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The US dollar steadied against major currencies as investors assessed President-elect Trump's tariff promises and awaited key inflation data. The New Zealand dollar rose following a 50 basis point rate cut by its central bank, while the Israeli shekel reached a three-month high amid a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah. The dollar index dipped slightly, reflecting recent volatility influenced by political developments.
Donald Trump has appointed Kevin Hassett to lead the National Economic Council, enhancing his economic team as he prepares for his inauguration on January 20. Hassett, who previously chaired the Council of Economic Advisers, will play a key role in shaping policies on trade, taxes, and deregulation. Alongside this, Trump has nominated Jamieson Greer as U.S. Trade Representative and indicated plans to raise tariffs on Chinese goods and products from Mexico and Canada.
U.S. markets reached record highs despite President-elect Trump's tariff threats, with the S&P 500 rising 0.57% and the Dow Jones up 0.28%. However, automakers like GM and Stellantis faced declines due to proposed 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico. A permanent ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah is set to begin, while the Fed plans to gradually lower interest rates if inflation stabilizes at 2%.
Gold prices are expected to reach $2,900 per ounce by the end of 2025, driven by geopolitical tensions and fiscal concerns, according to UBS analysts. Despite recent declines due to profit-taking and shifting rate-cut expectations, the outlook remains positive, with strong support for gold and continued central bank buying anticipated. Currently, spot gold is trading around $2,628.84 per ounce, reflecting a 27.4% increase in 2024.
US Treasury bonds declined as President-elect Donald Trump threatened new tariffs on trade partners, undermining gains from Scott Bessent's appointment to lead the department. Yields rose by one to four basis points across various maturities following Trump's announcement of a 10% tariff on Chinese goods and a 25% tariff on products from Mexico and Canada. The market had previously surged on hopes that Bessent could influence Trump's trade policies.
The potential for significant currency market volatility looms as President-elect Trump threatens to impose tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China, with strategists warning that these moves may serve more as negotiation tactics than actual policy. Analysts predict that such tariffs could lead to a stronger U.S. dollar and increased pressure on foreign currencies, particularly the Mexican peso, which could see dramatic shifts in response to tariff announcements. The market anticipates a prolonged negotiation process, with the possibility of retaliatory measures complicating the landscape further.
The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield rose to 4.291% as investors awaited the release of Federal Reserve meeting minutes and key economic data. With a 56% chance of further rate cuts anticipated, attention is also on the upcoming personal consumption expenditures price index, the Fed's preferred inflation measure. Additionally, President-elect Donald Trump's selection of Scott Bessent as Treasury secretary has eased concerns about economic stability.
U.S. stocks rallied to record highs following President-elect Donald Trump’s Treasury secretary pick, Scott Bessent, who is viewed favorably by Wall Street. The S&P 500 rose 0.3%, with small-cap stocks outperforming, while bond yields fell. Trump announced plans for increased tariffs on imports from China, Mexico, and Canada, which could impact trade relations.
European markets are set to open lower as investors react to potential tariff increases from President-elect Donald Trump, who plans to impose a 10% tariff on all Chinese goods and 25% on products from Mexico and Canada. Gold prices fell nearly 3.5% following these announcements, while buyback strategies in Europe continue to show strong performance despite the overall market gloom. Meanwhile, the Dow Jones and S&P 500 reached all-time highs, buoyed by optimism surrounding Trump's Treasury pick, Scott Bessent.
The ASX 200 fell 38 points (-0.45%) to 8380 amid market reactions to the president-elect's tariff plans, which could see a modest increase in tariffs on Chinese imports. Energy stocks declined following a 3.1% drop in crude oil prices, while the banking sector was pressured by APRA's decision to maintain the mortgage serviceability buffer. Despite a slight recovery in iron ore prices, gold stocks suffered losses due to geopolitical developments and fiscal policy changes.
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