Markets: WTI crude down 20-cents to $88.14 US 10-year yields down 7.6 bps to 4.91% Gold up $5 to $1978 S&P 500 down 56 points, or 13% GBP leads, NZD lags Equities took another beating but there were signs of optimism elsewhere. Buyers arrived in fixed income after a test of 10s early in US
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Gold price rallied Rs 750 to Rs 61,650 per 10 grams in the national capital on Friday amid strong cues in overseas markets, according to HDFC Securities. In the previous trade, the precious metal had settled at Rs 60,900 per 10 grams. “Gold price advanced on Friday, following strong gains in the overseas market,” Saumil
Swiss Franc continues to dominate as this week’s top-performing currency, as the global financial markets are under influence of mounting geopolitical tensions. Reports suggest that Israel might be preparing for ground operations against Hamas. The country’s Defence Minister, Yoav Gallant, has reportedly alerted troops that they will soon see Gaza “from inside”, and “the command
Nasdaq Comp daily The Nasdaq continues to bleed lower and is now within striking distance of the September 27 intraday low of 12,963. The S&P 500 chart looks similar and the Russell 2000 has already broken down. Few investors are willing to step in until after we see how far the Gaza war extends and
The quantum of inflow into gold exchange-traded funds dropped to Rs 175 crore in September after hitting a 17-month high in the preceding month, owing to profit booking. Apart from the inflows, the asset base of Gold Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) also decreased in the period under review, as per the data from the Association
Global stock markets continues to face turbulence today, with Asian indices wrapping up in the negative zone, European markets showcasing bearish sentiments, and US futures indicating a subdued opening. A heightened sense of caution permeates the investment community due to the intensifying conflict between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza strip, fueling concerns of possible
The U.S. Department of Energy is looking to purchase 6 million barrels of crude oil for delivery to the Strategic Petroleum Reserve in December and January. Part of replenishment efforts. Looking to buy the oil at $79 a barrel or less Up from its earlier preferred range of around $70 a barrel Huh. Who wants
Gold prices hit a three-month peak on Friday and were set for a second straight weekly gain, with demand bolstered by the Middle East conflict and expectations that the Federal Reserve may be done with rate hikes. FUNDAMENTALS * Spot gold was steady at $1,973.99 per ounce by 0132 GMT, after hitting its highest since
Financial markets are once again immersed in a phase of risk aversion, a sentiment spurred by the notable ascent of benchmark treasury yields. US 10-year yield is confidently moving closer to the 5% mark. Even Japan’s 10-year JGB yield is hitting another decade high. The prevalent mood has propelled safe-haven currencies like Swiss Franc, Yen,
I don’t think politics matter to the market right now or at least they shouldn’t matter but earlier this week there was selling in equities after Jim Jordan lost his first vote for Speaker of the House. That campaign currently looks like it has only slim hopes and will certainly need more time and in
MCX December Gold futures are trading at 4 month high levels riding on fresh impetus from the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Experts see the haven demand for gold growing and tell ETMarkets why it is a buying opportunity for investors. MCX Gold futures have gained nearly Rs 3,000 or 5.21% in October largely aided by the
The global markets today are abuzz with the rapid rise of US benchmark treasury yields. Market pundits are keeping a keen eye on 10-year yield, which, given its present momentum, is poised to touch 5% level. All eyes will also be on how traders react at this critical psychological level. Simultaneously, anticipation is building around
The labour market report for September disappointed on jobs growth but did show a drop in the unemployment rate. Data is here ICYMI: The report is unlikely to be too concerning for the Reserve Bank of Australia, the labour market is still very tight despite the slowing trend in jobs growth and in hours worked.
Gold prices edged higher on Thursday to hover near a 2-1/2-month high as escalating Middle East turmoil lifted demand for the safe-haven asset, while investors looked forward to U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell‘s speech due later in the day. FUNDAMENTALS * Spot gold was up 0.2% at $1,950.83 per ounce by 0127 GMT, after
The Middle East sees a re-escalation in geopolitical tensions following a tragic strike on a Gaza hospital, leading to significant rise in both Oil and Gold prices. The effect of this development extends into Asian session. However, risk aversion is not starkly evident in other markets, as Asian indices, excluding Japan, record only marginal losses.
One of the more-interesting mysteries in the global economy right now is why China’s steel production remains so high. There is no doubt that residential construction has cratered, yet the mills continue to run at 92% capacity. Today’s Chinese GDP data was strong at +1.3% q/q vs 1.0% expected so there may be even more
Gold price jumped Rs 500 to Rs 60,650 per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday amid strong global cues in international markets, according to HDFC Securities. In the previous trade, the yellow metal had finished at Rs 60,150 per 10 grams. “Gold prices jumped on Wednesday, following a positive trend in the overseas
The tumultuous environment resulting from the Middle East tensions has prompted a noticeable upswing in Gold and Oil prices today, yet the forex markets remain relatively unaffected. Swiss Franc is currently leading the pack, its ascent likely attributed to the ongoing geopolitical unrest, though its rise is modest. US President Joe Biden’s diplomatic mission to