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Brent Crude - Oil Prices Rise as OPEC + Extend Output Cuts

OPEC+ extends oil production cuts, boosting Brent Crude prices above $75 per barrel. OPEC Secretary General expresses optimism about oil demand despite challenges. US Presidential election and potential geopolitical tensions add to market volatility. Technical analysis suggests Brent Crude faces resistance at $76.35, with support around $72.39.

04-11-2024 19:21 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Weekly Outlook - US Elections and Central Banks Lead the Way

Global markets experienced a mixed week, influenced by geopolitical risks and US jobs data revisions. The week ahead focuses on China's Standing Committee meeting, the US election and Central Bank Meetings. Wall Street indexes struggled, potentially due to high valuations and AI capital spend. Read More: GBP/USD Technical: Trendline Break Sets the Stage for Further Downside Week in Review: US Jobs Revised Downward After Positive GDP A mixed week comes to a close as markets deal with renewed geo

01-11-2024 12:27 GMT by Zain Vawda

Gold (XAU/USD) Price Reclaims $2750/oz Amid Record $3 Billion Inflows into Gold Funds

Gold prices surge past $2750 per ounce on record inflows into gold funds. Gold ETFs saw a massive $3 billion investment last week, the second-largest increase ever. Year-to-date gains for gold are at 33%, setting the stage for its best year since 1979. Despite a strong US dollar, gold's rally remains unfazed, with safe-haven appeal outweighing dollar strength amid rising global uncertainties.

29-10-2024 07:25 GMT by Zain Vawda

Brent Crude - Oil Prices Open $4 Lower After Limited Israeli Response, Where to Next?

Brent Crude oil prices opened lower due to renewed ceasefire hopes after a limited Israeli retaliatory attack on Iran. The attack didn't target energy infrastructure, leading to a drop in geopolitical risk premium. CitiGroup lowered its Brent price target for the next three months to $70 a barrel.

28-10-2024 07:18 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Weekly Outlook - ‘Magnificent 7’ Earnings, BoJ Meeting and US Jobs Data

Markets are in a holding pattern as investors weigh risks and uncertainties ahead of a busy week filled with key events. The US election is drawing closer, and markets may react to the possibility of a Trump victory, which could lead to a rise in the US Dollar and inflation expectations. The Bank of Japan (BoJ) meeting is a highlight in Asia, with market expectations leaning towards no rate hike. In the UK, the first budget by the Labor Party under Chancellor Rachel Reeves is highly anticipat

25-10-2024 12:43 GMT by Zain Vawda

Gold (XAU/USD), Silver (XAG/USD) Print Fresh Highs as the DXY Eyes 105.00

Gold and Silver prices reach new highs amidst a rising US Dollar, driven by global uncertainties and a potential Trump Presidency. Silver's demand/supply dynamics bode well for further gains. The US Dollar Index (DXY) strengthens due to positive economic data and fading rate cut expectations, with a potential rise to 105.00.

23-10-2024 07:03 GMT by Zain Vawda

Brent Crude - Oil Rises on China Rate Cuts but Middle East Uncertainty Lingers

Oil prices rose due to Chinese rate cuts and Middle East uncertainty. The IMF downgraded its global growth forecast to 3.2%. Technically, Further upside is possible if conditions remain consistent. Geopolitics remains key. Most Read: USD/CHF Technical Outlook: Pullback Before Continuation? Oil prices are enjoying a mini renaissance to start the week thanks to Chinese rate cuts and the ongoing and ever changing situation in the Middle East.

22-10-2024 10:40 GMT by Zain Vawda

Gold Technical: Bullish acceleration in progress reinforced by “Trump Trade”

Republican president nominee Donald Trump prospect of winning the White House has increased in the past week based on data from betting markets. Resurgence of “Trump Trade” narrative has triggered a positive feedback loop into Gold (XAU/USD). An increase in tail-risk hedging activities also led to higher demand for Gold (XAU/USD). Watch the US$2,590 key medium-term support on Gold (XAU/USD)

22-10-2024 04:08 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Markets Weekly Outlook - PMI Data and IMF Meeting Dominate the Agenda

Global markets are reacting to shifts in central bank policies, with the US dollar strengthening and rate cut expectations changing. The upcoming week will be busy with the IMF meeting, PMI data releases, central bank announcements, and US earnings reports. The US Dollar Index is in focus as technical factors may play a more significant role in its movement amidst a lighter data week.

18-10-2024 14:13 GMT by Zain Vawda

Gold (XAU/USD) Price Smashes Through $2700/oz - Further Gains Ahead?

Gold prices surged past $2700/oz fueled by expectations of global rate cuts and escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The London Bullion Market Association's bullish prediction of $2941/oz gold price in 12 months. Technically, gold is overbought, but the threat of an Israeli strike on Iran could limit downside risks. Most Read: S&P 500, Nasdaq 100 – Wall Street Indexes Rise as TSMC Leads Chip Stock Rally, Where to Next?

