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Gold climbs above $2700 and nears the mid-November high
Gold is now up $16 on the day to $2710, which is the highest since November 24. It's also the third day of gains since the PBOC revealed it had resumed buying gold reserves for the first time in six months. Gold is now up $75 since the news of the resumption of...
Tech sector and semiconductors shine, healthcare struggles in today’s market mix
Stock heatmap by FinViz.com Wed, 11 Dec 2024 14:46:12 GMT📈 Technology and Semiconductor Surge: A Market OverviewToday's market paints a mixed picture with standout performances in the technology and semiconductor sectors. Broadcom (AVGO) leads the pack with an...
Bank of Canada interest rate statement and press conference opening statement
Below is the full text of the Bank of Canada interest rate statement:The Bank of Canada today reduced its target for the overnight rate to 3¼%, with the Bank Rate at 3¾% and the deposit rate at 3¼%. The Bank is continuing its policy of balance sheet normalization.The...
Bank of Canada rate decision: 50 basis point rate cut
Bank of Canada overnight ratePrior rate was 3.75% after 50 bps on October 23This is the fifth consecutive rate cutEconomists widely expected a 50 basis point rate cutThe market was pricing in a 90% chance of a rate cutPrior statement said " If the economy evolves...
US stocks open higher led by the NASDAQ index
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Bank of Canada interest rate decision ahead. What to look for technically.
The Bank of Canada interest rate decision will be announced at 9:45 AM with the expectations of a 50 basis point cut in rates.Adam outlines the fundamental view in his post here: In my video below, I analyze the key technical levels influencing the USDCAD rate...
Backpack Exchange and Wallet to Integrate Sui
Backpack, a leading exchange and wallet known for its seamless user experience and versatility across multiple asset classes, will integrate with Sui, the Layer 1 blockchain delivering unparalleled scalability and speed.Backpack Exchange currently serves users from...
US equity futures point to a strong start, led by small caps
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The USD moved lower and backed off after CPI. Stocks a bit higher.
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US November CPI 2.7% y/y versus 2.7% expected
US CPI y/yHeadline CPI:Prior was +2.7% y/ym/m reading at +0.3% vs +0.3% expectedMonth-over-month unrounded 0.3130% vs 0.2441% priorCore measures:Core CPI 3.3% vs +3.3% expectedCore CPI m/m +0.3% vs +0.3% expectedCore unrounded +0.308% vs +0.2800% m/m priorReal weekly...
Big day on the docket: US CPI coming up and the Bank of Canada could cut by 50 bps
The main events of the week for both the US and Canada are coming up today.First is the US CPI report at 8:30 am ET (1330 GMT) and it comes with the market pricing in an 85% chance of a Fed cut next week and 82 bps in easing in 2025. I wrote a full preview of the...
Kickstart the trading day with a technical look at 3 major currency pairs
As the North American session begins, the US indices in pre-market are modestly higher led by the Nasdaq.Dow up 7 piointS&P up 8.59 pointsNasdaq up 43 pointsYesterday, the indices all fell. US yields are higher for the 3rd day in a row:2 year 4.169%, up 2.1 bps5...
How to Choose a Trading Platform as a Broker in 2025
The financial brokerage industry has seen remarkable changes, opening doors for smaller players to challenge the big names in the market. But with growth comes steep competition. To stand out, brokers must leverage advanced trading platforms. This guide is designed to...
US November CPI data due imminently – ranges of estimates (& why they’re crucial to know)
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OPEC once again makes cuts to its 2024 and 2025 oil demand growth forecasts
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ForexLive European FX news wrap: Dollar gains as China looks to reignite currency wars
Headlines:Markets:USD and CAD lead, JPY lags on the dayEuropean equities mixed; S&P 500 futures up 0.1%US 10-year yields up 2.5 bps to 4.245%Gold up 0.1% to $2,695.83WTI crude up 1.5% to $69.59Bitcoin up 1.5% to $98,395The dollar was an indirect beneficiary in...
Uncover a Unique Buy-the-Dip Strategy for AMD Stock Investors
Key DisclaimersThis is not a price projection:The price might not necessarily reach our defined buy zone. This plan outlines a structured approach for buy-and-hold investors if the price does get there.Trade at your own risk:This plan provides a framework and should...
Gold’s Road to $3,000: Expert Analysis by Octa Broker
Gold has been valued for its stability when the financial fires are raging. That stable nature was underscored in 2024 when its price shot upward, gaining over $700 per ounce. This amounted to a 34% increase since January. The vibrant price increase has gotten traders...
US MBA mortgage applications w.e. 6 December +5.4% vs +2.8% prior
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