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Traders entered Wednesday’s session with their focus fixed on upcoming US ADP employment and ISM Services PMI data, which could set the tone for the rest of the week. With investors still digesting the Federal Reserve’s cautious policy stance, attention has turned to whether the next round of economic indicators will reinforce or challenge the […]
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The US dollar extended its winning streak for a fifth consecutive session, climbing to levels last seen in August as traders reassessed expectations for the Federal Reserve’s next policy move. Uncertainty deepened after Chair Jerome Powell reiterated that a December rate cut is not guaranteed, while other Fed officials offered mixed messages. Chicago Fed President
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Gold Faces Policy Shock as China Ends Tax Incentive Commodity markets opened November on a volatile footing, led by swings in gold prices after China abruptly scrapped a long standing tax incentive on bullion. The move seen as a signal of Beijing’s efforts to cool speculative demand weighed on sentiment in one of the world’s largest
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Gold Loses Momentum Amid Shifting Risk Appetite Global markets ended the week on a mixed note as traders digested the aftermath of the high stakes U.S. – China summit. Gold fell 0.7%, marking its fourth decline in five sessions, as investors unwound safe haven positions following signs of easing trade tensions. Treasury yields and the
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Trump–Xi Summit Delivers Symbolic Truce, But Uncertainty Lingers Global markets turned cautious on Thursday as investors dissected President Donald Trump’s remarks following his long awaited meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Trump described the discussion as “amazing” and announced an immediate reduction of fentanyl related tariffs from 20% to 10%, signaling a modest step toward
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Dollar Firms as Investors Eye Central Bank Shifts The U.S. dollar edged higher on Wednesday, snapping a two day losing streak as traders positioned cautiously ahead of the Federal Reserve’s much anticipated policy announcement. Expectations have solidified around a quarter point rate cut, but uncertainty remains over how the Fed will guide markets on the
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Traders Await Central Bank Cues Amid Policy Uncertainty Global markets entered Tuesday’s session on alert as investors positioned for a crucial week of monetary policy announcements from the world’s leading central banks. All eyes are on the Federal Reserve for clearer guidance on the trajectory of U.S. rate cuts, with traders eager to gauge how
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Improved Tone in U.S. – China Relations Supports Risk Appetite Global markets opened the week with a firmer footing as signs of easing geopolitical strain between Washington and Beijing lifted regional equity benchmarks and U.S. index futures. The shift in tone followed constructive remarks from senior trade negotiators over the weekend, indicating both sides are
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Oil Eases as Traders Await Key U.S. Inflation Figures Oil prices slipped on Friday as markets positioned ahead of a closely watched U.S. inflation release. With investors seeking clarity on the Federal Reserve’s policy direction, energy markets saw modest profit taking following recent volatility across commodities. The U.S. dollar inched higher, adding mild pressure to
Gold Slips for Third Straight Session as Market Sentiment Shifts Gold extended its decline on Thursday, edging closer to the $4,000 mark and marking its third consecutive day of losses. The pullback underscores growing investor caution as risk appetite tentatively returns to global markets. After weeks of haven driven flows, traders are reassessing exposure amid easing volatility