International News
US jewellery, watches sales up by 4.4 per cent year-on-year
Sales of watches and jewelry in the US showed further signs of growth in December 2024, up 4.4 per cent year-on-year, according the latest figures from the US Department of Commerce. But there’s been a marked slowdown since the 10 per cent increases of last September and October.
November saw sales up by just 3.0 per cent, revised down from 5.8 per cent based on actual through-the-till transactions rather than estimates. October has been revised up from 9.7 per cent to 10.0 per cent.
The average monthly year-on-year growth for the full year is 5.4 per cent, so December was little below par. Having said that, it was the 15th consecutive month of growth after a long period (the end of 2022 and much of 2023) of falling sales.
International News
Platinum Market Demonstrates Strong Resilience With Price Recovery
Rebound In Platinum Prices Is Primarily Attributed To Softer U.S. Dollar Sentiment and Declining Treasury Yields
Global commodities markets are observing a significant shift in precious metals, as platinum (XPL) demonstrates a robust price recovery following a stabilization period in key support zones. The asset class is currently experiencing a constructive short-term upward trajectory, heavily influenced by shifting macroeconomic indicators and evolving geopolitical dynamics.
The recent rebound in platinum prices is primarily attributed to a confluence of favorable macroeconomic factors, including softer U.S. dollar sentiment and declining Treasury yields. This capital reallocation toward precious metals has been further accelerated by a preliminary U.S.- Iran peace agreement. The geopolitical breakthrough has effectively mitigated energy inflation anxieties, providing a tailwind for industrial and precious commodities alike.
From a technical perspective, platinum has successfully established a firm baseline within the $1,650–$1,750 support corridor. Current market momentum indicates a near-term progression toward the $1,850–$1,900 resistance zone.
While current indicators support a bullish short-term structure, institutional analysts emphasize that the asset’s mid-to-long-term trajectory remains contingent upon upcoming regulatory and macroeconomic milestones.
The impending Federal Reserve policy decision serves as a critical focal point for the market. Stakeholders are advised to monitor the following primary risk factors that could impact market consolidation or trigger a breakout:
- Monetary Policy Signalling: A hawkish stance from the Federal Reserve could strengthen the U.S. dollar, potentially capping platinum’s upward momentum.
- Industrial Demand: As a dual-use asset, platinum’s long-term valuation remains closely tied to global industrial manufacturing output.
- Technical Breakouts: Sustained price action above the $1,900 threshold will be required to validate a broader macro-rally toward the next institutional target of $2,170.
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