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Gold Slips as Risk Sentiment Improves, But Caution Persists
Fundamental Analysis *Gold prices edged lower from record highs as investors shifted back into risk assets, leading to profit-taking in safe havens. The recent rally, fueled by geopolitical tensions and global trade concerns, took a breather amid a rebound in equity markets. Still, unresolved issues such as ongoing U.S.-China trade negotiations and growing speculation aroundContinue Reading
Gold Break Records Amid Trade Tensions, IMF to Downgrade Forecasts
Fundamental Analysis *Gold has hit successive record highs this year as the trade conflict continues to unsettle global markets, diminishing appetite for risk assets and driving a rush to safe-haven assets. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is expected to lower its global growth outlook in its new projections later this week, though they do notContinue Reading
Markets Return: Key Data to Watch After Good Friday Break
Weekly Market PreviewAfter a long weekend following the Good Friday holidays, market volatility is likely to return. Investors are heading into the final full week of April with renewed focus on U.S. growth indicators, digesting a slew of key data spanning manufacturing, services, housing, and labor markets—all pivotal to shaping the Fed’s evolving policy stance.Continue Reading
EUR/USD Eyes Breakout as ECB Cuts Rates, Trade Optimism Lifts Sentiment
Fundamental Analysis *The European Central Bank cut its deposit rate by 25 basis points to 2.25%—its seventh reduction since last June—citing global trade tensions as a key threat to Eurozone growth. The euro held steady following the move, as markets had already priced in the rate cut. Sentiment received a modest boost from growing optimismContinue Reading
Gold Surges to Record-High, Stagflation Concerns Persist
Fundamental Analysis *Gold hit a new record high as investors grew increasingly concerned over the deepening U.S.-China trade war. Tensions escalated after President Trump imposed a 145% tariff on Chinese goods, with exemptions for smartphones. In response, China announced 125% tariffs on U.S. products. The White House further noted that combined tariffs on some ChineseContinue Reading
