The U.S. Dollar Awaits
The U.S. Dollar Awaits
USD
The Greenback settled against a basket of major currencies in the wake of some clarity on the House vote on the Trump’s healthcare bill. The U.S. dollar settled as investors were worried that Trump's economic plan to cut taxes and boost the U.S. economy could be delayed.
The Trump healthcare plan could be a key moment in the political history of his presidency. The Greenback is on a wait as the Vote could be held today.
GBP
The Sterling pound jumped to a month's high against the Greenback after retail sales data in the United Kingdom unexpectedly rose as much as 1.4%, soothing concerns about weakening consumer sentiment in the UK as it prepares to leave the EU. Cable settled at $1.25 vs. USD and could settle at such level during the day.
Gold
Gold prices fell to $1,245, ending a run of five straight daily gains, as new data show U.S. home sales advanced for the second consecutive month in February. The precious metal was largely affected by U.S. weekly unemployment benefit applications as it jumped to 258k. Technically, the yellow metal could settle above $1,240 in anticipation of U.S. manufacturing data, which will be released today.
Oil
Oil prices declined further yesterday and settled below $48 as U.S. crude supplies rose.
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The prices and news mentioned in this outlook are absolutely no guarantee of future market performance and do not represent the view of ICM Capital Limited. Financial markets can move in either direction causing profits to be made or complete losses to be incurred by the trader. Each trader must decide for themselves what their risk appetite is and ensure that correct risk management procedures are in place before placing any trades.
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