VT Markets APP

    Trade CFDs on FX, Gold and more

    Get

    Market Analysis

    4 July 2024
    Brazilian real rebounds with weakness hitting the US dollar 

    The Brazilian real strengthens as expectations of a dovish Fed policy rise. Learn about the market implications and key factors influencing the performance of BRL.

    4 July 2024
    New Zealand dollar rises on Fed rate cut speculation 

    The New Zealand dollar (NZD) appreciated to $0.611 against the US dollar (USD) as soft labor market data and weaker-than-expected services activity in the US fueled speculation about potential Federal Reserve rate cuts later in the year.

    4 July 2024
    Asian stocks reach 27-month high, dollar falls on rate cut speculation

    Key points Nikkei firms toward March top, S&P 500 futures steady. Markets, sterling calm as the UK heads to polls. Odds narrow on a September Fed cut after soft data. Asia stocks soared to a 27-month high on Thursday, driven …

    4 July 2024
    Dollar weakens after soft data, Yen still struggling

    The dollar faced pressure on Thursday following U.S. economic data that indicated slowing growth. Despite this, the yen remained weak, pinned near a 38-year low, prompting concerns about possible government intervention.

    3 July 2024
    Nasdaq composite hits record high with AI optimism and strong earnings prospects 

    Nasdaq composite reaches a record high driven by AI advancements. Markets focus on insights from the upcoming earnings season.

    3 July 2024
    USDSGD trading within a range; anticipates economic data release 

    The USDSGD currency pair is bound in a range on expectations of the US ISM services PMI and the non-farm payrolls report, scheduled for later today and Friday respectively.

    3 July 2024
    Japan’s Nikkei climbs as tech stocks follow US growth shares

    Japan’s Nikkei share average rose by 0.81% on Wednesday to reach 40,398.35 as of 0142 GMT, continuing the momentum from its 0.38% higher opening.

    3 July 2024
    Gold rises as dollar weakens; attention turns to U.S. Fed minutes

    Gold prices saw a modest rise on Wednesday, gaining 0.1% to $2,331.41 per ounce by 0026 GMT, while U.S. gold futures rose 0.3% to $2,340.50. This increase comes as the U.S. dollar weakened, making gold more affordable for holders of …

    2 July 2024
    Copper prices still on the lows with weak demand in China 

    Key Points:  Copper prices consolidate around $4.38 per pound with high production and weak demand.  The manufacturing PMI contraction in China signals potential economic slowdowns, dampening copper demand.  Short-term volatility in copper prices is expected due to the current economic …

    2 July 2024
    Oil prices hover at high with summer demand and rate cut hopes 

    Key points:  Brent crude oil rose to $86.80 per barrel, while WTI crude oil climbed to $83.51 per barrel.  Increased US travel demand for the Independence Day holiday and potential interest rate cuts are supporting prices.  Concerns over Hurricane Beryl …