Dollar's Steep Weekly Drop, Fed Rate Cut Bets in Focus
The Bloomberg Dollar Index fell 0.8% this week, its worst since June. Traders await key US jobs and inflation data in January to gauge the Federal Reserve's next interest rate moves. Read more.
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Silver & Gold Hit Record Highs, Precious Metals Rally
Silver breaches $77, gold surpasses $4,549 as Fed rate cut hopes & geopolitical tensions fuel historic rally. All precious metals post strong weekly gains. Read analysis.
Gold Soars Past $4,540, Silver Tops $74 in Safe-Haven Rally
Gold surged 1% to $4,541/oz and silver jumped over 4% to $74.90/oz as investors sought safety. US stocks traded mixed in thin volumes post-Christmas. Get full market insights.
Gold, Silver Scale Lifetime Highs on Rate Cut Hopes, Tensions
Gold and silver prices surged to historic highs on MCX. Gold futures hit ₹1,39,216/10g, silver jumped 4% to ₹2,32,741/kg. Analysts cite US rate cut expectations and geopolitical risks. Read for expert outlook.
Nifty Metal up 24% in 2025, but analysts see correction ahead
Nifty Metal index delivers over 24% returns in 2025, trailing only PSU Bank. Hindustan Copper leads with 55.6% surge. Analysts debate if the rally driven by Fed rate cuts and China demand can last. Read for expert views and technical outlook.
S&P 500 Hits Record High, Investors Bet on Fed Rate Cuts
The S&P 500 surged to a record intraday high of 6,921 points in a shortened Christmas Eve session. Investors are betting on Fed rate cuts in 2025 after mixed economic data. Read the full analysis.
US Mortgage Rate Dips to 6.18%, Market Stays Tight
US 30-year fixed mortgage rate falls slightly to 6.18%, offering limited relief. Housing market sees more listings but affordability is a key hurdle for first-time buyers. Details here.
EM currencies climb to near two-month high
Emerging market currencies and stocks rose 0.4% each, reaching levels last seen in late October, buoyed by a softer dollar and local policy cues amid thin holiday trading. Key moves seen in South Korea, Israel, Turkey, China, and Vietnam.
US Economy Grows 4.9% in Q3, Strongest Since 2021
The US economy expanded at a robust 4.9% annual rate in Q3 2023, fueled by strong consumer spending. This growth defies earlier recession predictions. Read the full analysis.
Bond Market 2026 Outlook: Fed Independence, Inflation Key
Bond market braces for 2026 with focus on Fed chair nomination, inflation trends, and Treasury yields. Strategists predict range-bound movement barring major shocks. Key insights from Pimco, Morgan Stanley.
Asian stocks gain, gold hits record high on US rate cut hopes
Asian equity markets traded higher, led by tech shares, while gold and silver surged to fresh records. The rally was fueled by expectations of US interest rate cuts and easing AI concerns. Get the full market analysis.
Fed's Miran: No rate cuts could trigger US recession
Federal Reserve member Stephen Miran cautions that failing to lower interest rates heightens the risk of a US recession. Get the latest updates on the US economy and monetary policy.
AI, Fed Rate Cuts: Key Year-End Market Factors
US stocks face year-end turbulence despite strong 2025 outlook. AI spending scrutiny and Fed's rate cut path in 2026 are key factors. S&P 500 set for double-digit gains. Read more.
US Fed Official Sees No Urgency for More Rate Cuts Now
New York Fed President John Williams says recent US inflation data may be distorted due to the government shutdown, impacting CPI readings. He sees current policy as appropriate. Read more.
Gold Falls on Dollar Strength, Silver Recovers Sharply
Gold prices fell for a second day on December 19, pressured by a rising US dollar. However, the metal is set for a weekly gain on Fed rate cut bets. Silver staged a sharp recovery. Read the full analysis and outlook.
European Shares Muted, STOXX 600 Down 0.1%
European shares traded flat on Friday, with tech and consumer stocks falling while banks gained. The STOXX 600 index dipped 0.1% but is set for a strong weekly finish. Read the full analysis.
Asian Markets Fall as Tech, AI Spending Concerns Mount
Asian stocks declined sharply, mirroring Wall Street losses. Concerns over tech valuations, AI spending, and a potential Fed pause on rate cuts spook investors. Key US inflation data awaited.
Trump Promises Major Rate Cuts, Hints at New Fed Chair Soon
Donald Trump says the next Fed Chair will slash interest rates significantly, hints at an announcement soon, and criticizes Jerome Powell's performance. Read the latest on US monetary policy.
US Jobless Rate Climbs to 4.6% in November
US unemployment rate rises to 4.6% in November, a four-year high, signalling labour market weakness. Mixed data fuels Fed rate cut speculation. Read more for analysis.
Fed's Limited Power Over Long-Term Bond Yields
The US Federal Reserve faces a tough challenge: it can cut short-term rates, but long-term bond yields remain stubbornly high. Discover the factors driving this trend and the risks of intervention. Read more.
Asia Shares Mixed, Oil Jumps on US Venezuela Move
Asian markets traded mixed Wednesday. Tech stocks boosted some indices, but oil surged over 1% after Trump's Venezuela tanker blockade. Nikkei fell, Kospi rose. Read full analysis.
Trump's Fed Chair Search Narrows, Decision by January
President Trump's search for the next Federal Reserve chair extends into January. Candidates Kevin Hassett and Kevin Warsh lead, with focus on rate cuts and Fed independence. Key details inside.
Wall Street Flat on Mixed Economic Signals, AI Stocks Mixed
US markets showed minimal movement as mixed jobs and retail data clouded the Fed's rate path. AI stocks had a split session, while investors await key inflation reports. Read the full analysis.
US Job Cuts Spike, Unemployment at 4.6% Post-Shutdown
US unemployment rate climbs to 4.6% in November, the highest since 2021, amid federal job cuts and economic uncertainty. Key insights on Fed rates and hiring trends.
Trump's Fed Chair Decision in Jan: Hassett, Warsh Lead
US President Donald Trump will announce his choice for the next Federal Reserve chair in early January, with Kevin Hassett and Kevin Warsh as top contenders. Get the latest details on the selection process and its implications.
Asian Markets Fall on US Data Fears, Tech Bubble Concerns
Asian stock markets fell sharply, mirroring Wall Street losses. Investors await key US jobs and inflation data, crucial for Fed's 2026 rate plans. Bitcoin dropped, gold surged. Read the full analysis.
Gold Rises, Silver Holds Near Record on Fed Outlook
Gold prices edge higher amid expectations of a January Fed rate cut. Silver dips but stays close to its record high. Key US jobs data awaited for further policy clues.
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Markets Cautious Ahead of Key US Economic Data
US stocks opened higher as investors await crucial jobs and inflation reports. Asian markets fell, while Europe gained. Key data this week will shape Fed rate expectations.
US Inflation Data Bolsters Case for December Fed Rate Cut
The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation measure showed muted price pressures in September, strengthening the case for an interest rate cut in December. Explore the data and its implications for the US and global economy.
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