U.S. stock futures saw modest gains on Thursday as investors weighed the implications of a trade agreement with Vietnam, alongside anticipation of the monthly jobs report. The cautious optimism surrounding the trade deal and upcoming economic data kept sentiment in check ahead of the July 4 Independence Day holiday. Stock …
Read More »Bitcoin and Cryptocurrencies Surge Amid Trade Optimism and Economic Data Anticipation
Bitcoin extended its gains on Thursday, building on the momentum from the prior session as improved sentiment in U.S. trade relations and broader risk appetite spurred positive price action. The cryptocurrency broke out of its typical $103,000 to $108,000 trading range, although market participants are still cautious ahead of crucial …
Read More »UK Services Sector Sees Strong Growth in June, Exceeding Expectations
The UK services sector saw its fastest expansion in nearly a year in June, according to the latest data released by S&P Global. The Services Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) climbed to 52.8, up from 50.9 in May, signaling robust growth in the sector. This positive reading not only exceeded the …
Read More »European Stocks Rise Amid Trade Optimism and Caution Ahead of U.S. Jobs Report
European stocks gained on Thursday, continuing the positive momentum from Wall Street, though caution persisted as investors awaited the release of the crucial U.S. jobs report later in the day. Trade Optimism Drives European Equity Markets At 03:05 ET (07:05 GMT), the pan-European STOXX 600 index rose by 0.3%, with …
Read More »Oil Prices Slip Amid Trade Concerns, U.S. Tariff Uncertainty, and Potential Output Hikes
Oil prices experienced a slight dip on Thursday, following a 3% gain in the previous session, as market sentiment was dampened by growing concerns over potential U.S. tariff reinstatement and anticipated production hikes by major oil producers. Oil Prices Fall Amid U.S. Tariff Concerns Brent crude futures fell 53 cents, …
Read More »Gold Prices Hold Steady Amid Fiscal Concerns and Trade Uncertainty Ahead of Key U.S. Jobs Data
Gold prices held steady in Asian trading on Thursday, following three consecutive days of gains. Investors adopted a cautious stance as they awaited key U.S. payroll data, which is expected to provide further insight into the Federal Reserve’s future policy actions. Gold Supported by U.S. Fiscal Deficit Concerns Spot gold …
Read More »Market Movers- US Session: NFP and Key Data to Steer Markets and Assets on July 3
On Thursday, July 3, 2025, investors and traders will zero in on a critical lineup of US economic releases, with the Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report headlining. Forecasted to show a modest 110,000 job gain for June, down from May’s 139,000, and an unemployment rate ticking up to 4.3% from 4.2%, …
Read More »AI Stocks Surge: Can Canadian Innovators Ride the Wave to Massive Gains?
The artificial intelligence (AI) sector is sparking a frenzy in global markets, with chipmakers like AMD outpacing Nvidia in one-month gains and Micron Technology doubling since April, signaling robust demand for AI infrastructure. Meanwhile, Canadian AI stocks are quietly carving out their own path, with companies like WELL Health Technologies …
Read More »US Bond Yields Climb Amid Trade Talks and NFP Data Anticipation
US bond yields have been rising since the start of trading on Wall Street, driven by anticipation of trade negotiation outcomes between the United States and its trading partners, as investors await remaining employment indicators due by Friday. The yield on 10-year Treasury bonds reached 4.292%, matching the previous day’s …
Read More »Fed’s Barkin Warns of Tariff-Driven Inflation Amid Consumer Pushback
Richmond Federal Reserve President Thomas Barkin has warned that upcoming tariffs could fuel inflation, though consumer resistance may limit price hikes. As the US navigates trade talks, with a US-Vietnam deal reducing tariffs on electronics and textiles and a US-EU agreement looming by July 9, 2025, Barkin notes that tariffs …
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