Gold prices briefly caused a stir after hitting a new record, but then slowed. The main trigger: US President Donald Trump withheld the threat of tariffs on Europe and claimed there was a "framework" for a future agreement on Greenland. This calmer tone made the market a little more willing to take risks, thus easing the pressure to buy gold as a safe haven. However, the big picture hasn't changed: gold remains in high territory because the world remains filled with uncertainty. Trade wars could resurface at any time, geopolitical tensions haven't completely subsided, and investors are...
Oil rose ahead of key US inflation data and a monthly report from OPEC that will provide a snapshot on the market. Brent increased near $73 a barrel after a slight gain on Tuesday, while West Texas Intermediate traded above $69. Consumer price index figures for November are due later Wednesday and will provide clues on the path forward for monetary policy ahead of the Federal Reserve's meeting next week. Meanwhile, the Biden administration is considering new sanctions on Russia's oil trade, a move that could tighten the market and drive up prices. Details of...
Gold Futures Rise as Markets Await US CPI Data Gold futures rose 0.3% to $2,725.60 a troy ounce ahead of key US economic data. Investors are positioning themselves ahead of the release of Consumer Price Index data on Wednesday, ANZ Research analysts said in a note. The figures are expected to confirm the Federal Reserve's decision on a December interest rate cut, ANZ said. While markets are pricing in about a 90% chance of a rate cut, signs from the CPI data that shake that belief could be a drag on non-yielding bullion. The precious metal is also supported by safe-haven demand amid...
The dollar strengthened against European currencies on Wednesday ahead of a highly anticipated reading on U.S. inflation, also boosted by a Reuters report that China is considering allowing a weaker currency next year, which has caused the yuan and other Asian currencies to weaken The euro was last down 0.18% at $1.0508, a day before a European Central Bank meeting, and the pound fell 0.16% to $1.2752 as traders awaited U.S. CPI data, due at 1330 GMT. Economists expect headline and core consumer prices to rise 0.3% in November from previous increases of 0.2% and 0.3%,...
Gold fluctuated around $2,690 per ounce on Wednesday, halting a two-day rally, as investors repositioned ahead of key US inflation data due later in the day. This data is crucial, as it could either strengthen or weaken the likelihood of a third Federal Reserve rate cut next week. A rate cut would support gold by lowering the opportunity cost of holding non-yielding assets. Despite the pause, gold remained near two-week highs, underpinned by expectations of loose monetary policies from other major central banks and increased demand for safe-haven assets. The ECB, SNB, and BoC are all...
Silver (XAG/USD) prices extended its gains for the third straight session, trading around $32.00 during Asian hours on Wednesday. The demand outlook for precious metals, including Silver, in the world's largest raw material consumer has improved following news of potential economic stimulus from China. The Politburo announced plans to adopt a "moderately loose" monetary policy and a "more proactive" approach to fiscal stimulus next year, marking a shift from the more cautious tone of the past decade. Silver prices are getting support from the increasing odds of the US Federal Reserve (Fed)...
The dollar index held steady around 106.3 on Wednesday, after three straight days of gains, as investors braced for a crucial US inflation report that could have a significant impact on Federal Reserve policy. A higher-than-expected inflation reading could delay the Fed's plans to reduce borrowing costs, potentially supporting the US dollar. That said, markets are currently pricing in an 86% chance of a 25 basis point rate cut by the Fed later this month, although the outlook for 2025 remains highly uncertain. Traders are also eyeing interest rate decisions from the Bank of Canada and the...
The Australian Dollar (AUD) hovers against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday after experiencing losses in the previous session. The AUD/USD pair faced challenges, driven by the broadly stronger US dollar (USD). Traders now focus on the release of crucial US November Consumer Price Index (CPI) data, which are expected to be released later in the North American session. The US CPI inflation is estimated to rise to 2.7% YoY in November from 2.6% in October. Meanwhile, the core CPI, excluding Food & Energy, is expected to increase 3.3% YoY. Any indications of stalled progress could...
Gold rises in the early Asian trade. There's a broad commodities uptrend, driven by macro uncertainty, a weaker dollar, and persistent demand for "hard" assets, says Fawad Razaqzada, market analyst...
Oil extended declines after OPEC+ agreed to a bigger-than-expected production increase next month, raising concerns about oversupply just as US tariffs fan fears about the demand outlook.
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The Japanese Yen (JPY) weakened against its US counterpart and reversed part of Friday's recovery from the lowest level since July 23 following Bank of Japan (BOJ) Governor Kazuo Ueda's remarks....