Gold Pops Above $4,000 While Oil Rebounds, Eyes on Fed Minutes
Today’s Market Insights: Wednesday, 8.10.2025
📈 Market Mood:
Neutral - record gold and a small oil bounce are offset by a firmer dollar and mixed global risk appetite.
🗓 Today’s Key Events:
15:30 London / 10:30 New York - U.S. EIA Crude Oil Inventories - moves oil and energy equities.
19:00 London / 14:00 New York - FOMC Minutes (Sep meeting) - clues on the Fed’s next steps.
🌐 Market Moving News:
Gold breaks above $4,000 on safe-haven demand and rate-cut hopes.
Oil edges higher after OPEC+ limits November output increase to a small 137k bpd.
Dollar firms while yen wobbles on Japan political headlines; global stocks softer.
Asset Snapshots:
🔴 S&P 500: Bearish - U.S. equities slipped into Tuesday’s close.
🟢 USD (DXY): Bullish - dollar strengthens as yen and euro weaken.
🟢 Gold: Bullish - trades above $4,000, setting fresh records.
🟢 Oil: Bullish - WTI up ~0.8% after OPEC+’s smaller hike.
🔴 Bitcoin: Bearish - crypto shares fell as bitcoin pulled back.
Bias Meter:
⚖️ Neutral - strength in gold and a firmer oil tape are balanced by a stronger dollar and softer stocks ahead of Fed minutes.
Price Action Notes:
Gold - watch for holds above $4,000; failure could trigger quick profit-taking.
Oil - inventory surprise at 10:30 New York can flip intraday momentum.
FX - if dollar extends gains, it may pressure equities and commodities into the minutes.
Volatility Watch (VIX)
17.08 - roughly steady vs recent days, signaling a cautious but not fearful backdrop.
What’s the one move you’re watching today?
Trade smart and enjoy the ride.
Disclaimer:
This newsletter is for information only and not financial advice. Markets carry risk, and past performance does not guarantee future results. Always do your own research or consult a qualified advisor before making investment decisions.