John Moncrief
John Moncrief is an active commodities and currency trader with nearly a decade in the industry. He also has several years of experience in writing market analysis and research notes.
John’s particular interest is in examining precious metals and currency trends through a focus on macroeconomic drivers and behavioral economic theory; although he’s probably spent at least as much time reading Stan Lee as he has Richard Thaler.
FOMC Recap: July 31
Good afternoon traders, that thing we all knew was happening…happened! The Federal Reserve rode in to the rescue of the American economy, whether the economy needed rescuing or not! Gold prices following the policy announcement and Chairman Powell’s press conference at sharply lower for the day, pricing current around $1412/oz in spot markets.
Gold Price Preview: July 29 - August 2
Good morning, traders. Welcome back to another week in the metals and currency markets. It’s going to be a big one, so let’s jump right in.

Gold Price Recap: July 22 - 26
Happy Friday, traders! Welcome back for our recap of the week in the metals markets. At time of writing, gold prices are trading steadily in the $1415-20 range ahead of one of the most anticipated FOMC meetings in over a year.
Gold Price Preview: July 22 - 26
Good morning traders, and welcome back to another week in the metals and currency markets.
Gold Price Recap: July 15 - 19
Happy Friday traders! Welcome to your recap of the week in the gold markets.
At the time of writing, gold prices have seen a $20 sell-off from the highs but still remain firmly in the black following a strong week that saw an ounce of the yellow metal selling for the most in six years.
Gold Price Preview: July 15 - 19
Good morning traders, and welcome back to another week in the metals markets!
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