Archive for the ‘managed futures’ Category

New Discovery on the Carlin Trend in Nevada

Assays from this discovery hole have been received to a depth of 268 meters, whereas the rig continues to drill and currently has reached a depth of 549 meters. Thus, further assays are likely to be published over the next days or weeks.

Cheers or Jeers?

Gold and silver prices headed lower this morning while platinum and palladium extended their Tuesday rally with fairly hefty additional gains.

Gold Prices ‘At Risk from New Greek Crisis’

Gold prices hovered just below $1,760 per ounce during London’s Wednesday morning trading, after a rally in Tuesday’s US session saw gold gain 1.3%. Silver prices softened slightly but held above $34 per ounce.

Copper Vulnerable on S&P 500 Futures Risk Aversion

Copper shot higher yesterday after a deal on the second Greek bailout removed the uncertainty that prevented prices from fully capitalizing on a Chinese interest rate cut announced in the previous day.

Trading Silver with Options to Earn 127% in 4 Months

Soaring investment demand, continued industrial use, a growing supply shortage, and falling ore quality all signal a sharply bullish outlook for the “poor man’s precious metal.” So, how can you position yourself to profit from silver’s coming advance without exposing yourself to the excessive risk?

Who’s Buying Gold in China?

China’s massive trade surplus is fast shrinking, however.

CFTC fines New York firm $140,000 for violating spec limits

CFTC orders New York Firm D.E. Shaw & Co. L.P.

Dollar index crosses critical resistance

Dollar index analysis in the context of global sentiment and equity moves.

Franc bids higher amid aimless forex market

DailyFX forex winners and losers

Gold heads lower after profit-taking

Daily metals update including analysis of gold and silver