Gold Micro Apr '26 (GRJ26)
Gold Micro Futures Market News and Commentary
The dollar index (DXY00) on Thursday rose by +0.17%.  The dollar recovered from a 6-week low on Thursday and moved higher as better-than-expected US economic news pushed T-note yields higher, strengthening the dollar’s interest rate differentials. Weekly jobless claims fell more than expected, and the Apr Philadelphia Fed business outlook survey unexpectedly rose to a 15-month high. Also, hawkish comments on Thursday from New York Fed President John Williams, who signaled he favors steady Fed policy, are supportive of the dollar.
The dollar initially moved lower on Thursday as the US and Iran are considering extending their ceasefire, which ends on Tuesday, by another two weeks to allow more time to negotiate a peace agreement, easing geopolitical concerns and reducing safe-haven demand for the dollar. Also, Thursday’s rally in the S&P 500 to a new record high reduced liquidity demand for the dollar.Â
US weekly initial unemployment claims fell -11,000 to 207,000, showi... Read more
Barchart · Thu Apr 16, 3:27PM CDT
Aluminum prices hit four-year highs on the threat of a blockade as U.S.-Iran talks collapsed. Should you buy Alcoa at this juncture?
Blue Line Futures · Thu Apr 16, 2:41PM CDT
On CNBC’s Power Lunch, Phil Streible breaks down why copper is emerging as a key strategic asset in 2026 and what’s driving the shift in the commodities...
Barchart · Thu Apr 16, 2:37PM CDT
The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Thursday rose by +0.17%. The dollar recovered from a 6-week low on Thursday and moved higher as better-than-expected US economic...
Gold Price Forecast · Thu Apr 16, 11:21AM CDT
The oil-USD-gold channel is being confirmed once again.
Barchart · Thu Apr 16, 9:40AM CDT
The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.17%. The dollar recovered from a 6-week low today and is moving higher on better-than-expected US economic...
Blue Line Futures · Thu Apr 16, 9:28AM CDT
Gold and silver approach a key level as markets assess the potential for an expanded move, with Phil Streible breaking down the setup and levels in focus...
Barchart · Fri Apr 17, 2:36AM CDT
Cencora is scheduled to report its second-quarter results next month, and analysts project a single-digit increase in earnings.
Barchart · Fri Apr 17, 2:33AM CDT
: Uber is set to report its first-quarter earnings next month, and analysts are anticipating a low double-digit decline in its bottom line.
Barchart · Fri Apr 17, 2:28AM CDT
Rockwell Automation is poised to report its fiscal second-quarter results shortly, with analysts forecasting double-digit earnings growth.
Barchart · Fri Apr 17, 2:25AM CDT
Electronic Arts is scheduled to report its first-quarter results soon, and analysts expect a solid double-digit earnings surge.
Barchart · Fri Apr 17, 2:22AM CDT
Paycom Software is set to report its first-quarter results shortly, and analysts are expecting a modest uptick in earnings per share.
Barchart · Thu Apr 16, 6:30PM CDT
Amazon’s new 25 billion dollar data‑center push underscores why American Tower’s tower network and CoreSite data‑center arm are valuable, giving...
Barchart · Thu Apr 16, 4:42PM CDT
Cotton futures continued the rally on Thursday, with contracts closing 11 to 71 points higher on the session. The US dollar index was $0.184 higher at...
Barchart · Thu Apr 16, 4:42PM CDT
Corn futures were busy reverting from the Wednesday gains on Thursday, with contracts down fractionally in the new crop contracts to 2 3/4 cents in the...
