Gold Hits New Multi-Week Low, Awaits 50-Day SMA Test Before Fed Verdict
Gold Hits New Multi-Week Low, Awaits 50-Day SMA Test Before Fed Verdict Gold prices have dipped to a multi-week nadir as the market braces for the upcoming Federal Reserve decision. For the fourth consecutive day, the precious metal traded lower, touching levels near $1,974 per ounce during the European trading session. This downward trajectory aligns with recent U.S. economic data, which indicated an unexpected rise in consumer prices in November, defying anticipations and potentially altering […]
New Zealand Government Strips Employment Focus from Central Bank’s Role
New Zealand Government Strips Employment Focus from Central Bank’s Role In a landmark legislative move, New Zealand’s newly formed coalition government has overhauled the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s (RBNZ) guiding mandate. The legislation, enacted on Wednesday, narrows the focus of the central bank to primarily ensure price stability, stepping away from its previous dual mandate that also included the promotion of employment. Finance Minister Nicola Willis spearheaded the amendment to the Remit of the […]
Dow, S&P Hit Peak Since Jan ’22 as Stocks Rally Before Fed
Dow, S&P Hit Peak Since Jan ’22 as Stocks Rally Before Fed On Tuesday, U.S. stock markets demonstrated a robust performance, with major indices climbing to their highest points since the early days of 2023. This market buoyancy comes as investors digest a pivotal inflation report ahead of the Federal Reserve’s year-end policy meeting. The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged, closing up by approximately half a percent. This increase, amounting to over 150 points, marked […]