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Group 1 - The USD/CAD exchange rate is experiencing a high-level consolidation, with the price reported at 1.3872, showing little change from the previous day's close of 1.3868, indicating a balance between the support from oil prices for CAD and data support for USD [1] - The recent rebound in oil prices, driven by geopolitical risks in the Baltic region and increased attacks on Russian oil tankers by Ukraine, has provided strong support for the CAD, which is closely tied to international oil price fluctuations [1] - The Canadian economy, as a major oil exporter, benefits from rising oil prices, which improve export revenues and trade surplus expectations, thereby strengthening the valuation logic for CAD [1] Group 2 - There is a significant divergence in the policy outlook of the Bank of Canada, with major banks holding varied views on interest rate direction; some expect a 50 basis point hike to 2.75% by year-end due to inflation pressures, while others predict a rate cut below 2% to stimulate the economy [2] - The resilience of the USD is attributed to strong economic data from the U.S. and delayed expectations for Fed rate cuts, with initial jobless claims dropping to 198,000 and retail sales rebounding, reinforcing the logic for maintaining restrictive policies [2] - The technical analysis indicates that the USD/CAD is in a high-level consolidation phase, with key resistance at 1.3925-1.3930 and support at 1.3850-1.3860, driven by oil price fluctuations and central bank policy expectations [3]

Core Viewpoint - Trump's hesitation regarding the nomination of Kevin Hassett as the Federal Reserve Chairman has disrupted the recent calm in the U.S. Treasury market, with market participants reassessing potential interest rate paths based on different candidates' policies [1][5]. Group 1: Market Reactions - Following Trump's comments, betting markets indicated a significant drop in Hassett's chances of being nominated, with former Fed governor Waller's probability rising to nearly 60% [1][3]. - The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield surged to 4.23%, the highest level since September 2 of the previous year, while the 2-year yield reached its highest point since December 9 [3][4]. Group 2: Candidate Analysis - Hassett was previously viewed as the leading candidate to succeed current Fed Chair Powell, known for his loyalty to Trump and potential to advocate for interest rate cuts. His exit could lead to a more hawkish candidate being appointed [3][6]. - Waller, in contrast, is seen as a more unpredictable candidate with a history of hawkish views, even advocating for rate hikes during the financial crisis. His recent calls for rate cuts have raised questions about his future policy direction [6][7]. Group 3: Market Conditions - The recent spike in Treasury yields followed a period of stability, with the 10-year yield trading within a narrow range of just 8 basis points earlier in the month [8][10]. - The low volatility in the Treasury market, indicated by the ICE BofA MOVE index dropping to its lowest level since September 2021, has contributed to the market's subdued activity [10].

Core Viewpoint - The dollar remains stable as market participants await the Federal Reserve's latest meeting minutes, which are anticipated to offer insights into the trajectory of interest rates in 2026 [1] Group 1 - The dollar's steady trading indicates market anticipation regarding future monetary policy [1] - The upcoming Fed meeting minutes are expected to provide critical information that could influence investor sentiment and market movements [1]

Group 1 - LME copper prices fell on August 11 due to the approval of partial resumption of operations at Codelco's El Teniente mine and a strengthening dollar, with three-month copper closing at $9,731.5 per ton, down $30.5 or 0.31% [1] - Codelco announced that Chilean regulatory authorities have approved the reopening of parts of the El Teniente mine that were not affected by the July 31 collapse, alleviating supply concerns in the market [3] - The LME reported a significant inflow of Chinese copper and Indian aluminum into registered warehouses in July, reducing the market share of Russian copper and aluminum [3] Group 2 - Other base metals also experienced declines, with three-month aluminum down $21.00 to $2,588.00, three-month zinc down $5.00 to $2,822.00, and three-month lead down $9.50 to $1,998.00 [2] - In contrast, three-month tin increased by $181.00 to $33,805.00, and three-month nickel rose by $195.00 to $15,351.00, indicating mixed performance across different metals [2] - The market is awaiting the upcoming U.S. inflation report, which may provide insights into the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions [3]

