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London: -The price of gold soared Tuesday to a record peak, propelled by trader expectations of falling US interest rates in September as inflation cools. In late afternoon London deals, gold soared 1.7 percent to touch $2,463.80 per ounce, crushing its previous pinnacle of $2,450.07 reached in May. Ricardo Evangelista of ActivTrades saw gold benefiting

Dollar bounces higher in early US session, buoyed by stronger-than-expected retail sales data. This resilience in consumer spending comes despite the persistent high inflation and elevated interest rates. The robust retail sales figures lend support to Fed’s soft landing scenario, where the economy slows down without falling into a recession. However, there are concerns that

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Gold August futures along with silver September futures contracts opened flat on Tuesday as the former opened up by 0.18% or Rs 133 at Rs 73,604 per 10 gram while the latter opened up by 0.29% or Rs 273 at Rs 92,845 per kilogram. The yellow metal has gained Rs 1,600/10 gm in the last

Yen weakened broadly during Asian session today, giving back some of last week’s strong gains that were reportedly driven by Japan’s market intervention. Japan’s Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi repeated in a press conference that it is crucial for currency rates to move “stably” and reflect economic fundamentals. He reiterated the government’s commitment to taking

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Gold prices gained on Monday, hovering near a more than one-month high hit last week, aided by hopes for interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve as traders await for more comments from Fed officials to gauge the timing of those cuts. Spot gold rose 0.4% at $2,421 per ounce, as of 1415 GMT. U.S.

Global financial markets lack clear direction today. Major European stock indexes are trading slightly lower, while US futures indicate a modestly higher open. Investors are unfazed by the assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump, maintaining a calm stance. Focuses are turning to Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s upcoming speech, where the market hopes to

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Gold traded flat on Monday as investors awaited the US Fed Chairman’s speech and the ECB policy meeting later this week. MCX Gold August futures shed 41 points or 0.06% to Rs 73,228 per 10 gms. Meanwhile, September silver futures fell 0.17% or 161 points to Rs 92,948 per kilogram. The yellow metal has risen

Asian markets began the week with a cautious tone, as weaker-than-expected GDP growth from China dampened investor sentiment, even though the selloff in stocks has been limited. Today’s set of data, coupled with recent weak PMI readings, points to broader deceleration in China’s recovery momentum, as both consumer and business sentiment are struggling. Markets are

Japanese markets are closed for the public holiday in Japan today, its Marine Day. Marine Day, or “Umi no Hi,” is a national holiday in Japan celebrated on the third Monday of July. It honors the ocean’s importance to Japan as an island nation and recognizes maritime activities and the economic and cultural significance of

Including gold in retirement portfolios in India offers several advantages, such as diversification, inflation protection, improved portfolio performance, and liquidity. Gold’s historical status as a store of wealth and crisis commodity, along with its cultural significance and tax benefits, makes it an important component of a comprehensive retirement strategy. Incorporating gold into retirement portfolios in

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The gems and jewellery sector is eagerly awaiting Union Budget 2024, to be presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Industry players are hopeful for tax reductions on exports to bolster demand for Indian-made gold and diamond jewellery. Export Tax Relief The gems and jewellery sector is seeking a reduction in taxes on exports to boost

Shanghai Comp daily This week’s CPI data showed that China has room for policy stimulus and its lackluster economic performance certainly argues for it. There is some optimism with some Chinese stocks climbing this week (from low levels). The leadership meeting will outline efforts to promote advanced manufacturing, revise the tax system to curb debt

Gold prices eased on Friday but headed for a third straight weekly rise, after cooler-than-expected U.S. inflation data sparked hopes that the Federal Reserve will likely start cutting interest rates in September. Spot gold fell 0.2% at $2,408.70 per ounce, as of 0148 GMT after rising 2% on Thursday. U.S. gold futures eased 0.3% at

Dollar weakened broadly last weeks market expectations on Fed’s policy path shifted dramatically. The June US CPI report continued the narrative painted by the previous week’s Non-Farm Payroll data, both suggesting further cooling in economic activity and easing price pressures. These developments have firmly positioned a September Federal Reserve rate cut as a near certainty