Author: FinSiddhi

South Korea remains in the emerging-market category as MSCI cites persistent foreign exchange market accessibility issues. Despite ongoing reforms, including plans for round-the-clock trading, the index provider requires more time to assess their impact. While the country’s benchmark KOSPI has seen remarkable gains, driven by AI-related semiconductor stocks, its market accessibility hurdles continue to prevent…

Asian markets saw a cautious rebound Wednesday after a significant tech-led global selloff, reigniting worries about the AI rally’s sustainability. South Korea’s Kospi surged, led by Samsung Electronics, following a steep decline. Investors now keenly await Micron Technology’s results for clues on AI infrastructure demand, with some strategists predicting further downside for the semiconductor sector….

Gold prices are facing a significant downturn, nearing a fourth consecutive weekly loss, as a robust US dollar and anticipated aggressive interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve to combat inflation exert pressure. The precious metal has dipped below the $4,000 per ounce mark for the first time in years. Analysts predict this downward trend…

Indian gold markets are seeing a premium return after a price dip, with buyers cautiously re-entering despite affordability concerns. This revival is fueled by falling international prices and a strengthening rupee. Meanwhile, China’s physical demand for gold has noticeably weakened, with jewellery sales and household caution impacting the market, though the central bank continues its…

Gold is poised for its fourth consecutive weekly decline, weighed down by a strengthening dollar amid expectations of U.S. interest rate hikes. Investors are also closely watching the delicate U.S.-Iran peace agreement, which faced renewed concerns after an incident in the Strait of Hormuz. Despite some hope for moderating inflation, underlying pressures remain high, reinforcing…

Gold and silver prices have fallen sharply on MCX over the past two sessions amid a stronger US dollar and rising rate hike expectations. Silver dropped Rs 15,500/kg while gold fell nearly Rs 6,000 per 10 grams. Analysts expect continued volatility and advise caution at current levels.

Gold prices tumbled to a seven-month low on Thursday, nearing $3,985 per ounce, as a robust dollar and anticipation of Federal Reserve interest rate hikes weighed heavily. Traders are factoring in multiple rate increases this year, with a significant chance of a September hike. Investors are now keenly awaiting key U.S. inflation data for further…

Gold and silver prices fell sharply on MCX on Wednesday as a stronger U.S. dollar and rising expectations of Federal Reserve rate hikes dampened sentiment, outweighing support from easing oil prices and the gradual reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

India’s gold prices hit a three-month low on Wednesday, dropping to Rs 1.44 lakh per 10 grams, as global markets react to a bolstered US dollar and expectations for elevated interest rates. Analysts attribute this slump to signals from the Federal Reserve and a notable downturn in technology stocks. Investors are now closely monitoring upcoming…

The IMF’s chief economist, Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, has endorsed Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh’s move to reduce explicit forward guidance on monetary policy. Gourinchas stated that overly rigid guidance proved costly when inflation surged, as it tied the Fed’s hands. While acknowledging the need for some long-term market guidance, he believes explicit, strong commitments are no…