S&P 500 Retreats Despite Powell’s Renomination, XLF Gains as U.S. Yields Soar

The S&P 500 closes lower at the start of the week, despite an earlier rally triggered by Powell's renomination to Fed chair. Meanwhile, the XLF ETF climbs about 1.4% on rising bond yields.

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FX Week Ahead – Top 5 Events: RBNZ Rate Decision; German Ifo Business Climate Index; US Durable Goods Orders; US Core PCE; November FOMC Minutes

The shortened holiday week packs in all of its important events and releases on Wednesday.

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NZD/USD Rate Outlook Hinges on RBNZ’s Last Rate Decision for 2021

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) interest rate decision may sway the near-term outlook NZD/USD as the central bank is expected to deliver another rate hike.

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Gold Price Forecast: Gold Gutted After Powell Nom, XAU/USD Bear Flag

Gold prices are getting crushed today after Chair Powell was nominated for a second term, giving more credence to the 'transitory' narrative around inflation.

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