ECB Rate Cut: The European Central Bank is anticipated to implement its first consecutive rate cut on Thursday.
CPI Data Releases: Consumer Price Index (CPI) data will be released in Canada, China, Japan, New Zealand, and the UK.
Economic Indicators: China's GDP and US retail sales figures are key focus points for investors this week.
Global chip stocks fell on Wednesday following ASML's disappointing sales forecasts. ASML shares dropped 5% in early European trading, adding to a 16% decline the previous day. ASML lost approximately 49.2 billion euros ($53.6 billion) in market capitalization in just one day.
Gold prices rose sharply for the second consecutive session on Wednesday. Escalating tensions in regions like Korea and the Middle East have increased gold's appeal as a safe haven. South Korea and the U.S. are monitoring North Korea's violations of UN sanctions, with recent border
XAU/USD is trading at $2,659.07. Weak performance in global stocks is boosting demand for gold. Federal Reserve officials are maintaining a neutral tone ahead of the November meeting. There is potential for XAU/USD to extend gains, with bulls targeting new record highs.
Gold is nearing its all-time high of $2,685. A decline in manufacturing activity in New York spurred recent buying interest. A price break above $2,685 would signal a new record high and continue the bullish trend. Market jitters from weaker U.S. manufacturing data led to a drop