The Japanese stock market opened lower after sentiment in technology stocks, particularly semiconductors, worsened. The trigger came from Broadcom’s disappointing sales outlook, coupled with reports that Oracle was delaying the completion of several data centers—aggravating market concerns about the magnitude of AI investments and the timing of their return. As a result, the Nikkei 225…
Oil prices remain stable near their lowest level in almost two months, as the market is more concerned about oversupply than the impact of geopolitical tensions. Brent held around US$61/barrel after closing at its lowest level since October 20, while WTI remains below US$58/barrel. The main pressure comes from expectations of a widening supply surplus:…
Silver prices are currently holding steady around US$62/ounce after a wild week last week: briefly setting a record, then being hit by profit-taking. Spot price data shows XAG/USD hovering around US$62 within a narrow daily range, indicating the market is awaiting a new trigger. From a macro perspective, the most “lifting” factor for silver right…
Gold prices halted their rise after a four-day rally, as comments from Federal Reserve (Fed) officials raised doubts about whether the US would cut interest rates again next year. On Monday, gold was stable at around US$4,305/ounce, after rising 2.6% last week. Although the Fed did cut interest rates on Wednesday, three policymakers apparently rejected…
