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Wall Street Faces Key Test as Nvidia, Jackson Hole and Rising Oil Take Centre Stage – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 24/08/2026

Crude Oil WTI crude gained 6.25% last week and is currently trading at $86.11, down 1.65% in early Monday trading. While prices are lower today following increased tanker activity through the Strait of Hormuz, the broader fundamental backdrop remains supportive. Around 40 tankers moved through

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Dubai and Abu Dhabi Stocks Stay Resilient Despite Global Uncertainty – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 21/08/2026

The UAE markets ended the week slightly lower, amid developments in the global economy and the wider geopolitical landscape. The DFM General Index fell 0.49% over the week to 5,856.55. That said, Dubai has had a particularly strong month and is still up more than 15% month-to-date. Abu Dhabi saw a similar move, with the […]

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Gold vs Dollar: The Market Shift Investors Are Watching – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 20/08/2026

Gold & Silver Gold pulled back on Thursday, down around 0.7% to trade near $4,488 per ounce, as investors booked profits following Wednesday’s sharp 4%+ rally that took prices to $4,525.79, their highest level since June 2. The move came after a surprise announcement from the U.S. Treasury Department that it would double the size […]

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Dollar Weakens Despite Oil and Hormuz Risks as Fed Outlook Shifts – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 19/08/2026

US Dollar Index DXY extends its slide Wednesday, down ~0.2% near 99.40, as Treasury yields ease from Tuesday’s selloff highs. Drivers: 10-year yield near 4.70%, 30-year back to ~5.27% off its near 20-year peak. Markets price 67% odds of unchanged Fed rates in September; eyes on today’s FOMC minutes (2 p.m. ET). Softer labour/inflation data […]

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Oil Nears $92 as U.S.-Iran Tensions Keep Strait of Hormuz Risks in Focus – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 18/08/2026

Gold & Silver Gold and silver remain firmly supported by a softer US dollar, fading expectations of a near-term Fed rate hike, and renewed demand across precious metals. Gold is trading around $4,403 per ounce, having risen on Monday before giving back some gains on Tuesday as higher Treasury yields and rising oil prices weighed […]

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Gold Gains on Fed Easing Bets While Hormuz Risks Keep Oil Elevated – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 17/08/2026

Gold & Silver Gold is trading 0.55% higher at $4,401 per ounce this morning, rebounding after Thursday’s 1.3% decline as weaker-than-expected US retail sales reinforced expectations for a more accommodative Federal Reserve. Softer economic data has pushed Treasury yields lower and weighed on the dollar, strengthening the macro backdrop for non-yielding assets such as

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AI Drives Wall Street to Records as $90 Oil and Hormuz Risks Keep Markets Alert – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 14/08/2026

U.S. Markets U.S. equities remain firmly bullish, with the S&P 500 hitting a fresh all-time high of $7,816 yesterday. The index is trading around $7,800 in early trading today. Tech and communication services led gains, while the Nasdaq and S&P 500 remain on track for a third consecutive weekly advance. The rally continues to be […]

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US Equities Hold Gains as Softer CPI Eases Fed Tightening Concerns – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 13/08/2026

U.S. Markets U.S. equities remain supported after July CPI broadly matched expectations, easing concerns around inflation and near-term Fed policy. The S&P 500 closed 0.2% higher yesterday and is trading near $7,756 (+0.15%) today, while the Nasdaq 100 climbed 0.56% and is up 0.28% in early trading today. July CPI rose 0.1% MoM and 3.4% […]

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Markets Brace for US Inflation Data as Oil and Rate Risks Rise – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 11/08/2026

U.S. Markets The SPX index is trading at $7,753 today and remains relatively flat, with the Nasdaq 100 trading at $29,660, as investors weigh easing hopes around the Strait of Hormuz against renewed uncertainty over U.S.-Iran negotiations. Brent crude remains elevated near $90 after climbing almost 4% yesterday, keeping pressure on equities and raising inflation […]

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US Stocks Rally as Gold Gains and Fed Rate-Hike Bets Retreat – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 10/08/2026

Gold and Silver Gold and silver are trading higher today, with gold up 0.35% and silver up around 1% at the time of writing. Gold is holding above the $4,300 level after gaining around 7% last week, its strongest weekly performance since January. The move continues to be supported by softer US labor-market data, which […]

