This past week was quite a rollercoaster for global risk assets! Picture this: just when you thought inflation was going to bring everything down, cooler-than-expected U.S. inflation data comes whipping in like a superhero to save the day. And if that wasn’t enough, dovish comments from FOMC member Waller sent Treasury yields tumbling from their 14-month highs—definitely a headline event that set the stage for an exciting week in the markets! Stocks, gold, and even bitcoin basked in the glow of newfound optimism, hitting fresh peaks. Meanwhile, tensions flared in the crude oil arena, bouncing between $77 and $80 amidst U.S. sanctions on Russian oil firms and chatter about potential ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas. In a world full of uncertainty, it seems like the markets are finding their rhythm… but what does this mean for the future? Buckle up, as we dive into this week’s recap! LEARN MORE.

Global risk assets caught a nice bid this week, thanks to cooler-than-expected U.S. inflation data and dovish remarks from FOMC members Waller.
Treasury yields plunged from 14-month highs, fueling gains across stocks, gold, and bitcoin, all of which hit fresh highs. Meanwhile, crude oil swung between $77 and $80 amid reports of U.S. sanctions on Russian oil firms and speculation about Israel-Hamas ceasefire talks.
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