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The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to keep its cash rate on hold at 4.35% when it announces its policy decision at 2.30PM on the 5th of November, 2024. Despite ongoing evidence of soft demand, upside risks to inflation are likely to remain the central bank’s primary concern.

As the US elections get closer we look at how Trump’s tariff plans could affect markets.

Last week, we explored the basic fundamental and technical approaches to gold trading. Having covered the key price drivers of this critical asset and how you might use data to trade it, you’re ready to assess the conditions for entry. But there are a range of markets that can effectively give you exposure to gold.

The US earnings season has started on a positive note, with major banks exceeding expectations and boosting market sentiment.Key themes for the sector include investments in artificial intelligence, capital expenditure returns, and consumer trends in advertising and e-commerce. The S&P 500 continues to climb, driven by strong earnings, resilient economic growth, and the potential for interest rate cuts. Keep an eye on significant support and resistance levels as the market tests new record highs.

Markets are convinced the European Central Bank (ECB) will cut rates by 25 basis points again at Thursday’s meeting.

Australia's labour market remained stable in September 2024, with the unemployment rate forecast to hold at 4.2%, supported by a 25,200 person rise in employment. Despite the economy teetering on the edge of recession, strong hiring trends persist, challenging market economists' predictions.

Last week, we visualised the key potential drivers of gold in a chart focused on recent performance. Understanding the factors that can move gold prices is essential, but translating that knowledge into effective trading strategies is where the real potential can lie.