Tag: Fed

Mar 03
Gold prices rise $6 as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine escalates

Gold prices rose in trading on Thursday, in conjunction with the continuing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, which boosted demand for the precious metal as a safe haven. Yesterday, Wednesday, gold prices ended down by more than $21, recording the first drop in 3 sessions, coinciding with the rise of the dollar and US stocks. […]

Feb 22
Gold prices are falling from the highest level in 8 months

Gold prices fell today, Monday, after hitting their highest level in more than 8 months, at the beginning of the week’s trading. The plan of the US and Russian presidents to hold a summit on the Ukraine crisis led to a decline in the demand for safe haven, while looming further increases in federal interest […]

Feb 14
Yields in the United States have risen amid volatile trade, with all eyes on Russia and the Federal Reserve.

Yields in the United States have risen amid volatile trade, with all eyes on Russia and the Federal Reserve. In tumultuous trading on Monday, benchmark 10-year Treasury yields climbed as hawkish comments from a Federal Reserve member were matched with White House signals over the weekend that a Russian invasion of Ukraine might happen at […]

Feb 08
Gold prices retreat from the highest level in a week

Gold prices retreat from the highest level in a week Gold prices fell on Tuesday, but remained near their highest levels in a week, pending the release of US inflation data for January, which is crucial to the Federal Reserve’s tapering schedule. This comes with continued fears between Russia and Ukraine, which supported the yellow […]

Jan 27
Oil prices are turning up, and Brent crude is near $91

Oil prices are turning up, and Brent crude is near $91 Oil prices turned up about 1% during trading on Thursday, with Brent crude rising near $91 a barrel, with geopolitical concerns continuing to support prices. Oil prices were lower in early trading, with the US dollar gaining after indications that the Federal Reserve will […]