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Reaction To Jobs Report

Reaction To Jobs Report

A surprisingly strong jobs report has sent the market into a tizzy…. although my immediate impression is that the Fibonacci levels are going to provide support.  More By This Author:Pattern RecognitionDarling Instruments: A Short Idea Gaining MomentumBullish Opportunities: Three Stocks Near Key Price Gaps With Promising Patterns
Grain And Livestock Market Recap

Grain And Livestock Market Recap

Grain markets had a mixed day with corn and wheat higher while soybeans continued to struggle. Limit up in lean hogs gives us expanded limits tomorrow.More By This Author:Yields Rise And Stocks Try To Push Higher The Russell 2000 Outperforms, Fueled By Personal Consumption Expenditures Stocks Consolidate And Crude Finds Support
USD/JPY: 2023 Review And 2024 Forecast

USD/JPY: 2023 Review And 2024 Forecast

According to statistics, USD/JPY (US Dollar/Japanese Yen) is among the top three most traded currency pairs in the Forex market. This is facilitated by the pair’s high liquidity, which ensures narrow spreads and favourable trading conditions. This means that traders can enter and exit positions with minimal costs. Additionally, the pair exhibits very high volatility, […]
Gold Price Forecast: XAU/USD Sees Turbulence In The Wake Of Mixed US Data 
                    
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Gold Price Forecast: XAU/USD Sees Turbulence In The Wake Of Mixed US Data XAU/USD levels to watch XAU/USD daily chart

In the Friday trading session, the XAU/USD metal witnessed a downward trend, trading around the $2,040 level after jumping near $2,060. The metal showed volatility following the release of mixed US economic data, triggering which saw a strong US labor market but a weak Service sector. However, the markets rushed to re-adjust their dovish bets on the […]
Raw Palladium Metal: A Journey Into Pristine Brilliance

Raw Palladium Metal: A Journey Into Pristine Brilliance

Introduction Precious metals have long been a source of fascination, with their unique properties and lustrous beauty. Among the well-known metals like gold, silver, and platinum, there lies a lesser-known but equally captivating contender: Raw Palladium Metal. With its unique allure and pristine brilliance, this precious metal is a masterpiece of nature that often goes unnoticed.Like […]
WTI Tests $74 As Crude Oil Gets Dragged Higher By Middle East Tensions 
                    
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WTI Tests $74 As Crude Oil Gets Dragged Higher By Middle East Tensions WTI Technical Outlook   WTI Daily Chart  

West Texas Intermediate (WTI) US Crude Oil rose again on Friday, tapping 74.27 as Middle East tensions continue to weigh on energy markets. Logistics and shipping companies continue to divert cargo ships away from the Suez Canal to avoid Houthi rebel-infested waters off the coast of Yemen, sending Europe-Aisa connecting shipping lanes around the African continent. A US-led coalition […]
Can The US Economy Defy Expectations In 2024? 
                    
Challenges and Positives

Can The US Economy Defy Expectations In 2024? Challenges and Positives

Image Source: DepositPhotosAs economists examine the economic environment for 2024, caution is the prevailing sentiment, shaped by the unforeseen events of 2023. The general consensus suggests potential growth deceleration, indicative of cautious short run economic growth, and the possibility of a mild recession. This scenario is set in an economic environment characterized by lower interest rates […]
Metals Report For Friday, January 5

Metals Report For Friday, January 5

Image Source: UnsplashIn this video, Ira Epstein reviews the day’s trading in the gold and other relevant metal markets.Video Length: 00:13:52More By This Author:SPDR ETF Report For Friday, January 5Financial Markets Report For Friday, January 5SPDR ETF Report For Thursday, January 4
SpaceX Sues Federal Agency Over ‘Unconstitutional’ Structure

SpaceX Sues Federal Agency Over ‘Unconstitutional’ Structure

Photo by Bastian Riccardi on UnsplashElon Musk’s SpaceX has filed a lawsuit against a federal agency alleging that it’s out of control in violation of the constitution.The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has a panel of judges that hear cases brought against companies over workers’ rights. One such complaint lodged in December against SpaceX is being sent there for adjudication – however, SpaceX […]
Starbucks Enables Use Of Reusable Cups For Drive-Thru And Mobile Orders

Starbucks Enables Use Of Reusable Cups For Drive-Thru And Mobile Orders

Stock photo by VecteezyOn Thursday, January 4, Starbucks (SBUX) announced a new program enabling customers to use personal, reusable cups at all company-operated and participating licensed stores in the U.S. and Canada, including for drive-thru purchases and mobile orders made through the Starbucks app.According to Starbucks, the announcement makes the company the first U.S. national coffee […]