Rich Asplund on 05/14/2025

Dollar Recovers on News the US Not Seeking a Weaker Dollar

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Wednesday rose by +0.06%. The dollar on Wednesday recovered from early losses and posted modest gains. Short covering emerged Wednesday to push the dollar higher after Fed Vice Chair Jefferson said inflation could rise from US tariff policies. The dollar also recovered af

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Rich Asplund on 05/14/2025

Dollar Falls on News the US and South Korea Held Forex Talks

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.32%. The dollar is under pressure today after Bloomberg reported that the US and South Korea held forex talks on May 5, sparking speculation President Trump is open to a weaker dollar. Strength in stocks today has also reduced liquidity demand...US dol

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Darin Newsom on 05/14/2025

Are Gold and Wheat Tied at the Hip?

I've seen some discussion about the supposed correlation between gold and wheat as a reason to be bullish the latter (or bearish the former).Field of wheat at golden hour by Bruno via Pixabay

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Rich Asplund on 05/13/2025

Dollar Retreats on Soft US CPI Report

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Tuesday fell by -0.79%. The dollar retreated Tuesday after the US Apr CPI was weaker-than-expected and showed the smallest increase in 4 years, a dovish factor for Fed policy. Also, Tuesday’s stock rally curbed liquidity demand for the dollar. US Apr CPI rose +2.3% y/y,..

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Phillip Streible on 05/13/2025

Ratio Drops to 98:1- Markets Move Past the Recession Fears!

Silver plays catch-up as the gold-silver ratio narrows to 98:1! In today’s Metals Minute, Phil Streible breaks down why recession fears are fading and what that means for precious metals.Gold bullion rounded by istara via Pixabay

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CME Group on 05/13/2025

Gold and the U.S. Dollar: An Evolving Relationship?

Gold and the U.S. dollar both experienced strength in 2023 and 2024. Discover the key factors driving this unconventional market behavior and what could be ahead for this relationship.250513GoldDollar_600x350

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Rich Asplund on 05/13/2025

Dollar Edges Lower on Fed-Friendly US CPI Report

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is down by -0.38%. The dollar today is mildly lower after the US Apr CPI was weaker-than-expected and showed the smallest increase in 4 years, a dovish factor for Fed policy. Also, weaker T-note yields today have weakened the dollar’s interest rate differentials. I

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Rich Asplund on 05/12/2025

Dollar Soars and Gold Sinks on US-China Tariff Relief

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Monday rallied sharply to a 1-month high and finished up by +1.48%. The dollar surged Monday after the US and China agreed to temporarily lower tariffs on each other's products. Also, Monday's jump in the 10-year T-note yield to a 4-week high strengthened the dollar's...P

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Don Dawson on 05/12/2025

Copper’s Summer Slide: Can Traders Profit from July Futures’ Seasonal Drop?

Copper’s July futures are primed for a seasonal price dip, driven by China’s economic slowdown and hefty LME inventories. Seasonal data reveals a consistent sell pattern, allowing traders to profit with futures or options. Uncover the strategy and risks to seize this bearish opportunity.Image by Sor

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TradingView on 05/12/2025

What is moving the markets now?

Markets started the week strongly, buoyed by progress in U.S.-China trade negotiations and renewed hopes for peace between Ukraine and Russia. However, underlying economic risks persist and should not be overlooked.Road sign of New York Wall street corner Broad street by Mezzotint via Shutterstock

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Rich Asplund on 05/12/2025

Dollar Surges and Gold Plunges as US-China Trade Tensions Ease

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today rallied sharply to a 1-month high and is up by +1.30%. The dollar is surging today after the US and China agreed to temporarily lower tariffs on each other’s products. Also, today’s jump in the 10-year T-note yield to a 4-week high has strengthened...Holding money bun

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Przemyslaw K. Radomski on 05/12/2025

What a Slide in Gold! What a Jump in the USDX!

Both are completely unsurprising, as the technical analysis (and common sense) provided insights beforehand.Gold ingot and nuggets by New Africa via Shutterstock

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Rich Asplund on 05/09/2025

Dollar Edges Lowers Before US-China Trade Talks

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Friday fell from a 4-week high and finished down by -0.29%. Long liquidation pressures weighed on the dollar ahead of this weekend's US-China trade talks in Switzerland. Losses in the dollar accelerated Friday after New York Fed President Williams said he expects economic

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Rich Asplund on 05/09/2025

Dollar Slips Ahead of US-China Trade Talks

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today fell from a 4-week high and is down by -0.39%. Long liquidation pressures are weighing on the dollar ahead of this weekend's US-China trade talks in Switzerland. Also, today's rally in stocks has curbed liquidity demand for the dollar. Losses in the dollar accelerate

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Darin Newsom on 05/09/2025

Do Markets in General Make Sense?

I agree with Chairman Powell's conclusion this week when he said, "It's really not at all clear what it is we should do." We can see the various markets sectors are also uncertain.Businessman lost in a field by Ana de Sousa via Shutterstock

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Rich Asplund on 05/08/2025

Dollar Rallies and Gold Tumbles on US Trade Optimism

The dollar index (DXY00 ) Thursday rose by +1.04% and posted a 3-1/2 week high. The dollar rallied Thursday on easing global trade tensions after President Trump announced a new comprehensive trade deal with the UK. The dollar also found support after US weekly jobless claims fell more than expecte

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