The first look of the US annualised GDP is expected to show a 0.4% growth in Q1 2025, down from a robust 2.4% expansion in the final quarter of 2024. Goldman Sachs economists expect a negative 0.2% growth.
Commodities
Jewellers margin set to take a hit as gold leasing rates surge
The gold leasing rates by leading jewellery firms have shot up sharply as a tariff scare from the Trump administration has prompted global banks to secure the precious metal, leading to a supply crunch in India, among the top consumers of the metal.
Gold prices hit a weekly high of $2,930, now awaiting US data and Trump’s tariff news
Gold prices has entered a brief phase of upside consolidation as buyers take a breather before the next leg higher. The buying interest around the bright metal remains unabated amid sustained US Dollar (USD) weakness as increased odds of further interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve (Fed) due to US economic slowdown concerns.
Gold takes a breather after record run on trade war fears
Gold prices slipped on Tuesday as investors booked profits following a record high, yet remained bullish amidst fears of a global trade war spurred by U.S. President Donald Trump’s new tariffs.
Volatility in gold and silver prices will continue this week
“We expect gold (XAU/USD) and silver (XAG/USD) prices to remain volatile this week amid volatility inthe dollar index and concerns over the US tradewar and ahead of US Fed chairman’s testimony,”.
