Commodities
Gold price ( XAU/USD) rises to a fresh all-time high near $4,555 during the early Asian session on Monday. The precious metal extends its upside amid safe-haven demand and expectations of a US interest rate cut.
Forex
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi may call an early general election, the head of her party's coalition partner said on Sunday, after Reuters reported that snap election could be held as early as February.
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Forex
AUD/USD trades lower on Friday, with the pair hovering around 0.6680 at the time of writing, down 0.23% on the day.
The December US jobs report confirms a continued slowdown in the labor market. Hiring fell short of expectations, job gains were concentrated in leisure and health care, and several key sectors saw employment declines. Despite weaker payroll growth, unemployment edged lower, leaving the Federal Reserve cautious as it weighs the outlook for interest rates and economic growth.
Commodities
Metals Market Update: The Supreme Court delays its tariff ruling to Jan 19th, triggering a relief rally. Gold breaks $4,500 and Silver nears $80, but the "crowded" long trade poses risks. We analyze the Bull/Bear tariff scenarios and intraday technicals for Gold (XAU) and Palladium (XPD).
Forex
The Japanese Yen (JPY) extends its losses against the US Dollar (USD) on Friday, with USD/JPY pushing higher for a fourth straight day as the Greenback builds on its recent advance following the latest batch of US economic releases.
Forex
EUR/GBP trades around 0.8670 on Friday at the time of writing, virtually unchanged on the day, after failing to establish itself above 0.8690 on Thursday.
Commodities
Oil markets have largely ignored Venezuela’s political transition, as structural constraints prevent any rapid increase in supply. Production capacity is limited, infrastructure is degraded, and investment economics remain unattractive at current prices. While Venezuela’s vast reserves may matter in the 2030s if prices rise and politics stabilize, they pose little risk to global oil balances in the near term.
