Asia FX gains on weak dollar ahead of Trump inauguration, BoJ rate decision looms

Investing.com– Most Asian currencies edged higher on Monday as the dollar weakened ahead of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, while the Chinese central bank kept benchmark lending rates unchanged to…

Oil prices little changed; markets await Trump move on Russian export curbs

By Florence Tan SINGAPORE (Reuters) – Oil prices recovered on Monday as supply concerns persisted after Washington imposed two rounds of sanctions in the past two weeks on Russia’s energy…

Oil prices flat with tighter supply cheer offset by Trump caution

Investing.com– Oil prices moved in a tight range in Asian trade on Monday, as optimism over tighter supplies, amid stricter U.S. sanctions against Russia, was offset by caution before President-elect…

Oil prices climb as supply concerns over Russian sanctions persist

By Florence Tan SINGAPORE (Reuters) – Oil prices recovered on Monday as supply concerns persisted after Washington imposed two rounds of sanctions in the past two weeks on Russia’s energy…

US dollar rally at risk; Aussie dollar offers opportunities – BCA Research

Investing.com– The U.S. dollar’s recent strength may falter as key indicators suggest it is overbought, BCA Research analysts said in a note. Analysts recommend caution on the greenback and point…

Platinum market outlook for 2025: UBS

Investing.com — UBS has released its market outlook for platinum group metals (PGMs), forecasting that platinum will outperform palladium in 2025, although both are expected to lag behind gold and…

Drill, baby, drill? Unpacking Trump’s oil and gas agenda

Investing.com — Former President Donald Trump’s energy agenda, encapsulated by the slogan “drill, baby, drill,” promised reduced regulatory barriers, increased fossil fuel production, and lower commodity prices. However, the reality…

FOMO Trading: Why It’s Costing You More Than You Think

FOMO trading, or the fear of missing out trading, is a term every trader encounters at some point. It describes the emotional reaction to market movements, where traders impulsively buy…

Is Cryptocurrency the Future of Finance? A Look at Its Impact

Cryptocurrency has taken the world by storm, transforming how we think about money and finance. From Bitcoin to Ethereum, it has created a new paradigm in the financial world. Built…

Palladium market outlook for 2025: UBS

Investing.com — UBS analysts forecast a challenging year ahead for palladium, with the metal expected to “lag other precious metals.”  The investment bank’s analysts anticipate a deficit of around 300,000 ounces,…