Dollar remains on the soft side today, although losses are so far limited. Currency market activity is subdued as traders remain cautious ahead of the upcoming FOMC rate decision. While no policy changes are expected from the Fed tomorrow, markets are watching closely for any forward guidance. Notably, expectations for a June rate cut have […]
The currency markets remain subdued in early trading this week, with the exception of a broad, mild Dollar weakness. Among the major currencies, movements have been muted despite notable developments. Swiss inflation falling back to 0% has increased pressure on the SNB to cut rates further to avoid deflation, but the Swiss Franc showed little
Gold price rallies more than 2% on Monday with nervousness towards the Fed interest-rate decision. Geopolitical risks coming from Trump and Israel are pushing investors back into Gold. The Greenback is losing its status as safe haven in favor of Bullion. Gold (XAU/USD) rises by more than 2% on Monday to $3,317 at the time
Yen weakness remains the dominant theme in an otherwise range-bound forex market today. While all other major pairs and crosses are contained within yesterday’s trading range, the Japanese currency continues to lose ground as traders react to BoJ’s dovish tone. Governor Kazuo Ueda attempted to soften the impact of the downgraded growth outlook and emphasized
Gold snaps two-day losing streak, gaining 1.5% on fresh trade war fears. Trump softens tariff talk, but China denies negotiations and demands full rollback. Fed rate cut bets rise as yields drop and economic uncertainty builds. Gold price snapped two days of losses on Thursday and rose $50, or more than 1.50%, amid renewed concerns
Markets are treading water in the Asian session today, with most asset classes trading mixed and within familiar ranges. While US equities closed higher overnight, much of the early gains were pared back, signaling the fragility of the current risk-on mood. The price action reflects what is often seen during a relief rally—short-lived optimism that
Gold price rebounds from the Asian session trough as the USD stalls its recovery from a multi-year low. The weakening investors’ confidence in the US economy and Fed rate cut bets weigh on the Greenback. The optimism over easing US-China tensions remains supportive of the risk-on impulse and caps the XAU/USD pair. Gold price (XAU/USD)
The broad selloff in US assets resumed overnight as market confidence took another blow from escalating political pressure on Fed. Major US stock indexes ended the session deep in the red, while 10-year Treasury yields surged back above 4.4%. The Dollar Index also plunged to a fresh three-year low, continuing its dramatic collapse. The key
Gold prices rose in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, according to data compiled by FXStreet. The price for Gold stood at 420.26 Saudi Riyals (SAR) per gram, up compared with the SAR 413.08 it cost on Monday. The price for Gold increased to SAR 4,902.14 per tola from SAR 4,818.14 per tola a day earlier. Unit
Gold hits fresh all-time high as Trump attacks Powell, calling him “a major loser” for delaying rate cuts. DXY plunges to 97.92 as Fed independence is questioned and stagflation risks remain in focus. Traders brace for key Fed speeches this week from Jefferson, Harker, and Kashkari amid growing policy uncertainty. Gold price begins the week
Dollar weakened broadly in thin holiday trading today, dragged down by mounting concerns over the independence of the Federal Reserve. Investor anxiety escalated after White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett indicated that US President Donald Trump is continuing to explore whether he can remove Fed Chair Jerome Powell. While the legal basis for such a
Gold prices rose in United Arab Emirates on Monday, according to data compiled by FXStreet. The price for Gold stood at 398.67 United Arab Emirates Dirhams (AED) per gram, up compared with the AED 392.97 it cost on Friday. The price for Gold increased to AED 4,649.99 per tola from AED 4,583.58 per tola on
Gold rallies $90 this week as the US Dollar weakens amid rising trade tensions and geopolitical risks. Fed’s Daly says policy is still restrictive; neutral rate may be rising, echoing Powell’s hawkish tone. Traders focus on key US data next week: Flash PMIs, Durable Goods, and final Consumer Sentiment. Gold prices are set to end
Gold price edges lower in Friday’s Asian session, pressured by profit-taking. Mounting uncertainty about tariffs and recession fears could boost the safe-haven flows, supporting the Gold price. Fed’s Daly is set to speak later on Friday. The Gold price (XAU/USD) holds steady on Friday after retreating from an all-time high of $3,358 as investors book
Gold pulls back from $3,357 all-time high as Powell warns Fed’s goals may conflict, raising stagflation concerns. Market mixed: Dow dips on UnitedHealth crash while other indices see modest gains. Trump signals trade progress with EU and China; ECB cuts rates 25 bps, widening global policy divergence. Gold retreated on Thursday ahead of the Good
Risk sentiment turned a bit subdued in Asia today. Markets are broadly soft, continuing to digest the sharp tariff-driven selloff seen earlier this month. Even China’s stronger-than-expected Q1 data, including a 5.4% GDP growth print and robust industrial and retail figures, failed to provide much lift. Market participants appear skeptical, viewing the numbers as a
The brief moment of optimism following the US tariff truce has quickly faded, as financial markets buckle again under renewed pressure. US stocks closed sharply lower overnight, wiping out a large portion of Wednesday’s historic rebound. The risk-off tone spilled into Asia, though unevenly—Japan saw steep losses, Singapore posted moderate declines, while Hong Kong and
