Gold surges on mixed US jobs data and FOMC minutes – FXStreet
Gold rose after Fed minutes signaled a possible slowdown in the rate cutting cycle. The U.S. dollar index continues to rise, while U.S. Treasury yields have retreated slightly from recent highs. Gold market watchers will be keeping an eye on the US non-farm payrolls report and consumer sentiment data. North American trading comes after the […]
US Dollar holds gains after FOMC minutes, labor market data – FXStreet
The Fed's hawkish monetary stance is contributing to higher U.S. Treasury yields and reinforcing the current strength of the dollar. Rumors that a national economic emergency may be declared have increased demand for safe havens, underscoring the appeal of greenbacks. The bullish mood is further amplified by strong labor market indicators, including a decline in […]
Gold (XAU) Silver (XAG) Daily Forecast: Can FOMC Minutes Trigger a Breakout Above $2,650 for Gold? – FX Empire
Silver Shows Resilience Amid Mixed Signals Silver price (XAG/USD) is holding near $30.03 with an intraday high of $30.1565, reflecting cautious optimism among traders. Like gold, silver faces headwinds from a strong dollar and rising yields, but its dual role as an industrial asset and safe-haven asset supports current price levels. The upcoming FOMC minutes […]
Gold price stays firm on Monday as market awaits FOMC meeting – FXStreet
Gold prices rose despite a slight rise in the US dollar following mixed PMI data. Investors are awaiting the Fed's rate decision and economic outlook, expecting a 25bps rate cut on Wednesday. Markets are speculating on the Fed's future monetary policy based on the possibility of inflationary pressure from Trump's policies. Gold prices rose slightly […]
Forex Today: CAD and MXN under pressure, USD recovers modestly ahead of FOMC Minutes – FXStreet
Here's what you need to know on Tuesday, November 26th. Following the bearish moves seen earlier in the week, the US dollar (USD) recovered modestly early on Tuesday. The US economic calendar includes September's home price index, October's new home sales statistics, and November's Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index. The US Federal Reserve will release […]
Forex Today: Hawkish FOMC Minutes lift US Dollar ahead of key inflation data – FXStreet
Here's what you need to know on Thursday, October 10th. After remaining relatively quiet since the beginning of the week, the US dollar (USD) gained bullish momentum during Wednesday's US trading session, with the USD index rising to its highest since mid-August around 103.00. The European Central Bank (ECB) will announce the results of its […]
Gold remains sluggish with FOMC Minutes taking centre stage – FXStreet
Gold prices fell further as expectations for a 50bps Fed rate cut faded and the US dollar became more attractive. Downside for gold prices is expected to be limited due to geopolitical tensions. Investors are awaiting FOMC minutes and September US inflation data. Gold prices (XAU/USD) are expected to remain tense as investors focus on […]
Japanese Yen drifts lower amid fading hopes for more BoJ rate hikes, ahead of FOMC minutes – FXStreet
The Japanese yen is attracting some sellers due to uncertainty surrounding the Bank of Japan's further interest rate hike. Hopes for a possible ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel further undermine the safe-haven Japanese yen. There are concerns that the intervention will limit USD/JPY as demand for the dollar weakens ahead of the FOMC meeting. The […]
GBP/USD hangs near multi-week low, below 1.3100 as traders await FOMC minutes – FXStreet
GBP/USD on Wednesday is attracting new sellers and is under pressure due to various factors. Sterling continues to be weighed down by dovish comments from Bank of England Governor Bailey last week. The reduction in bets on a big Fed rate cut is supporting the dollar and contributing to its decline. The GBP/USD pair is […]
US Dollar declines as market digests FOMC decision – FXStreet
The FOMC meeting ended with a 50 basis point cut in interest rates to a range of 4.75% to 5.00%. The dot plot suggests a gradual easing cycle implying three rate cuts in 2024. At a press conference, Chairman Powell stressed that the Fed is in no rush. The US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures […]