Matthew Bolden
Matthew Bolden is an active trader and investor. His passions include writing about financial markets in a simple, pragmatic way. His work has been seen in various arenas within the world of global finance, and he has written commentary on several markets including precious metals, stocks, currencies and options.
Matthew is an avid reader, student of the markets and sports enthusiast who resides in the greater Chicago area.

U.S. Stocks Tumble, Push Gold to Three Month High
Gold prices are up sharply in early action on Tuesday as U.S. equity markets plunged. Gold is now trading at a three month high as risk aversion takes center stage.

Chinese Stocks Come Roaring Back
Chinese stocks have been the subject of much concern and speculation in recent weeks. Worries over a potential slowdown in China and a corresponding drop in Chinese equities have fanned the flames of caution. Until yesterday, at least.

Philadelphia Fed Manufacturing Beats October Expectations
The latest reading of the Philly Fed Manufacturing Index showed steady, high level growth for the month of October. Although the gauge saw a slight decline from a September reading of 22.9 to a current reading of 22.2, all indications are that the economy continues to expand.

Housing Data Weaker Than Expected
U.S. homebuilding saw a decline greater than expected in September as construction activity in the South declined by the most in several years. The large decline could be due, at least in part, to the effects of Hurricane Florence.
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