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Gold prices dipped to $2664 following the release of the US nonfarm payroll report as the US yields and the Dollar Index surged on robust job data. However, the metal recovered quickly as the US yields and the Dollar Index eased slightly from their respective day’s highs. The metal traded between $2614 (January 6) and

The US markets last week were shaped by two dominant themes: uncertainty surrounding trade policies of the incoming US administration and the impact of robust US economic data. Initial market confusion, driven by ambiguous signals regarding tariffs, created significant volatility. However, this indecisiveness gave way to clarity as strong US data reaffirmed the resilience of

Gold February futures contracts at MCX opened flat with a negative bias today at Rs 77,440 per 10 gram, which is down by 0.12% or Rs 91 while silver March futures contracts were trading at Rs 90,840/kg, down by 0.04% or Rs 33. Gold prices have broadly traded flat in this week so far, having

Volatility soared across markets today as reports of emergency trade measures by President-elect Donald Trump overshadowed the day’s economic data. According to CNN, which cited four unnamed sources, Trump is weighing the option of declaring a national economic emergency to justify widespread tariffs on all trade partners, including allies and adversaries. The plan would rely

The latest poll in Canadian from Angus Reid has the governing Liberals at 16%, in a result that could leave them with as few as 5 seats in parliament. There have been a series of reports on various regional caucus revolts in the past few days and seems as though Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has

Oil prices rose on Friday, closing the week higher on the back of cold weather in Europe and the U.S. as well as additional economic stimulus flagged by China. Brent crude futures settled 58 cents, or 0.8%, higher at $76.51 a barrel, the highest level since Oct 14. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude settled 83

Dollar Index started the new year with a pronounced surge. Sterling, Euro, and Swiss Franc bore the brunt of this strength, reflecting the sluggish economic outlook in Europe and ongoing concerns about the impact of new US tariffs. Despite these gains, Dollar’s performance against other currencies, including Yen and commodity-linked peers, was more muted. Consolidations

Gold delivered one of its best performances in a decade in 2024 recording an annual growth of 26%, fuelled by central bank purchases, geopolitical tensions, and expectations of accommodative monetary policies by global central banks, including the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The yellow metal breached the Rs 80,000 per 10 gm mark this year,

The forex markets remain subdued as traders maintain a cautious stance ahead of the New Year. European major are notably weaker, with Swiss Franc leading the declines. Euro is also under pressure, while Sterling has shown resilience, managing to avoid sharper losses. Meanwhile, Yen has staged a modest recovery, supported by easing US and European

Gold February futures contracts at MCX opened flat on Friday at Rs 76,900 per 10 gram, which is up by 0.1% or Rs 73 while silver March futures contracts were trading higher at Rs 89,994/kg, up by 0.4% or Rs 358.Displaying some positive momentum, gold prices surged by Rs 250/10 grams in the last one

Euro is having a modest rebound as markets enter the final US session of the holiday week, supported by a notable rise in Germany’s 10-year benchmark yield. Investors dumped German bonds after President Frank-Walter Steinmeier dissolved the lower house of parliament, paving the way for snap elections on February 23. The move follows the collapse

With China, it’s always hard to tell. But the big question is, are things really different for China this time around as compared to all their promises over the last few years? They’ve definitely stepped up the rhetoric but I want to say that actions speak louder than words at the end of the day.

Oil prices stabilised on Monday after losses last week as lower-than-expected U.S. inflation data offset investors’ concerns about a supply surplus next year. Brent crude futures were down by 38 cents, or 0.52%, to $72.56 a barrel by 1300 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude futures were down 34 cents, or 0.49%, to $69.12 per

Dollar edged higher in subdued holiday trading, maintaining its recent  strength but staying within a narrow range below last week’s highs against major currencies. Markets largely brushed aside the disappointing US durable goods orders data, as the series is known for its volatility. Moreover, traders are prioritizing labor market and consumption trends, which Fed views

After a hawkish guidance for a 2025 rate cut by the US Fed, Gold February futures contracts at MCX opened lower by nearly 1% on Thursday at Rs 75,941 per 10 gram, which is down by Rs 712 while silver March futures contracts were trading at Rs 88,261/kg, down by 2.3% or Rs 2,119. On

Both Sterling and Japanese yen are among the weakest-performing currencies today, following their respective central banks meetings. BoE left rates unchanged at 4.75%, but the surprise came from a dovish shift in the MPC, with three members voting for a cut. While BoE reiterated that a “gradual approach” to easing remains appropriate, rising concerns over

Gold and silver prices slumped in the national capital on Friday, with the precious metal plummeting to below the Rs 80,000-mark due to heavy selling by jewellers and stockists, according to the All India Sarafa Association. Besides, a weak trend in the international markets weighed down heavily on the bullion prices, traders said. The precious

Dollar ended as the strongest performer last week, boosted by a surge in U.S. Treasury yields following persistent inflation data. Despite expectations of another 25bps rate cut at the upcoming FOMC meeting, stubborn price pressures are likely to slow the pace of policy easing next year. Adding to the caution, inflation uncertainties under the incoming