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Week Ahead: Tactical Tensions And Diverging Long-Term Paths
While there are no shots fired, the US-China economic conflict continues to simmer. The latest flare-up in trade tensions, centred around technology restrictions and strategic materials, is once again rattling global markets. Investors are keeping a close watch as the United States and China re-enter a phase of economic brinkmanship. This latest chapter focuses on Continue Reading
S&P 500 Holds Ground As Market Awaits Nvidia Results
The S&P 500 hovered just under the 5930 level on Wednesday, trading sideways after bouncing back from a session low of 5855.05. Market participants remained cautious ahead of Nvidia’s eagerly awaited earnings release. A glance at the 15-minute chart reveals that price movements have narrowed into a tight band between 5922 and 5934, with momentum Continue Reading
What Are Safe-Haven Assets: Breaking Them Down
Why do gold and yen appreciate during economic unrest? This blog covers primary facts on safe-haven assets and when they’re not so ‘safe’.
Week Ahead: America At A Fiscal Crossroads
For decades, the United States borrowed freely, supported by global confidence in its Treasury bonds and the strength of the US dollar. However, that confidence is beginning to show cracks. With national debt exceeding $36 trillion and interest payments rising sharply, borrowing costs have moved from the sidelines to centre stage, prompting markets to take Continue Reading
Crude Oil Steadies As Market Evaluates Diplomatic Developments
Crude oil prices saw little movement on Tuesday, with July contracts for West Texas Intermediate (WTI) edging down to $61.97, while Brent futures for July hovered around $65.35. The market remains in a state of indecision, balancing between international diplomatic efforts, robust demand across Asia, and a somewhat unclear economic outlook from both China and Continue Reading
