MARKETS CAUGHT BETWEEN AI TURMOIL AND RISING RATE EXPECTATIONS Asian Stocks Recover: Kospi surged 2.35%, Nikkei gained 1.4%, while MSCI Asia-Pacific rose 0.26%. Nvidia Fallout: Nvidia shares fell 3% after Jensen Huang’s departure, raising concerns over the broader AI investment outlook. AI Rotation: AMD, Broadcom and Arista could benefit as investors seek alternatives amid uncertainty […]

NVIDIA FACES LEADERSHIP CRISIS AS BOARD CONSIDERS JENSEN HUANG’S FUTURE Boardroom Turmoil: Nvidia’s board is reportedly meeting to discuss whether CEO Jensen Huang should remain in his position following allegations of two extramarital affairs, including one reportedly involving a woman suspected of being a Chinese spy. Leadership Uncertainty: Huang’s potential departure could create a significant […]

DOLLAR STRENGTHENS AS HAWKISH FED SIGNALS FUEL RATE HIKE EXPECTATIONS Dollar Index: The US Dollar Index (DXY) climbed to 102.30 in Asian trading, approaching a two-week high after rising 0.5% in the previous session. Hotter Inflation: US consumer prices increased more than expected in October, driven by higher food and accommodation costs, strengthening expectations of […]

GOLD PULLS BACK AHEAD OF US INFLATION DATA AS FED RATE HIKE BETS RISE Gold Prices: Spot gold declined 0.6% to $4,114/oz, retreating after gaining more than 1% in the previous session as investors locked in profits. US gold futures edged 0.2% higher to $4,123.50. US Inflation: Markets are now focused on today’s US CPI […]

GLOBAL MARKETS Fed: Strong US employment data pushed expectations of a December rate hike close to 80%. Tuesday’s CPI report is in focus. Equities: Asian stocks and US futures are recovering after last week’s sharp technology sell-off. AI investment profitability remains a key concern. Oil: Brent trades near $98 as hopes of progress in Iran […]

INFLATION CONCERNS PERSIST DESPITE FALLING OIL PRICES Oil prices fell approximately 20% over the week, dropping below $100 per barrel amid expectations that the conflict with Iran could come to an end. However, elevated energy and food costs, alongside signs of slowing global growth, continue to fuel concerns that inflation may remain persistent and central […]

OIL PRICES PLUNGE AS US-IRAN PEACE HOPES GROW Brent crude fell nearly 9% to below $100 per barrel as the Democrats’ midterm election victory raised expectations of reduced US involvement in the Iran conflict and a potential easing of supply risks. The sharp decline in energy prices supported global bond markets, pushed the US dollar […]

U.S. MIDTERMS, WEAKER DOLLAR & METAL DIVERGENCE IN FOCUS Oil: Brent slipped toward $103 despite an unexpected 5.27-million-barrel draw in U.S. crude inventories, as investors focused on potential progress in Middle East peace talks. Equities: U.S. futures fell as early election results pointed to Democratic gains, raising uncertainty over Trump’s economic agenda and potential regulatory […]

OIL RETREAT, ELECTION UNCERTAINTY & METAL RECOVERY IN FOCUS Oil: Crude prices dropped around 6% as renewed U.S.-Iran diplomatic efforts raised hopes of easing supply disruptions in the Middle East. Equities: Lower energy prices supported risk appetite, while AI investment concerns and this week’s major tech earnings remain key tests for equity markets. Gold & […]

OIL EASES, GOLD STABILIZES & AI CONCERNS WEIGH ON EQUITIES Oil: Brent remains above $112 despite easing as renewed U.S.-Iran diplomatic efforts raise hopes of reduced supply disruptions. OPEC+ will keep December output unchanged. Equities: Technology stocks remain under pressure as investors reassess AI spending returns and the risk of further forced liquidations. Gold & […]