After analyzing the current price action of XAUUSD, it is clear that a bearish scenario may unfold if the price falls below 2470. Traders are advised to consider selling positions with take profit levels set at 2463, 2460, and 2456. It is crucial to set a stop loss above 2473 or, at the very least,
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Italy’s banking sector is primed for a transformation, with analysts predicting a wave of mergers and acquisitions in the near future. Following the sovereign debt crisis and the government’s intervention to rescue Banca Monte dei Paschi (BMPS), there is renewed interest in the sector. Antonio Reale, co-head of European banks at Bank of America, believes
In the world of financial markets, volatility is both a friend and a foe. The recent surge of volatility that has blindsided traders is a stark reminder of the inherent risks involved in trades that thrive in a low volatility environment. The illusion of stability in these trades tends to unravel quickly when volatility spikes,
Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has seen its cash pile swell to a record $276.9 billion last quarter, a significant increase from the previous record of $189 billion set in the first quarter of 2024. This increase came as Buffett sold big chunks of stock holdings, including nearly half of his stake in tech giant Apple.
China’s industrial profits saw a 3.6% year-on-year increase in June, following a 0.7% gain in May. This growth trend continued into the first half of the year, with earnings up 3.5% from January to June. The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) attributed this positive performance to rapid industrial production growth and a decrease in factory-gate
Berkshire Hathaway recently made a strategic move by trimming its gigantic Bank of America holding for the first time in 4½ years. This decision came after Bank of America’s strong 2024 run, where Warren Buffett’s conglomerate sold 33.9 million shares of Bank of America for almost $1.5 billion in separate sales. This marked a significant
The disclaimers provided on financial websites play a crucial role in ensuring that users are aware of the risks involved in trading. These disclaimers often emphasize the importance of conducting thorough research, consulting with financial advisors, and exercising caution when making investment decisions. However, despite these warnings, many individuals still fall victim to financial losses
BlackRock, a major player in the asset management industry, reported a 10% increase in profits in the second quarter. This growth was primarily driven by the strong performance of its Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), which saw record inflows in the first half of the year. The company achieved a milestone by reaching $10.6 trillion in assets
The Australian economy is closely tied to economic indicators from China, given that China accounts for one-third of Australian exports. As investors analyze the implications of the Australian inflation numbers on the RBA rate path, attention is also turning to Chinese industrial profit numbers and their potential influence on buyer appetite for the Aussie dollar.
As we head into the final trading week of the first half of the year, Asian markets are experiencing a mixed bag of performance across equities, currencies, and bonds. While Asian stocks are generally in decent shape, Chinese markets are struggling to keep up with their regional and global peers. Chinese stocks have been underperforming
The Group of Seven (G7) wealthy democracies are gearing up to send a firm message to small Chinese banks about their involvement in assisting Russia in evading Western sanctions. Leaders from the G7 countries are expected to have intense conversations during their upcoming summit in Italy about the growing trade relationship between China and Russia
In a recent meeting of the G7 finance chiefs in STRESA, Italy, a draft statement revealed discussions on utilizing the future income from frozen Russian assets to assist Ukraine. This move comes after the G7 and its allies froze approximately $300 billion of Russian assets following Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. The aim