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    13 August 2024
    Soybeans hit a four-year low amid record U.S. crop forecast

    Greater supply, when meeting a comparatively lower demand, typically leads to an expected drop in prices.

    12 August 2024
    Copper prices dip with fear of U.S. recession

    Copper prices fell as markets weighed ongoing economic uncertainties and awaited key demand outlook indicators. Copper dipped, reflecting cautious market sentiment.

    12 August 2024
    Gold prices hold steady ahead of key US inflation data 

    Gold prices remained stable as traders await crucial US inflation data this week, which could impact the Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest rate decision.

    12 August 2024
    Week ahead: Market recovery or temporary reprieve?

    The S&P 500 staged a dramatic comeback, posting its largest gain since 2022 with a 2.3% rise on Thursday. By the end of the week, the index had recovered over 4% from its Monday lows, and the VIX had settled …

    9 August 2024
    Rupee holds near record low despite positive Asian market cues

    Key Points Asian currencies gained 0.1%-0.2%, and equities rose following strong US jobless claims data, easing recession fears. Despite positive Asian cues, the Indian rupee remains among the worst performers this month, reflecting strong US dollar demand. The rupee’s divergence …

    9 August 2024
    NZDUSD holds gains as rate cut bets ease after positive employment data

    Key Points The unemployment rate of New Zealand increased, but less than expected, in the second quarter, which provided some relief to the market. Employment figures showed growth, and while annual wage inflation continued to slow for the fifth consecutive …

    8 August 2024
    Oil prices tick up on sharp fall in US crude oil inventories 

    Oil prices edged higher after a significant drop in US crude inventories, rebounding from multi-month lows. Learn more about the factors influencing the oil market.

    8 August 2024
    GBPUSD slides toward double bottom as BoE rate cut hits 

    GBPUSD forming potential double bottom after the rate cut decision from the BoE. Explore market impacts and short-term trading opportunities in the British pound.

    8 August 2024
    Gold edges up on improved Fed rate cut expectations and Mideast tensions

    Key points Spot gold increased by 0.3% to $2,387.37 per ounce. U.S. gold futures slipped 0.3% to $2,426.00 per ounce. Market sees a 72% chance of a 50 basis points rate cut in September. Spot gold prices rose 0.3% to …

    8 August 2024
    Soybeans climb on bargain-buying support; corn and wheat also gain

    Chicago soybeans gained 0.2%, reaching $10.20-1/4 a bushel as of 0025 GMT, marking their first rise in three sessions. Corn futures edged up by 0.1% to $4.01 a bushel, and wheat inched higher by 0.1% to $5.38-3/4 a bushel.