Daily Global Market Update

Gold up 0.4% (CCI +), Euro gains 0.2% (MACD +), Pound dips 0.2% (Williams -). Bitcoin surges 2.6% (Stochastic RSI oversold). Global caution post-rallies, SEC delays ETF decision. Nippon Steel acquires U.S. Steel for $14.9B. Key events: BOJ, UK auction, Austria HICP, Australia RBA, US housing starts.

Gold's Positive Trend

Gold increased by 0.4% against the dollar in the last trading session. The CCI (Commodity Channel Index) is showing a positive signal, aligning with our overall technical analysis.

 

 

Euro's Modest Gains

The Euro experienced a slight upward correction, gaining 0.2% against the dollar in the last session. The MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence) is giving a positive signal, consistent with our technical analysis.

 

 

Pound's Slight Decline

The pound recorded a minor dip of 0.2% against the dollar in the last session. The Williams Percent Range indicator is showing a negative signal.

 

 

Bitcoin's Strong Performance

Bitcoin saw a significant increase of 2.6% against the dollar in the last session. The Stochastic RSI indicates an oversold market, suggesting potential momentum.

 

 

Global Financial Headlines

Market sentiment is cautious as traders reassess their positions following recent rallies, with Federal Reserve officials suggesting a more restrained approach to interest rate cuts next year. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has postponed its decision on listing the Grayscale Ethereum Futures Trust ETF. Meanwhile, Japan's Nippon Steel acquired U.S. Steel for $14.9 billion, winning a competitive bid over firms like Cleveland Cliffs and ArcelorMittal.

 

Upcoming Economic Highlights

Key economic events to watch for today include:

• Japan's BOJ Monetary Policy Statement - 0300 hours GMT

• Japan's BOJ Interest Rate Decision - 0300 hours GMT

• UK's 10-Year Bond Auction - 1030 hours GMT

• Austria's HICP Release - 0800 hours GMT

• Australia's RBA Meeting Minutes - 0030 hours GMT

• US Housing Starts - 1330 hours GMT

Reglamento: FCA (UK), FSA (Seychelles), FSCA (South Africa)
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