id
Gold bullion prices edged up on Friday (3/7) so far this week. Concerns have mounted over U.S. President Donald Trump's move to impose the largest tariff increase in a century, which has sparked retaliation from several countries and unsettled investors. Economists largely anticipate the levies will lead to higher prices for consumers and slower growth, posing a challenge to the Federal Reserve's dual mandate as it seeks to promote price stability and maximum employment. Source: Newsmaker.id
Silver traded around $32.50 on Friday (07/03), heading for a weekly gain, supported by its appeal as a safe haven asset amid shifting global trade policies. While President Donald Trump halted the 25% tariffs imposed this week on most goods from Canada and Mexico, Canada's initial retaliatory tariffs remain in place, and China's measures come into effect next week. Meanwhile, U.S. jobs data painted a mixed picture, with the Challenger report showing layoffs jumped to a 2020 high, while jobless claims fell more than expected last week. Source: Newsmaker.id
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The upcoming Supreme Court ruling on the legality of President Donald Trump's massive tariffs, which rocked markets in April, is one of the next major tests for US stocks and bonds.
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