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Commodities market today saw a rise in spot gold by 0.9% to $2,306.80 per ounce, and US gold futures gained 0.4% to $2,312.70. The dollar index ended at 105.72, down 0.04% after the Fed suggested potential future rate cuts. Oil prices in Asia rebounded from two-month lows. Brent crude rose to $83.71 per barrel, and West Texas Intermediate reached $78.73 per barrel. The 10-year yield dropped 5 basis points to 4.632%, and the 2-year yield fell nearly 9 basis points to 4.96%.
Treasury Yields Drop on Fed's Decision: US Treasury yields fell as the Fed decided to hold rates steady. The 10-year yield dropped 5 basis points to 4.632%, and the 2-year yield fell nearly 9 basis points to 4.96%.
Dollar Declines on Fed's Rate Cut Hints: The dollar declined after the Fed suggested potential future rate cuts due to concerns about low inflation and economic stability. The dollar index ended at 105.72, down 0.04%.
Gold Prices Rise on Fed's Interest Rate Stance: Gold prices rose as the Fed maintained interest rates, leading to increased demand as the dollar weakened and Treasury yields dipped. Spot gold climbed 0.9% to $2,306.80 per ounce, and US gold futures gained 0.4% to $2,312.70.
Oil Prices Rebound in Asia: Oil prices in Asia rebounded from two-month lows due to a weaker dollar following the Fed meeting. However, gains were limited by rising US inventories and production. Brent crude rose to $83.71 per barrel, and West Texas Intermediate reached $78.73 per barrel.
Additional Read: Commodities Market Today
The day’s rate of Gold, Silver, Natural Gas, Crude Oil (Brent), Crude Oil (WTI)
Name | LTP | Change | Change% |
GOLD | ₹73,790.00 | +144.00 | +0.20 |
SILVER | ₹79,870.00 | -80.00 | -0.10 |
COPPER | ₹908.10 | +39.60 | +4.56 |
CRUDE OIL | ₹6,598.00 | -245.00 | -3.58 |
NATURAL GAS | ₹161.40 | -4.90 | -2.95 |
Note: Stats/Prices updated as on May 2, 2024 at 9:52 AM
Source: Moneycontrol, EconomicTimes
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