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Saturday Nov 29 2025 15:50
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The gold and silver markets have experienced sharp volatility in the past week, driven by various factors including a data center outage at the CME Group. Gold prices surged significantly, approaching $4200, while silver reached record highs, surpassing $56.
As the pre-FOMC (Federal Open Market Committee) communications blackout period approaches, investors are anticipating a series of important economic data releases in the coming week. In addition, major traders are expected to return from their holidays, potentially increasing trading volume and market volatility.
Following a string of hawkish comments from Federal Reserve officials, a dovish trend has re-emerged in the past ten days, bringing the possibility of a rate cut at the December meeting back into focus. The probability of a 25-basis-point rate cut on December 10th has increased dramatically, triggering reactions in financial markets.
Federal Reserve officials typically guide Wall Street toward their final decisions to avoid surprises. However, in only three instances out of 20 Fed meetings over the past two years have traders not fully priced in the outcome leading up to the policy decision.
Next week will be crucial in determining the direction of the markets, as economic data and statements from Federal Reserve officials provide further clarity on future monetary policy.
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