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July, 2025

• 19 July 2025 1:48 am

  American Express Q2 2025 Earnings Surpass Forecasts Amid Market Jitters

  

  American Express unveiled a standout second-quarter performance for 2025 on Friday, July 18, 2025, exceeding analyst predictions with an earnings per share (EPS) of $4.08, surpassing the anticipated $3.87, a 5.43% beat. Revenue hit $17.86 billion, topping the $17.7 billion forecast by a slim 0.9%. Despite these gains, shares slid …

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• 19 July 2025 12:59 am

  Oil Prices Dip Amid Supply Shifts and OPEC+ Adjustments

  

  Oil prices softened this week, with West Texas Intermediate (WTI) settling at $67.34 per barrel as of 11:58 PM EEST on Friday, July 18, 2025, amid supply disruptions in Iraq and the gradual unwinding of OPEC+ production cuts during peak US summer demand. This volatile mix, unfolding against a backdrop …

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• 19 July 2025 12:39 am

  US Stocks End Mixed: Dow Slips as Sector Gains Offset Losses

  

  US markets closed with mixed results on Friday, July 18, 2025, as gains in Utilities, Consumer Goods, and Basic Materials lifted some stocks, while Oil & Gas, Healthcare, and Telecoms dragged others down. With the Dow dipping, the question arises—can this balance hold, or will broader trends dominate?Market Snapshot and …

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• 18 July 2025 11:05 pm

  Silver Price Outlook: XAG/USD Pauses Near Record Peaks

  

  Silver (XAG/USD) holds steady around $38.25 on Friday, following a 14-year high of $39.13 earlier this week. Supported by a bullish technical setup, the metal faces a pivotal moment—can it break through resistance, or will consolidation persist?Technical Support Fuels OptimismSilver remains anchored within an ascending channel on daily and weekly …

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• 18 July 2025 10:17 pm

  Trump Raises Tariff Stakes: Targets 15%-20% on EU Goods

  

  US President Donald Trump has intensified his trade stance on Friday, July 18, 2025, pushing for a minimum tariff of 15% to 20% on all European Union goods, according to sources briefed on the negotiations. As trade talks heat up, the question looms—can this escalate further, or will a compromise …

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• 18 July 2025 8:29 pm

  Will Trump really fire Fed’s Powell?

  

  Us president Donald Trump intensified his rhetoric on Wednesday, hinting at removing Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, sparking mixed investor reactions before backtracking. As political tensions mount, the question looms—can markets withstand this uncertainty, or will it erode confidence?Investor Jitters Reflect Political DramaTrump’s Oval Office comments, made during a meeting …

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• 18 July 2025 7:25 pm

  Gold Holds Steady: Dovish Fed Hints and Data Shape Outlook

  

  Gold prices find support on Friday, with XAU/USD hovering near $3,350, as a potential Federal Reserve softening and declining yields keep the market in play. With mixed momentum and key data in focus, the question arises—can gold maintain its footing, or will shifts tip the scales?Consumer Confidence and Housing Boost …

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• 18 July 2025 7:17 pm

  U.S. Consumer Sentiment Improves in July Amid Tariff Concerns

  

  U.S. consumer sentiment hit its highest point in five months in July, rising to 61.8, up from 60.7 in May. However, the reading remains well below its historical average, reflecting ongoing concerns surrounding the impact of U.S. tariffs. Consumer Sentiment Index and Inflation Expectations The University of Michigan’s consumer sentiment …

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• 18 July 2025 6:04 pm

  U.S. Stocks Edge Higher Amid Strong Earnings and Economic Resilience

  

  U.S. stocks saw a slight rise on Friday as investors digested positive second-quarter earnings reports and signs of a resilient economy, despite lingering tariff uncertainties. By 09:32 ET (13:32 GMT), the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 85 points or 0.2%, the S&P 500 index rose 12 points or 0.2%, and …

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• 18 July 2025 5:56 pm

  U.S. Stocks Edge Higher Amid Strong Earnings and Economic Resilience

  

  U.S. stocks saw a slight rise on Friday as investors digested positive second-quarter earnings reports and signs of a resilient economy, despite lingering tariff uncertainties. By 09:32 ET (13:32 GMT), the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 85 points or 0.2%, the S&P 500 index rose 12 points or 0.2%, and …

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• 18 July 2025 4:18 pm

  Oil Prices Surge Amid Drone Attacks and New EU Sanctions on Russia

  

  Oil prices saw a notable increase on Friday, extending the sharp gains from the previous session, driven by drone attacks on Iraqi oil fields and fresh sanctions from the European Union (EU) on Russia. As of 08:10 ET (12:10 GMT), Brent Oil Futures for September delivery rose 1.6% to $70.60 …

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• 18 July 2025 2:30 pm

  Bitcoin Reaches $120,000 as U.S. House Passes Landmark Crypto Bills

  

  Bitcoin surged above $120,000 in Asian trade on Friday, continuing its impressive rally and heading for its fourth consecutive weekly gain. The latest push was driven by optimism surrounding U.S. cryptocurrency legislation, with the U.S. House of Representatives clearing three bills aimed at establishing a clearer regulatory framework for digital …

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• 18 July 2025 1:35 pm

  European Stocks Rise Amid Strong Earnings and Positive Wall Street Lead

  

  European stocks rose on Friday, buoyed by a positive overnight performance on Wall Street, as investors digested a wave of favorable quarterly earnings reports. The DAX index in Germany climbed 0.5%, the CAC 40 in France gained 0.6%, and the FTSE 100 in the UK rose 0.2% at 03:05 ET …

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