Trade negotiation

Gold prices were little changed on Thursday as investors waited to see if the United States would slap fresh tariffs on Chinese goods this weekend, while palladium continued its record run on fears of a deepening supply deficit.Spot gold was flat at $1,474.71 per ounce, as of 0453 GMT. U.S. gold futures were up 0.3 % at $1,479 per ounce."The key issue for many markets in the near-term is the trade negotiations between China and the U.S. Both Beijing and Washington have indicated the worst-case scenario is the tariffs would be delayed," said Michael McCarthy, chief market strategist at CMC Markets.Close "If we saw tariffs introduced on Sunday, that would be a real positive for gold," he added. related news 'Fed gives gold players little more to hold on to' US-Taliban talks to take 'brief pause' after airbase attack Gold price today: Yellow metal dips on reports of US-China trade deal The bullion is often seen as an alternative investment during times of political and … [Read more...] about Gold adrift as US tariff deadline approaches

Highlights- Historic win for Conservative party reduces political uncertainty- Victory an implied affirmation for Brexit- Next step: Deal follow-through in Parliament; Transition in focus- Positive for pound, UK equities (smallcaps) and Indian exporters to UKUK’s Conservative party led by Prime Minister Boris Johnson has secured a resounding election mandate which will put much of Britain's political uncertainties to rest. The unusual election, which was fought primarily on Brexit, has led to a massive win for Conservatives last seen when Margaret Thatcher had come to power. This is also seen as the second UK referendum in favour of Brexit.With the mandate, Johnson can easily pass the first hurdle of UK Parliament’s approval for his Brexit plan. The Street is expecting a quick follow-through in Parliament and an anticipated ratification from the European Union (EU). While sketchy details of a free trade agreement will keep politics and markets on the edge, the market is … [Read more...] about Huge mandate for UK’s Johnson clears political fog, India Inc smiles

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