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The U.S. dollar gained ground on Thursday as geopolitical risks, particularly the escalating Israel-Iran conflict, drove investors toward safe-haven assets. Meanwhile, a flurry of central bank decisions, including an unexpected rate cut from Norway, kept market participants on edge. Geopolitical Tensions Boost Dollar’s Safe-Haven Status The dollar saw a modest …

The Bank of England (BOE) maintained its benchmark interest rate at 4.25% on Thursday, a widely expected decision as the central bank continues to pursue a gradual approach to monetary policy easing. This decision follows the BOE’s recent cut in May, when it reduced its Bank Rate by 25 basis …

Bitcoin rose marginally on Thursday, staying within its tight trading range as growing speculation over U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict kept investors cautious. The world’s largest cryptocurrency climbed 0.1% to $104,900.0 at 05:20 ET (09:20 GMT), with prices hovering between $103,000 and $108,000 over the past week, largely driven …

Gold prices dropped in Asian trade on Thursday as the Federal Reserve’s hawkish stance strengthened the U.S. dollar, putting pressure on bullion prices. Meanwhile, rising geopolitical risks, particularly the potential for U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict, capped the losses in gold. Spot Gold fell 0.5% to $3,353.92 per ounce, …

European stocks dropped on Thursday, with investors cautious ahead of a series of central bank meetings, as renewed speculation about U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict weighed on market sentiment. As of 03:15 ET (07:15 GMT), the DAX index in Germany fell 0.7%, the CAC 40 in France slipped 0.7%, …

Oil prices fell in volatile trading on Thursday as market participants weighed the likelihood of U.S. involvement in the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, while a stronger dollar provided resistance to recent gains in crude prices. Initially, oil prices dropped as much as 1% during early Asian trade, but the losses were …

The BoE is expected to hold its base rate at 4.25% on June 19, 2025, reflecting a cautious stance amid conflicting economic signals. UK inflation eased to 3.4% in May from 3.5% in April, driven by lower air fares and petrol prices, but food inflation surged to 4.4%, fueled by …

The U.S. economy is a powder keg, with President Donald Trump’s 10% “Liberation Day” tariffs, launched in April 2025, igniting global trade tensions and inflation fears. Meanwhile, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, whom Trump publicly called “stupid” for not slashing rates, is holding firm, keeping interest rates at 4.25%–4.50% for …

Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve, recently noted that economic uncertainty surged in April 2025 before beginning to subside. This shift frames the Fed’s upcoming decisions, particularly as the September meeting approaches. With inflation poised to climb and labor market dynamics shifting, the Fed’s path demands scrutiny. Here’s why …

The U.S. dollar staged a comeback after a turbulent day following the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision. This resilience sparks a broader conversation about the Fed’s cautious approach, the economy’s strength, and what lies ahead for global markets. The dollar’s recovery reflects not just market mechanics but a deeper trust …