Oil prices fell on Monday as expectations of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump relaxing curbs on Russia’s energy sector in exchange for a deal to end the Ukraine war offset concern of supply disruption from harsher sanctions. Brent crude futures dropped 28 cents, or 0.35%, to $80.51 a barrel by 0739 GMT after closing down 0.62%
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The Japanese Yen strengthens in reaction to the upbeat Core Machinery Orders data. Firming expectations for an additional BoJ rate hike this week also underpin the JPY. A modest USD downtick further contributes to the USD/JPY pair’s intraday decline. The Japanese Yen (JPY) attracts some dip-buyers following the release of the upbeat Core Machinery Orders
The EURUSD bottomed this week on Monday after falling below the 61.8% of the move up from the 2022 low to the 2023 high at 1.0200. That break could not be sustained. The seller had their shot. They missed. The subsequent move higher saw the pair peak near the 38.2% of the move down from
According to a Bank of America survey on FX and rates sentiment, the long dollar trade is now considered the most crowded, with positioning emerging as the primary obstacle for the currency. Analysts note that dollar positioning presents a significant challenge, a concern they also share. They highlight that long dollar positions are notably elevated
Gold prices were subdued on Wednesday as investors remained cautious ahead of the U.S. consumer price inflation data that could provide more clarity on the Federal Reserve’s interest rate trajectory. FUNDAMENTALS * Spot gold eased 0.1% to $2,672.93 per ounce as of 0047 GMT. U.S. gold futures gained 0.3% to $2,689.60. * Investors now await
In this article C Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Citigroup shares jumped Wednesday after fourth-quarter earnings beat estimates on the top and bottom lines, reflecting broad strength across the bank. “2024 was a critical year and our results show our strategy is delivering as intended and driving stronger performance in our businesses. Our net
Mexican Peso recovers as China’s 5% GDP growth for 2024 boosts global sentiment. EU-Mexico trade agreement revival pre-Trump inauguration boosts Peso optimism. IMF and World Bank predict modest Mexican growth in 2025, cite domestic and US political risks. The Mexican Peso (MXN) stages a recovery after weakening to a new yearly low of 20.93 and
U.S. President Joe Biden delivers remarks on the U.S. economy and his administration’s effort to revive American manufacturing, during his visit in Flex LTD, a factory that makes solar energy microinverters, in West Columbia, South Carolina, U.S. July 6, 2023. Jonathan Ernst | Reuters To the untrained eye, Joe Biden leaves the presidency with what
The GBPUSD traded to new lows going back to November 2023 on Monday, but fell short of downside targets on the daily chart at 1.2039 to 1.20686. The low reached just below the 1.2100 level at 1.20989. The price bounced but quite frankly the price action was sloppy and misbehaving to the technicals for the
UPCOMING EVENTS: Monday: PBoC LPR,US Presidential Inauguration Day, BoC Business Outlook Survey, New Zealand Services PMI. Tuesday: UK Employment report, German ZEW, Canada CPI, New Zealand Q4 CPI. Thursday: Canada Retail Sales, US Jobless Claims. Friday: Japan CPI, BoJ Policy Decision, Australia/Japan/Eurozone/UK/US Flash PMIs. Monday The PBoC is expected to keep the LPR rates unchanged
– Gold prices hit more than one-month highs on Thursday in early Asian hours after data showed U.S. core inflation rose less than expected in December, raising hopes that the Federal Reserve could ease interest rates further. FUNDAMENTALS * Spot gold was flat at $2,695.84 per ounce, as of 0051 GMT, after hitting its highest
BlackRock reported better-than-expected earnings Wednesday, lifting shares of the asset management giant higher as it embarks on a pivotal year of expansion into fast-growing markets. Revenue of $5.68 billion in the three months ended Dec. 31 exceeded expectations of $5.49 billion, according to LSEG. Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $11.93 topped the consensus estimate
Gold slightly down in late trading, still up 0.40% for the week amid geopolitical tensions. Mixed US economic data; higher Housing Starts, lower Building Permits minimally impact Bullion. Fed Governor Waller’s dovish comments suggest potential for early rate cuts. Gold’s price dropped late in the North American session, but it is set to finish the
Global markets are buzzing in anticipation of Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20, yet the latest developments suggest investors may already be looking past the immediate impact. Despite speculation surrounding Trump’s policies—particularly tariffs—various benchmarks and asset classes are charting their own directions based on localized drivers and monetary policy expectations. In the US, the strong
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The major US stock indices are closing higher for the day and for the week. The week gain, is the first for the new trading year for the broader indices. For the day: Dow industrial average rose 334.70 points or 0.78% at 43487.83 S&P index rose 59.32 points or 1.00% at 5996.66 NASDAQ index rose
Gold prices firmed on Friday and were headed for a third straight week of gains after U.S. data this week hinted that the Federal Reserve might continue easing interest rates this year. FUNDAMENTALS * Spot gold was flat at $2,715.21 per ounce as of 0047 GMT, hovering near a more than one-month peak hit on
Wells Fargo shares rallied Wednesday after the bank delivered better-than-expected earnings for the fourth quarter. While the reported numbers were solid, an upbeat outlook for 2025 stole the show. Total revenue for the three months ended Dec. 31 dipped 0.5% year over year to $20.38 billion — missing analysts’ expectations of $20.59 billion, according to
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