Oil prices inched higher on Monday, but gains remained modest as uncertainty over U.S.-China trade talks and the prospect of increased OPEC+ output continued to weigh on the outlook for global growth and fuel demand. Brent crude futures rose 21 cents, or 0.3%, to $67.08 a barrel by 0742 GMT. …
Read More »Asian Stocks Mixed as Toyota Surges, U.S.-China Trade Uncertainty Lingers
Asian stock markets traded mixed on Monday, with Japanese shares outperforming following a surge in Toyota shares, while Chinese markets remained subdued amid persistent uncertainty over U.S.-China trade talks. Wall Street closed last week with gains across major indexes, but U.S. stock futures pointed lower during Asian hours as trade …
Read More »Bank of Japan Expected to Hold Rates Steady Amid Rising Global Trade Risks
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) is widely expected to leave interest rates unchanged at its policy meeting concluding on Thursday, while warning of mounting risks to the fragile Japanese economy stemming from U.S. tariff escalation. Governor Kazuo Ueda signaled last week in Washington that while the BOJ remains committed to …
Read More »Weekly market recap: China dictates market directions
US dollar managed to grasp confidence of investors gradually after positive developments of a potential trade deal between Washington and Beijing throughout last trading week. The possibility to de-escalate trade war between USA and China after increased US president Donald Trump said that the huge tariffs on China could be …
Read More »Noor Capital | Mohammed Hashad’s Interview on Dubai TV – April 24, 2025
Mohammed Hashad, Chief Strategist, Head of Research and Development at Noor Capital, and a member of the American Association of Technical Analysts, commented on how to interpret the conciliatory tone in recent statements by U.S. President Donald Trump, contrasted by China’s firm and non-conciliatory rhetoric. Hashad explained that, looking at …
Read More »Wall Street Wins the Week Despite Trade Winds and Economic Concerns
A resilient Wall Street concluded a positive week, with gains fueled by the market’s heavyweight stocks, effectively overshadowing the mixed signals emanating from President Trump’s trade negotiations. The rally in these influential mega-cap companies propelled the S&P 500 past the 5,500 milestone, marking its longest streak of gains since the …
Read More »Gold Retreats Below $3,300 on Dimmed Trade Hopes, Firmer Dollar
Gold prices took a sharp dive below the $3,300 threshold, shedding over 1.60% to trade at $3,294, as fading hopes for a US-China trade resolution bolstered the US Dollar. Despite a dip in US Treasury yields and a slightly softer US Dollar Index (DXY), which edged up 0.23% to 99.51, …
Read More »Bitcoin Consolidates Near $94,000 Amidst Strong Institutional Demand and Shifting Market Sentiment
Bitcoin’s price is currently consolidating around the $94,000 mark, with a 0.85% gain on Friday, maintaining the significant 10% gain it experienced earlier in the week. This upward momentum has been largely attributed to robust institutional demand, evidenced by substantial inflows into U.S. spot Bitcoin Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs). These …
Read More »Dollar Climbs Amid Trade Talk Confusion and Fed Rate Cut Hopes
The US Dollar gained ground on Friday, with the US Dollar Index (DXY) rising 0.37% to hover near 99.65, as markets grappled with conflicting signals on US-China trade negotiations. Optimism sparked by suggestions of ongoing dialogue and potential tariff relief was quickly tempered by China’s firm denial of any active …
Read More »Trump Signals Moderate Stance on Tariffs Amid Market Volatility
In a recent address, US President Donald Trump offered a conciliatory tone regarding the nation’s tariff policies, suggesting a willingness to adopt a more “reasonable” approach. This statement comes amidst ongoing market fluctuations and heightened global economic tensions. Trump further asserted that markets are adapting to the current tariff landscape, …
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