Investors are keenly watching for clues on potential interest rate hikes and early earnings reports this week. Following a strong second quarter, the market’s tech-driven rally has shown volatility. Key events include the Federal Reserve meeting minutes and earnings from Delta Air Lines and PepsiCo, which could signal the market’s next direction and the health...Read More

European stocks surged to record highs this week, with the STOXX 600 and Germany’s DAX hitting all-time peaks. Investors are betting against an imminent US rate hike, boosting cyclical stocks. Defence shares also climbed amid geopolitical tensions. Signs of easing inflation and a balanced economic outlook in the Eurozone are further supporting the rally, making...Read More

Asian and European stock markets surged Friday, buoyed by a rebound in tech shares and diminished expectations of imminent US interest rate hikes. A weaker-than-anticipated US jobs report eased concerns about aggressive Fed tightening, prompting a recovery in the yen and boosting global investor sentiment. This shift provided a welcome respite for markets, particularly in...Read More

Oil prices saw minimal change as peace talks between the U.S. and Iran offered hope for the Strait of Hormuz’s reopening. Despite recent skirmishes, a potential deal is expected to hold, boosting Middle Eastern supply. Gulf producers, including Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, are increasing output, leading to a near-term oil glut and a shift in...Read More

Gold prices surged on Friday, poised for a weekly gain after a disappointing U.S. jobs report significantly lowered expectations for an imminent Federal Reserve interest rate hike. This development makes non-yielding assets like gold more attractive. The U.S. dollar also weakened, further boosting gold’s appeal for international buyers. Central banks continue to be a key...Read More