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UAE Equities Gain Ground Amid Hormuz Deal Optimism and Strong Earnings – Comments from Century Financial

News Desk 07/08/2026

UAE equity markets closed the week on a strong note, with a significant easing of regional tensions providing a clear catalyst for investor sentiment. In a major development recently, the US and Iran are close to reaching a deal and opening the Strait of Hormuz. The near-term optimism has boosted global equity indices and caused […]

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Gold Eyes Best Week Since February as Middle East Tensions Keep Oil Volatile – Century Financial

News Desk 07/08/2026

US Markets US equity indices consolidated yesterday as the AI and tech rally took a breather. SPX was down 0.3%, closing around $7,700. In today’s session, SPX appears to be trading flat as investors await the July jobs report. The outlook for today is mildly bullish, driven by resilient earnings. In corporate news, Airbnb jumped […]

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Gold Climbs to Seven-Week High as Weaker Dollar Offsets AI Market Pause – Century Financial

News Desk 07/08/2026

US Markets US equity indices were mixed yesterday following a temporary cooldown in the AI rally. SPX was down 0.2%, closing around $7,730. In today’s session, SPX appears to be trading marginally higher around $7,740. The outlook for today is moderately bullish. Healthcare stocks performed well yesterday as Eli Lilly reported strong results. Surging demand […]

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Wall Street Hits Fresh Records as AI Rally Continues and Oil Slumps on Iran Deal Hopes – Century Financial

News Desk 05/08/2026

US Markets US equity indices closed higher yesterday as earnings momentum continues. SPX rose 1.8% to $7,750, a new record, and NDX jumped 3%. In today’s session, both indices are marginally higher, with SPX trading around $7,770. The outlook for today is bullish. Strong earnings results from Palantir and Caterpillar helped pull stock indexes higher. […]

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Markets Rally to New Highs While Gold, Oil and Dollar Await Fresh Economic Triggers – Century Financial

News Desk 04/08/2026

US Markets US equity indices closed higher yesterday, with MAG7 leading the charge. SPX rose 1.7% to $7,610, testing its all-time highs, and NDX jumped 2.3%. In today’s session, both indices are marginally higher, with SPX hitting a fresh record of $7,620. The outlook for today is bullish. Magnificent Seven tech stocks were on quite […]

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AI Earnings Lift Wall Street as Oil Retreats and Fed Outlook Remains in Focus – Century Financial

News Desk 03/08/2026

US Markets US equity indices closed last week in gains, despite volatility. SPX rose 0.90% as breadth widened, and NDX was little changed. In today’s session, indices jumped higher as oil prices retreated amid hopes of a US-Iran deal. The SPX is up 0.8% above $7,500. The outlook for today is bullish. July was a […]

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UAE Stocks Show Resilience as Investors Eye Corporate Earnings – Century Financial

News Desk 31/07/2026

UAE equities delivered a mixed performance this week as investors weighed the country’s resilient economic backdrop against lingering global macro uncertainty. Sentiment remained broadly constructive, supported by confidence in the domestic economy and anticipation of the upcoming earnings season. At the same time, investors became more selective, favouring

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Fed Holds Rates as Hawkish Signals Keep Markets on Edge

News Desk 30/07/2026

The Federal Reserve’s decision to hold interest rates at 3.50% to 3.75% was widely expected. However, three members dissenting in favour of a rate hike, combined with Chair Kevin Warsh’s deliberately limited forward guidance, left markets with more questions about the direction of monetary policy.   With inflation still above target, oil prices vulnerable to […]

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All Eyes on the Fed as Markets Brace for a Closely Contested Rate Decision – Century Financial

News Desk 29/07/2026

This week’s FOMC meeting is highly unpredictable as Chairman Kevin Warsh hasn’t revealed whether he favours a rate hike. Officials face sharply conflicting signals on growth and inflation. The Fed was evenly divided on further rate hikes at its last meeting. Warsh could tip the balance. In a no-guidance regime, the headline decision could remain […]

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Market Watch: Experts Weigh In Ahead of the Fed’s July Rate Decision

News Desk 28/07/2026

With the US Federal Reserve set to announce its latest interest rate decision this week, markets are closely watching whether policymakers will keep rates on hold or signal that further tightening remains on the table. While a pause is widely expected, persistent inflation concerns, fluctuating oil prices, and geopolitical developments continue to complicate the outlook.