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D Prime August 2026 trading volume reached USD 228.67B as shifting Fed expectations, gold gains, and yen volatility kept market activity elevated. 

D Prime July 2026 trading volume reached USD 239.91B, setting a new 2026 high as gold, forex, and yen volatility boosted activity.

D Prime June 2026 trading volume reached USD 122.27B as gold fell, geopolitical risks eased, and Fed rate hike expectations weighed on activity. 

Rising oil prices and the US–Iran conflict are reshaping inflation, Fed policy, and markets. Explore the growing risk of stagflation.

Rising oil prices and the US–Iran conflict are reviving stagflation risks. See how inflation, Fed policy, and markets could shift next. 

Gold vs Bitcoin: Which wins the safe-haven race? With peace talks and Fed cuts looming, discover what history and charts suggest for your portfolio.

Reflecting on 2024 is the first step to planning for 2025. At the year’s start, the biggest focus was on when the Fed would begin cutting interest rates. After 12 months of ups and downs, the Fed has initiated its rate-cutting cycle, and the attention now shifts to the extent of rate cuts in 2025 […]

September CPI: Inflation at 2.4% The pace of price increases in September surprised many, as the US Labor Department reported an uptick in inflation. The Consumer Price Index (CPI), which measures the cost of goods and services, increased by 0.2% for the month, bringing annual inflation to 2.4%, slightly above expectations. Core Prices and Key […]

All Eyes on September’s CPI Report This week’s September CPI report is crucial for shaping the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decisions, as labor market and inflation data are the main factors guiding their policies. The outcome of the report could significantly influence financial markets, including stocks, bonds, commodities, and the dollar. Inflation Trends: August Data […]

U.S. stocks fall as the Fed’s 0.5% rate cut surprises investors. Discover how this decision impacts the U.S. dollar, gold prices, and market trends.