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Markets are keeping a watchful eye on gold that recently fell below $2,500 per ounce level. Plus, with disappointing data from US manufacturing and construction sectors blamed for a decrease in market risk appetite, treasury yields and US stock indices have also been pushed lower. Our Senior Market Strategist, Mahmoud C. Alkudsi- MBA, went on Sky News Arabia to discuss how the upcoming services sector and labour market reports could be the key to understanding the future of the US economy, as well as some reasons behind gold’s recent drop. https://lnkd.in/dMpbUM-m

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As markets prepare for the August US jobs report this week, all eyes will be on the results – especially after July’s data sparked major fears of an economic recession. Though unemployment is expected to drop from 4.3% to 4.2%, any lower-than-expected data could increase the likelihood of a larger-than-anticipated interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve. Meanwhile, markets will also be anticipating Canada’s interest rate decision. Learn more in our Senior Market Strategist Mahmoud C. Alkudsi- MBA's Week Ahead Preview. https://lnkd.in/dYigv3Xd

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This week, markets are focused on key economic data that could influence central bank policies. Investors are watching the preliminary August CPI data from Europe for clues on ECB rate decisions. Meanwhile, the US PCE Index, the Fed's preferred inflation gauge, may shape expectations on a potential 25 or 50bps rate cut in September. For more insights, read our Week Ahead Preview by Senior Market Strategist Mahmoud C. Alkudsi- MBA. https://lnkd.in/dqUdwuRT

Gold prices have reached a historic milestone, surpassing $2,500 per ounce for the first time. Our Senior Market Strategist, Mahmoud C. Alkudsi- MBA joined CNBC Arabia to discuss the key factors behind this surge and the potential for further price increases. He also provided insights on what markets can expect from Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s speech at the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium this Friday. Watch his full interview here: https://lnkd.in/dtfrzTcy

Investors this week are closely monitoring Fed Chair Powell's speech at the Jackson Hole symposium for insights into potential interest rate cuts. Other key highlights include Wednesday's release of Fed meeting minutes and U.S. PMI data, which could signal crucial shifts in economic outlook and monetary policy. Read more in our Week Ahead Preview from our Senior Market Strategist Mahmoud C. Alkudsi- MBA. https://lnkd.in/dMWRXRMr

Markets eagerly anticipate the U.S. CPI report for July, which could determine whether the Federal Reserve lowers interest rates by 25 or 50 basis points at its September meeting. Our Senior Market Strategist, Mahmoud C. Alkudsi- MBA, caught up with Asharq Business اقتصاد الشرق to discuss what it could mean if the results come in lower than expected – as even a 50-basis point cut, has the potential to decrease the likelihood of a recession and boost risk appetite. https://lnkd.in/d3ac4ZHG

All eyes will be on the US inflation levels as the results for July are set to be released. While investors expect the YoY CPI to fall, how might the results impact the markets - especially a safe-haven asset like gold? In his latest article, our Senior Market Strategist, Mahmoud C. Alkudsi- MBA outlines what could happen if the inflation data comes in lower than expected and what this could mean for stocks and gold prices. Learn more in Mahmoud's article here. https://lnkd.in/d5CJfPsZ

After last week's sell-off, markets have regained most of their losses. This week, investors are focused on key economic data releases, including the Producer Price Index (PPI), Consumer Price Index (CPI), and US retail sales figures. These indicators will provide a clearer view of the US economy’s performance and may offer insights into the Federal Reserve’s upcoming decision in September. Learn more about other key events in our Week Ahead Preview from our Senior Market Strategist Mahmoud C. Alkudsi- MBA. https://lnkd.in/dH4DPrcF