Kyle Rodda

Renewed tensions between China and the US weigh on market sentiment, with gold and silver receiving another boost

A spike in US and China trade tensions over rare earths has ignited fresh volatility.

Several powerful tailwinds have pushed gold prices to the highest level in history.

Traders are pricing in a rate cut at the Reserve Bank of New Zealand's upcoming meeting but are divided over the size.

US data delay leaves markets focused on FOMC speakers and news headline with Japan in focus after their leadership change

Japan's Liberal Democrat Party elects Sanae Takaichi as its new leader, opening the door for more fiscal stimulus.

The Non-Farm Payrolls data is keenly awaited by traders looking to gauge the path for US interest rates, but may be delayed by the US government shutdown.

The US Government heads for another shutdown, potentially delaying economic data and leading to permanent lay-offs.

US equities continue their move higher as PCE shows prices were stable in August, focus now shifts to the NFP data on Friday

The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to keep the cash rate on hold at 3.60%.