Despite concerns about investor confidence in U.S. Treasury bonds, demand for these government securities remains strong. This ongoing interest comes even as rising yields suggest that some investors may be selling off their sovereign bonds. According to data from gold.org, the trading volume of U.S. Treasury bonds has reached an …
Read More »U.S. Stocks Plummet as Trade Tensions with China Intensify
U.S. stock markets continued their downward spiral on April 11, 2025, unable to capitalize on what seemed like a glimmer of hope in trade relations. A temporary 90-day suspension of certain tariffs, with potential for further extension, failed to lift investor spirits as escalating trade disputes took center stage. Wall …
Read More »Market Drivers – US Session: Markets Brace for US Inflation Data as Dollar Hits New Lows
Global financial markets are on edge as concerns over a potential US-China trade war continue to weigh heavily on investor sentiment, driving the US Dollar to fresh multi-month lows. The US Dollar Index (DXY) slumped below the critical 101.00 level, pressured by declining US yields across the board. On Friday, …
Read More »Trump Hints at Extending Tariff Suspension Beyond 90 Days
In a surprising twist to his trade policy, President Donald Trump has left the door open to extending a temporary 90-day suspension of tariffs, a decision he announced just last Wednesday. Speaking to the press during a government meeting, he emphasized that the pause could stretch longer if trade negotiations …
Read More »Treasury Turmoil: Tariff Fears Spark Wild Ride in U.S. Bills Market
The U.S. Treasury bills market has experienced significant turbulence in early April 2025, driven by a combination of policy uncertainties and shifting investor sentiment. The upheaval began gaining traction around April 8, when concerns over proposed tariffs, particularly a potential 104% tariff on Chinese goods, started to unsettle markets. This …
Read More »Navigating Uncertainty: Federal Reserve Officials Weigh in on Tariffs and Economic Outlook
Recent remarks from Federal Reserve officials highlight a growing sense of caution and complexity as they grapple with the potential economic fallout from proposed tariffs, alongside broader monetary policy challenges. The remarks, made in early April 2025, reflect a central bank navigating uncharted waters, with tariffs posing risks to inflation, …
Read More »Gold Holds Firm After Soaring Past $3,170 as Safe-Haven Demand Surges Amid Trade Tensions, Fed Easing Signals
Gold prices shattered records on Thursday, April 10, 2025, surging beyond $3,170 per troy ounce to trade above $3,160, fueled by a potent mix of safe-haven demand and macroeconomic uncertainty. The precious metal’s relentless climb reflects investors’ growing unease over an intensifying US-China trade war, a weakening US dollar, and …
Read More »Wall Street’s Liquidity: A Rebound Amid Persistent Challenges
Liquidity, the lifeblood of financial markets, has been a focal point for investors and analysts on Wall Street, particularly after turbulent periods marked by crises and volatility. In recent months, the narrative around liquidity in U.S. stocks and bonds has shifted, with signs of recovery tempered by underlying concerns. Analysts …
Read More »Trump’s 145% Tariff Blitz on China Sparks Global Economic Firestorm
President Donald Trump’s bold tariff overhaul, unveiled on April 10, 2025, has ignited a global economic uproar, slashing country-specific duties to a universal 10% for most trade partners while hammering China with a colossal 125% tariff—pushing the total rate to 145% when combined with a prior 20% fentanyl-related levy. This …
Read More »Dollar Dances Near 103: FOMC Minutes and Trump’s Tariff Pause Stir Markets
The US Dollar Index (DXY) is holding its ground near the 103 mark in Wednesday’s trading session, attempting to recover from a recent dip below 102.00 sparked by dovish Federal Reserve commentary. A modest bounce followed the release of the Fed’s March meeting minutes, which revealed policymakers grappling with “difficult …
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