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On April 18, it was reported that on April 17, Ding Xuexiang, Special Representative of President Xi Jinping, Member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, and Vice Premier of the State Council, and Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, Leader of the Nation of Turkmenistan and Chairman of the Council of Peoples Council, jointly attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the fourth phase of the Renaissance Gas Field project in Maly Region, Turkmenistan. Ding Xuexiang emphasized that the fourth phase of the Renaissance Gas Field project carries the earnest expectations of the top leaders of both countries and embodies the common aspirations of the people of both nations. He expressed hope that the relevant departments and enterprises of both sides would meticulously organize and scientifically construct the project, ensuring its solid and orderly progress. Ding Xuexiang stated that China is willing to work with Turkmenistan to take the fourth phase of the Renaissance Gas Field and other major projects as a new starting point to continuously deepen pragmatic cooperation in various fields, promote the development of both countries and regional prosperity and stability, and jointly build a closer China-Turkmenistan community with a shared future. Ding Xuexiang and Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov jointly visited an oil and gas equipment exhibition, gave instructions via video link to commence drilling operations on-site, and held a groundbreaking ceremony.The Federal Reserve accepted a total of $137 million from four counterparties in its fixed-rate reverse repurchase operations.On April 18, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Baghae stated on the 17th that the US-imposed maritime blockade against Iran is considered a violation of the ceasefire agreement, and Iran will take necessary measures in response. Baghae also emphasized that Iran is the "guardian" of the Strait of Hormuz, and if necessary, Iran will take uncompromising action to earnestly safeguard the interests and rights of its people.The total number of natural gas drilling rigs in the United States for the week ending April 17 was 125, compared with 127 in the previous week.The total number of oil rigs in the United States for the week ending April 17 was 410, compared with 411 in the previous week.

Ahead of preliminary US S&P PMI data, the XAU/USD remains sideways below $2,000, according to our Gold Price Forecast

Alina Haynes

Apr 20, 2023 13:49

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In the early European session, the Gold price (XAU / USD) is exhibiting erratic movements near $1,994.00. The precious metal is in a state of indecision as investors await the release of preliminary S&P PMI data for the United States on Friday.

 

After violent swings influenced by the Federal Reserve's (Fed) Beige Book, the US Dollar Index (DXY) is showing signs of volatility contraction below 102.00. The declining trend of advances to consumer and business loans by U.S. commercial banks has intensified concerns of a recession in the U.S. economy, despite the fact that economic activity in 12 Fed districts remained virtually unchanged. To prevent a decline in asset quality, banks have tightened credit disbursement requirements.

 

In the meantime, S&P futures have recorded sizeable losses during the Asian session, as investors are wary of firms' comments regarding revenue guidance. The market anticipates that constrained credit conditions will impact the working capital management of cash-reliant companies, thereby affecting their output.

 

The market expects preliminary US S&P PMI data to reveal a Manufacturing PMI reading of 49.0, a decrease from the previous reading of 49.9. The Services PMI is anticipated to decrease to 51.5 from 52.6 previously reported.


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