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    15 August 2024
    Gold prices flat as rate cut hopes dim on US inflation data 

    Gold prices steady as US inflation data dampens hopes for a larger Fed rate cut. Explore the implications for gold traders and upcoming economic indicators.

    15 August 2024
    Nikkei rises on strong economic growth and positive U.S. signals

    Japan’s Nikkei index showed a strong performance on Thursday, rising by 1% to reach 36,808.75 by midday. This positive movement was largely driven by new data showing that Japan’s economy grew faster than expected in the second quarter, with an …

    15 August 2024
    Wheat prices surge as the Russian attack on Ukraine raises supply concerns 

    Wheat prices surged nearly 2% after Russia’s missile strike on Ukraine’s Odesa port, with further support from lower wheat output in France. Explore market implications and short-term trader insights.

    15 August 2024
    Australian dollar gets jobs boost, Kiwi feels rate pain

    The Australian dollar (AUD) experienced a modest uplift on Thursday, touching $0.6609, following an unexpected surge in employment figures. The 58,200 jobs added in July far surpassed market forecasts of a 20,000 gain, indicating a resilient labour market despite broader …

    14 August 2024
    Google may break up as the US DOJ weighs options 

    Explore the potential market impacts of a potential Google breakup as the DOJ considers divesting key assets like Android and Chrome.

    14 August 2024
    S&P 500 quiets as market awaits CPI report 

    The US stock market showed little movement as investors prepared for the release of the July Consumer Price Index (CPI) report.

    14 August 2024
    Indian rupee set to strengthen as confidence in Fed rate cuts grows

    The Indian rupee is set to open on a stronger note on Wednesday, buoyed by rising confidence that the Federal Reserve will implement a series of rate cuts this year.

    14 August 2024
    Dollar eases on weak U.S. inflation data; kiwi plummets following rate cut

    The U.S. dollar started Wednesday on shaky ground after tumbling overnight against major currencies, driven by a surprisingly benign reading on U.S. producer prices. This report has amplified expectations that the Federal Reserve might lean towards rate cuts later this …

    13 August 2024
    Nikkei rises as Japanese yen stabilises, with tech shares leading gains

    The Nikkei 225 index (Symbol: Nikkei225) jumped as traders returned from the Obon holiday, driven by a more stable yen and strong gains in tech stocks.

    13 August 2024
    Oil prices pull back as OPEC cuts 2024 demand forecast 

    Oil prices retreated and broke a five-day winning streak as the market’s focus shifted back to demand concerns.