The stock market today is characterized by high volatility and significant downward pressure. Global markets are reacting to a major escalation in geopolitical tensions and the resulting impact on energy prices and inflation. The 48-hour ultimatum issued by the U.S. regarding the Strait of Hormuz has markets on edge. Fears of a direct strike on […]
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GoldThe S&P 500 is still near its all-time high, the FTSE is well below its all-time high, Bitcoin has turned down and gold is in a raging bull market. Gold and Bitcoin are driven by similar factors yet their prices are diverging. Bitcoin is sensitive to the S&P 500 movements, they tend to move together
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FTSE 100, Gold, S&P 500U.S.–China trade tensions flared again on Friday. The U.S. has threatened 100% tariffs on Chinese goods in response to new export controls, and China has responded with countermeasures. That escalation spooked global markets, the Dow dropped nearly 900 points and the Nasdaq fell over 3.5%, wiping out about $2 trillion in market value. But today
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Crypto, FTSE 100, Gold, S&P 500Futures are pointing to modest gains amid anticipation for the Federal Reserve’s September meeting minutes (FOMC) release expected at 7pm. However, ongoing economic uncertainties from a prolonged government shutdown and sticky inflation are tempering enthusiasm, potentially leading to volatility as traders digest fresh Fed insights. This FOMC statement could highlight internal divisions on the pace
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Dollar, FTSE 100, Gold, S&P 500The U.S. government shutdown—now in its fifth day—has delayed key reports like Friday’s September jobs data, adding uncertainty. Markets have historically weathered short shutdowns well, but a prolonged one could weigh on sentiment if it impacts economic indicators. Investors are betting on a quick resolution, viewing it as temporary noise. Last week, stocks shrugged it
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GoldFollowing the Fed’s widely anticipated 25-basis-point rate cut yesterday, the first since December 2024, markets reacted with initial caution, as the S&P 500 closed slightly lower amid questions about the pace of future easing. The Fed’s “dot plot” projections indicated two additional cuts by year-end 2025, aligning with expectations but signalling a cautious approach due
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Crypto, FTSE 100, Gold, S&P 500Investor sentiment is bearish overall, with caution stemming from deteriorating labour market conditions, volatility in bond yields, and fiscal uncertainties. Weak U.S. employment data has bolstered bets for a Fed rate cut. The nonfarm payrolls report showed only 22,000 jobs added in August and an unemployment rate rising to 4.3%. Bond yields declined which is
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