18-10-2024 09:29 GMT by Zain Vawda

Brent Crude - OPEC + Cuts Forecasts Again as Chinese Imports Fall, Brent Holds Above $78/Barrel

Brent oil prices have recovered to $78.30 despite OPEC+ downgrading demand growth forecasts and falling Chinese imports. China's oil imports fell for the fifth consecutive month in September stoking demand fears. OPEC+ revised its global oil demand growth forecast for 2024 downwards for the third time. Most Read: Gold (XAU/USD) Price Outlook: China Sends Mixed Signals Keeping Gold Prices Steady

14-10-2024 11:26 GMT by Zain Vawda

Gold (XAU/USD) Price Outlook: China Sends Mixed Signals Keeping Gold Prices Steady

Gold prices remain steady despite weak Chinese data, Risk-Off Start to the week. Market uncertainty and geopolitical tensions are supporting gold's safe-haven appeal. Key support and resistance levels to watch are identified. Most Read: Markets Weekly Outlook – ECB to Deliver 25 bps Rate Cut? Bank Earnings in Focus Gold prices held steady this morning as weak Chinese data renewed market concerns and led to a risk-off start to the week.

14-10-2024 07:06 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Weekly Outlook - ECB to Deliver 25 bps Rate Cut? Bank Earnings in Focus

Market expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut decreased following mixed US data signals. The European Central Bank's interest rate decision is a key event, with a 25 bps cut highly anticipated. The week ahead features CPI releases from several countries, including China and New Zealand, while US earnings season gathers pace with major banks reporting. Can the S&P 500 rally continue? Technical breakdown provided.

11-10-2024 13:34 GMT by Zain Vawda

Gold (XAU/USD) Prices Hold Above $2600/oz.. Will US CPI Lead a Recovery in Price?

Gold prices are consolidating above $2600/oz, supported by uncertainty in the Middle East. Upcoming US CPI data will impact gold prices, with a softer print potentially boosting gold and a higher print strengthening the USD. Technically, gold is rangebound, with immediate resistance at 2624 and support at 2600. The geopolitical situation and CPI data will likely provide short-term clarity.

10-10-2024 08:23 GMT by Zain Vawda

Gold (XAU/USD) Heads Toward $2600/oz Ahead of FOMC Minutes and US CPI

Gold prices fell in the US session after a positive European session, influenced by renewed US Dollar strength and concerns about China's economic slowdown. Despite the pullback, ETF demand for gold remains strong, and geopolitical risks in the Middle East persist, suggesting buying pressure remains. From a technical analysis perspective, gold has broken out of a recent range, and further support and resistance levels are identified.

08-10-2024 13:31 GMT by Zain Vawda

Brent Crude - Oil Eyes $80 a Barrel as Geopolitical Concerns Linger, Libya Production Returns

Oil prices are rising due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly the potential for an Israeli attack on Iranian oil facilities. Despite increased Libyan oil production, prices continue to climb, indicating market sensitivity to potential supply disruptions. Experts predict that Brent crude could reach $90 or even $100 per barrel if Iranian oil exports are disrupted.

07-10-2024 10:45 GMT by Zain Vawda

Markets Weekly Outlook - Jobs Report May Lead to Cautious Fed, US CPI Next

Strong US jobs report shifts Fed rate cut expectations from 50 bps to 25 bps. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East drive up oil prices and safe-haven assets. Upcoming US inflation data and RBNZ rate decision in focus for the week ahead. Oil prices surge on Middle East tensions, with key support and resistance levels identified.

04-10-2024 16:26 GMT by Zain Vawda

NFP Preview - US Jobs Report and Potential Impact on the S&P 500

US Non-Farm Payroll (NFP) data release is highly anticipated amidst shifting expectations of a Fed rate cut. Market predictions for the NFP report vary, with analysts split on expected figures. S&P 500 technical analysis reveals a bullish triangle pattern, will the bulls finish the week strong?

04-10-2024 05:54 GMT by Zain Vawda

WTI Oil: Rising geopolitical risk premiums and China stimulus may have created a medium-term floor at US$67.55-65.70/barrel

The recent sell-off of 18% in WTI crude oil since August has stalled. An increase in hostilities in the Middle East and impending fiscal stimulus measures from China are likely to trigger a medium-term trend change in oil prices. Technical factors suggest a further potential rebound in WTI crude oil towards the next medium-term resistance zone at US$78.30/80.30. This is a follow-up analysis of our prior report “WTI Oil: At the risk of a further drop to retest major range support of US$73.15-71.

03-10-2024 07:54 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Brent Crude - Oil Slides 2% in European Trade Before a Recovery, OPEC+ Meeting Next

Oil prices fell by 2.4% in early European trade, possibly due to demand concerns and rebalancing. Concerns about China's economic recovery and the possibility of increased Libyan oil production are also weighing on oil prices. From a technical perspective, the H4 chart showing RSI divergence. Higher prices ahead?

01-10-2024 08:28 GMT by Zain Vawda

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