• Commodities

Why is the price of gold falling so much?

Learn more about the recent decline in gold following the US election, including the factors behind its fall and what could influence it in the future.

14 Nov 2024

• Commodities

How much is an ounce of gold worth?

Learn more about the recent rally in gold, including the factors behind its rise and what could influence it in the future.

01 Nov 2024

• Market update

A mixed day for global markets

Yesterday was uninspiring for the S&P 500, which added 0.16%. The Nasdaq 100 added 1%, buoyed by gains in communications services and information technology.

30 Oct 2024

• Market update

Tesla earnings drive gains in US equities

Equity markets poked their heads above the parapet yesterday. The Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 were up 0.8% and 0.2% respectively, driven by Tesla which rallied by almost 22%.

25 Oct 2024

• Market update

Equity markets get a wake-up call

Equity markets finally reacted yesterday after weeks of overlooking rising treasury bond yields, overnight rates, and rallies in gold and the dollar index.

24 Oct 2024

• Market update

European indices take a dive

Yesterday was another indecisive day for major US equity markets, but things were clearer in Europe, where all the main indices finished in the red.

23 Oct 2024

• Market update

Mixed signals from global markets

Many major equity indices retreated yesterday, with the S&P 500 down by 0.2%. However, the Nasdaq 100 and its composite stablemate finished up on the day by 0.3%.

22 Oct 2024

• Market update

US equities overshadowed amid mixed Q3 earnings

US equity markets finished last week with a flourish. However, looking at the five-day performance among the leading indices US benchmarks finished mid-table at best.

21 Oct 2024

• Industry spotlight

The Netflix comeback: quietly chasing records

Learn more about why Netflix's share price has surged 50% in 2024, and where it could move in the future.

18 Oct 2024

• Market update

Mixed movements from equities following strong US data

Yesterday, the S&P 500 closed down by 0.02%, the Dow Jones by 0.37%, and the Nasdaq 100 by 0.08%. Stock indices settled mixed, with the Dow posting a new record high.

18 Oct 2024

• Market update

Stocks make moderate gains on strong Q3 earnings

Stocks posted moderate gains yesterday, with the Nasdaq 100 recovering from a one-week low, supported by better-than-expected corporate earnings results.

17 Oct 2024

• Market update

US equities make modest gains despite uphill struggles

Stocks on Friday settled moderately higher, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones posting new all-time highs.

14 Oct 2024

• News

US election playbook: tactical insights from the CMC team

As the US election rapidly approaches, traders and investors worldwide are bracing for potential market shakeups. With economic policies, geopolitical stances, and regulatory frameworks at stake, understanding the election’s impact on global markets is crucial. To unpack the impact of the upcoming election, we asked the CMC team how they’re viewing this pivotal event and its implications for both the short and long term.

13 Oct 2024

• Market update

US CPI and unemployment reports weaken major equities

Stocks posted moderate losses yesterday after US consumer price index (CPI) data for September showed consumer prices rose more than expected.

11 Oct 2024

• Commodities

Could there be an unsung gold rush in 2024?

Learn more about gold's recent rally, including what factors could be influencing it and where the yellow metal's price could move in the future.

09 Oct 2024

• Market update

US equity markets bounce back from Monday’s slump

After a non-event on Monday, US equity markets sprung back to life in Tuesday’s trade. The Nasdaq 100 rallied by 1.6%, with the magnificent seven and Nvidia in particular leading these gains.

09 Oct 2024