As the Bank of Canada prepares to announce its interest rate decision on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, expectations are mounting that the central bank will keep its benchmark rate unchanged at 2.75% for the third consecutive meeting. Persistent inflation, a surprisingly resilient labor market, and looming trade uncertainties with the …
Read More »Crude Oil Surges as Trump Issues Ultimatum to Russia
Crude oil prices soared on Tuesday, driven by heightened geopolitical tensions as the U.S. issued a bold ultimatum to Russia. The U.S. President announced a ten-day deadline for Russia to reach a deal with Ukraine, threatening severe economic sanctions, including steep tariffs on Russian crude oil and secondary penalties on …
Read More »Pound Slips Amid Risk-Off Sentiment and US-EU Trade Deal Concerns
The British pound faced modest losses on Tuesday, caught in the crosshairs of a resurgent US dollar and a broader shift in investor sentiment. Despite hopes for a boost from a newly announced US-EU trade agreement, the currency struggled as markets turned cautious, favoring safe-haven assets over riskier ones like …
Read More »Trade Talks Intensify as August 12 Tariff Deadline Looms
Global trade negotiations are heating up as the United States and China race against a looming August 12 deadline to resolve tariff disputes, with the U.S. signaling flexibility but maintaining pressure for favorable deals. Following the latest round of talks, optimism persists that progress is being made, though concrete agreements …
Read More »US Session Key Drivers: Markets Brace for Fed Decision as Dollar Surges
The US dollar charged to new multi-week peaks on Tuesday, fueled by growing uncertainties in global trade and eager anticipation for the Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest rate decision. Investors are also eyeing the critical Nonfarm Payrolls report later this week, which could further shape market dynamics. As the dollar strengthens, …
Read More »Earnings Deluge: Tech Giants and Industry Leaders Set to Drive Market Volatility This Week
Investors are bracing for a high-impact week as hundreds of American companies, including several market-moving giants, prepare to release their quarterly earnings reports on Tuesday, July 29, and Wednesday, July 30, 2025. These announcements will provide crucial insights into corporate financial health across diverse sectors and are expected to significantly …
Read More »FOMC Faces Firestorm: Unprecedented Split, Trump Pressure Looming Over Rate Decision
As the Federal Reserve prepares for its July meeting on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, a volatile mix of political pressure from President Donald Trump and an unprecedented 30-year split among governors threatens to shake its foundation. With Chair Jerome Powell under fire, the central bank is set to hold interest …
Read More »Boeing’s Q2 Performance Shows Improvement Amidst Ongoing Challenges
Boeing, the prominent aircraft manufacturer, reported a narrowed second-quarter loss and increased revenue, surpassing Wall Street’s expectations. This improvement comes as the company continues to navigate a series of operational and safety challenges.For the three months ending June 30, the company reported a loss of $611 million, or 92 cents …
Read More »Oil Prices Rally as Supply Tightened Over Global Dynamics
Crude Prices Bounce BackOn July 28, 2025, oil prices surged, with West Texas Intermediate (WTI, CL=F) climbing 2.38% to $66.71 per barrel and Brent crude (UKOIL) rising 1.82% to $69.53, up $1.24 from its previous close of $68.29. Brent traded within a daily range of $67.56 to $69.66, signaling a …
Read More »Earnings Recap: Markets Blaze and US Stocks Hold Steady
The US stock market kicked off a busy week with a dynamite wave of second-quarter earnings reports, as 87 companies unveiled their financial results. Despite economic uncertainties, including tariff pressures and inflation concerns, companies like Alerus Financial, Alliance Resource Partners, Ameris Bancorp, Amkor Technology, and Bank of Hawaii delivered solid …
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