Jim Roemer on 11/07/2025

Seasonal tendencies in commodity trading

Jim’s brief article is a Mandatory Refresher Course for ALL Commodity Traders, Hedgers, and Investors. … Just "eyeball" it… You’ll be glad you did!Beautiful green grass field with a tree and a desert with dead earth and dry grass by Alones via Shutterstock

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Rich Asplund on 11/07/2025

Dollar Slips on Economic Woes

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Friday fell to a 1-week low and finished down by -0.15%. The dollar moved lower on Friday due to some carryover pressure from Thursday, when a report from Challenger showed US job cuts in October surged by 175% y/y, the most in 22 years,...Money transfer Global Currency

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Rich Asplund on 11/07/2025

Sliding US Consumer Sentiment Weighs on the Dollar

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today fell to a 1-week low and is down by -0.30%. The dollar is moving lower today on some carryover pressure from Thursday, when a report from Challenger showed US job cuts in October surged by 175% y/y, the most in 22 years, bolstering the...A concept image of a man carr

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Przemyslaw K. Radomski on 11/07/2025

Gold and Bitcoin: More Critical Clues

They are coming not just from the precious metals market itself, but from other markets as well.Shinny gold bullion by Million Photos via Shutterstock

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Rich Asplund on 11/06/2025

Weak US Job News Undercuts the Dollar

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Thursday fell by -0.49%. The dollar retreated on Thursday after a report from Challenger showed US job cuts in October surged by 175% y/y, the most in 22 years, bolstering the outlook for the Fed to keep cutting interest rates. Also, the dollar is...A hundred dollar bi

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Rich Asplund on 11/06/2025

Dollar Retreats on Fed Rate Cut Expectations

The dollar index (DXY00 ) is down today by -0.30%. The dollar is retreating today after a report from Challenger showed US job cuts in October surged +175% y/y by the most in 22 years, bolstering the outlook for the Fed to keep cutting interest rates. Also, the dollar is...Puzzle made of money by

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Rich Asplund on 11/05/2025

Dollar Gives Up Early Gains as Stocks Rebound

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday fell from a 5.25-month high and finished down by -0.05%. The dollar gave up its advance on Wednesday and posted modest losses after stocks recovered following Tuesday's rout, which dampened liquidity demand for the dollar. Also, the dollar is still under press

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Rich Asplund on 11/05/2025

Dollar Firms on Signs of US Economic Strength

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today climbed to a 5.25-month high and is up by +0.08%. The dollar is pushing higher today after the US Oct ADP employment change rose more than expected, a hawkish factor for Fed policy. The dollar added to its gains today when the Oct ISM...Pile of money with hands by S

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TradingView on 11/05/2025

What’s in store for gold in 2026?

Even with its recent correction, gold continues to outperform most assets, but its outlook for 2026 remains mixed.Gold bar graph by Lemonsoup14 via Shutterstock

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Rich Asplund on 11/04/2025

Dollar Rallies as Stocks Retreat

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Tuesday rose by +0.37% and posted a 3-month high. Tuesday's slump in equity markets has boosted liquidity demand for the dollar. The dollar also had carry-over support from Fed Chair Powell's warning last week that another rate cut in December is not a foregone...Pile

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Rich Asplund on 11/04/2025

Dollar Climbs as Stocks Slump

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.29% at a 3-month high. Today's slump in equity markets has boosted liquidity demand for the dollar. The dollar also had carry-over support from Fed Chair Powell's warning last week that another rate cut in December is not a foregone conclusion....Holding

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Rich Asplund on 11/03/2025

Dollar Sees Support as T-note Yields Rise

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Monday rose slightly by +0.07%. The main supportive factor was Monday’s +2.7 bp rise in the 10-year T-note yield, which supported the dollar’s interest rate differentials. The dollar also had carry-over support from Fed Chair Powell’s warning last week that another rat

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CME Group on 11/03/2025

RFQ for Platinum and Palladium

Learn about Request for Quote (RFQ) functionality on CME Direct for Platinum and Palladium Metals derivatives trading, offering superior price discovery and reduced legging risk.rfq-for-platinum-and-palladium-940x600

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Przemyslaw K. Radomski on 11/03/2025

Bitcoin WARNING, Plus: Metals, Miner, and USD Ready to Move

That's IT for bitcoin. And as the USD Index rallies against the sentiment, metals and miners can suffer as well. You have been warned.Shinny gold bullion by Million Photos via Shutterstock

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Rich Asplund on 11/03/2025

Dollar Sees Support as T-note Yields Rise

The dollar index (DXY00 ) is trading slightly higher by +0.06%. The main supportive factor is today’s +2.5 bp rise in the 10-year T-note yield, which improved the dollar’s interest rate differentials. The dollar also has carry-over support from Fed Chair Powell’s warning last week that another rate

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Andrew Hecht on 11/03/2025

Commodity Roundup- October’s Top Performers and Underperformers

The dollar index and long-term bonds were higher in October, providing mixed signals for the commodities asset class. Gold and silver prices reached new record highs before correcting, as even the most aggressive bull markets rarely move in straight lines.Candle stick graph chart with indicator by V

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