Market Overview - The US dollar index has strengthened, reaching the 100 mark for the first time since May 29, with an intraday increase of 0.23%, putting pressure on gold prices, which struggled to break the $3300 per ounce level [1] - The core PCE inflation for June has shown signs of deterioration, with a 3-month annualized rate of 2.6%, compared to 2.3% in the same period last year, indicating a potential challenge for the Federal Reserve's decision-making [1] Employment Data - The initial jobless claims for the week ending July 26 were reported at 218,000, slightly above the previous value of 217,000 and below the expected 224,000, which negatively impacted gold and silver prices [2] Commodity Market Reactions - President Trump's unexpected announcement to exclude refined copper from a 50% import tariff led to a record single-day drop in US copper prices, prompting investors to adjust their positions significantly [2] - The market is also reacting to comments from the US Treasury Secretary regarding expected economic acceleration, raising questions about the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions [2] Technical Analysis - The hourly chart for spot gold shows prices operating within the lower Bollinger Band, with a potential V-shaped reversal attempt after hitting $3267 per ounce, but facing significant resistance at the mid-band [3] - The 4-hour chart indicates that gold remains under pressure, needing to rise above $3320 or $3334 per ounce to confirm the end of the bearish trend [3] Daily Trends - The daily chart reveals that after hitting a high of $3435 per ounce, gold has experienced four consecutive days of declines, with selling pressure currently outweighing buying interest [5] - The MACD indicator suggests increasing buying pressure, but if gold falls below $3267 per ounce, the next support levels to watch are $3245 and $3250 per ounce [5] Investment Strategy - Suggested short positions for gold at $3334 with a stop loss of $10 and a target of $3290, and at $3345 with a stop loss of $10 and a target of $3300 [7]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent performance of the U.S. stock market, highlighting the positive impact of favorable employment data and upcoming economic indicators on investor sentiment. It also focuses on specific companies, Amazon and Tesla, analyzing their current market positions and potential future performance. Market Overview - The U.S. stock market saw significant gains last week, with the Dow Jones rising by 2.3%, the S&P 500 increasing by 1.7%, and the Nasdaq up by 1.6% [4][5]. - The S&P 500 and Nasdaq indices reached new highs, indicating a reduction in economic concerns among investors [4]. Economic Indicators - Investors are advised to closely monitor key economic indicators, including inflation, interest rates, and corporate earnings, as the July 9 tariff deadline approaches [6][7]. - The Federal Reserve's June meeting minutes are anticipated to provide insights into future interest rate directions [7]. Company Analysis: Amazon - Amazon's Prime Day shopping event is set to take place from July 8 to July 11, with expectations of strong stock performance [10][12]. - Sales during Prime Day are projected to reach $21 billion, a substantial increase of 60% compared to the previous year [12]. - Amazon's stock closed at $223.41, near its 52-week high of $242.52, with a three-month return rate of 30.6% [10][12]. - Analysts have rated Amazon's financial health at 3.09, indicating an "excellent" level, and Morgan Stanley has named it a "top investment choice" [13][16]. Company Analysis: Tesla - Tesla is facing challenges due to CEO Elon Musk's political involvement, which has led to increased stock volatility [18][19]. - The stock price has fluctuated significantly, dropping from a high of $488 in December to $315.35 recently, reflecting sensitivity to political and leadership risks [20][24]. - Concerns about Musk's focus on Tesla's core business amid political tensions have shaken investor confidence [25]. - Tesla's current stability rating is 2.45, categorized as "average," with predictions suggesting a potential decline to a more reasonable price of $276.84 [27].

Core Viewpoint - The Governor of the National Bank of Poland stated that the bank does not predict the direction of interest rates [1] Group 1 - The National Bank of Poland is currently refraining from making forecasts regarding interest rate movements [1]

Core Viewpoint - Goldman Sachs has reduced its risk exposure since the announcement of significant tariffs by President Trump in April, preparing for ongoing uncertainties in the market [1] Group 1: Risk Management - The company has moderately lowered its risk positions since April 2, indicating a prudent approach to managing potential market volatility [1] - Goldman Sachs is committed to taking on substantial risks for its clients while also aiming to reduce its own risk where possible [1] - The firm is preparing for continued uncertainty in the coming months by maintaining a larger liquidity buffer [1] Group 2: Economic Outlook - John Waldron, widely seen as a successor to current CEO David Solomon, described the tariff measures as "highly destructive" [1] - Companies are beginning to make business decisions based on the assumption that tariffs may rise to 10% to 15%, indicating a shift towards a more cautious capital expenditure and M&A environment [1] - Despite these challenges, the U.S. economy remains strong, supported by a solid job market and consumer spending, with a low likelihood of recession [1] Group 3: Market Concerns - Investors are increasingly worried about the unsustainability of the U.S. fiscal deficit, with voices from the bond market gaining attention [1] - The primary concern in the current market is the direction of interest rates, particularly the path of long-term rates, which are rising significantly in the U.S., Japan, and many other countries [1] - The increase in long-term yields may potentially suppress economic growth [1]