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In October, Mexico’s jobless rate was recorded at 2.6%, below the anticipated 2.8%. This indicates an improvement in the employment situation within the country.
The unemployment rate is a vital economic measure, providing insight into the health of the labour market. A reduction in the rate suggests increased job availability and potentially signals economic growth.
The Global Economic Overview
The AUD/USD remains stable, while the Australian inflation rate remains consistent and the US dollar weakens. Copper’s price has risen above $11,000 per ton due to supply concerns, according to Commerzbank.
Platinum has reached its highest level in over a month, trading at $1,650, and silver has surged past $54, surpassing gold’s performance. In China, gold imports have dropped to a seven-month low.
India’s imports of Russian oil have hit a five-month high in November. The EUR/USD is below 1.1600 after German inflation data showed an annual CPI inflation holding at 2.3%.
GBP/USD is decreasing towards 1.3200 amidst a cautious market atmosphere. Gold consolidates below $4,200 but has gained over 2.5% for the week, supported by expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut.
Expectations From The Federal Reserve
The coming weeks hinge on US data confirming the market’s expectation for a Federal Reserve rate cut. Currently, Fed funds futures are pricing in an over 85% probability of a 25-basis-point cut at the December meeting, a significant shift from the tightening cycle we saw end earlier this year. Any surprise in the upcoming PCE inflation or jobs data could violently shift these odds and drive volatility.
This dovish sentiment is keeping gold prices firm below $4,200 an ounce, making it one of the best performers this month. We should consider call options on XAU/USD to capitalize on a potential rally if the data comes in soft, confirming the Fed’s path. This strategy provides upside exposure while limiting downside risk if the central bank narrative changes.
Industrial metals are showing incredible strength, with copper surging past $11,000 per ton due to persistent supply concerns and rising demand from the green energy sector. Silver, now above $54, benefits from both its industrial use and as a monetary hedge, suggesting long positions in futures contracts could be profitable. We’ve seen this pattern before, such as during the 2020-2021 recovery, where industrial demand drove prices sharply higher.
The prospect of a weaker US dollar is supporting currencies like the Australian Dollar, though AUD/USD momentum is capped by stubborn domestic inflation. With EUR/USD and GBP/USD showing signs of consolidation, using options to trade ranges, such as iron condors, may be prudent until a clear trend emerges post-US data. Thin holiday trading volumes last week may have exaggerated some of these moves, so we should be cautious.
Mexico’s economy looks surprisingly robust, with the unemployment rate falling to 2.6% in October, well below forecasts. This follows data showing Mexico’s Q3 GDP grew a solid 3.1% year-over-year, buoyed by nearshoring investments. Derivative plays favoring a stronger peso, such as buying MXN calls against the dollar, seem justified by this strong fundamental picture.
In the crypto space, sentiment remains overwhelmingly bearish following the October 10 flash crash that erased significant retail capital. Open interest in Bitcoin futures has declined by nearly 30% since the crash, indicating a lack of conviction from traders. Buying put options on major cryptocurrencies or related equities could serve as a hedge against further downside.
