The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) surged 0.62%, inching closer to the 40,000 milestone, as investors embraced a wave of optimism driven by prospects of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in June and signs of easing US-China trade tensions. The rally, which saw the Dow rebound from a daily …

The escalating trade war between the United States and China shows no signs of abating, as President Donald Trump’s recent hints at a softer stance have failed to sway Beijing’s resolute preparations for a prolonged economic standoff. Despite Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent adopting a more conciliatory tone, China …

The US Dollar reversed course, sliding downward after two days of robust gains, as optimism surrounding a potential US-China trade deal evaporated. Earlier market enthusiasm, sparked by upbeat remarks from US officials about ongoing trade talks, quickly faded. On Thursday, China firmly stated that no trade negotiations with the United …

The Pound Sterling staged a robust recovery against the US Dollar on Thursday, climbing above 1.3300 with a 0.55% gain, as escalating US-China trade tensions rattled investor confidence in the Greenback. China’s demand for a complete rollback of tariffs met firm resistance from US officials, who dismissed unilateral concessions, deepening …

Tariffs are dominating economic discussions, casting a shadow of uncertainty that has stalled many businesses. Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller recently underscored the difficulties companies face as they navigate these trade policies. The prevailing mood indicates firms are reluctant to act decisively, preferring to wait for clearer tariff outcomes. This …

Gold prices plummeted by 2.71% on Wednesday, dropping from a daily high of $3,386 to $3,287.94, shedding $91.43. The decline was driven by a surge in risk-on sentiment, fueled by hopes of de-escalating US-China trade tensions and reassuring comments from President Donald Trump about Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. The …

The US Dollar Index (DXY) struggled to maintain momentum on Wednesday, hovering near 99.50 after relinquishing early gains from Asian trading. A combination of mixed economic data, uncertainty surrounding US trade policies, and a gloomy Federal Reserve Beige Book weighed on the Greenback. The DXY’s failure to sustain a push …

On April 23, 2025, IBM announced its first-quarter results, delivering earnings and revenue that exceeded analyst expectations. Despite a dynamic economic landscape, the company upheld its full-year financial guidance, reflecting confidence in its strategic focus on hybrid cloud and artificial intelligence (AI). IBM’s stock has outperformed the broader tech market …

The USD/CAD currency pair is trading steadily around the 1.3800 level during Wednesday’s North American session, posting modest gains after touching a six-month low earlier this week. The pair remains locked in a narrow range, with the Canadian Dollar (CAD) showing little volatility. Traders are sifting through recent economic data …

The US dollar continues its upward trajectory, buoyed by optimism surrounding a potential breakthrough in the ongoing trade dispute between Washington and Beijing, which has escalated into a full-fledged trade war. This positive sentiment stems from encouraging developments in trade tensions reported on Tuesday.US trade officials expressed confidence in achieving …