US stocks declined significantly on Friday, following President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 35% tariff on Canadian imports, effective August 1, citing fentanyl concerns. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 276 points (0.6%), the S&P 500 dropped 0.3% to 6,247 points after hitting a record high the previous day, and …

Overview of Recent DevelopmentsThe US Dollar has gained modest strength, supported by renewed trade tensions following President Donald Trump’s tariff announcements. On Friday, the US Dollar Index (DXY) rose 0.30% to 97.89, hovering below key resistance levels of 97.80–98.00, with support from the 9-day EMA at 97.50. Concurrently, the 10-year …

Bitcoin (BTC-USD) reached a new all-time high above $119,000 on July 11, 2025, driven by strong bullish momentum in risk assets, before stabilizing at $117,645, up 1.42% for the day. The cryptocurrency’s surge aligns with a broader market rally, as the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite hit a record high earlier in …

The EUR/GBP currency pair is gaining traction, climbing above 0.8650 as disappointing UK economic data fuels speculation of further Bank of England (BoE) rate cuts. On Friday, May’s economic indicators painted a grim picture, with UK GDP contracting by 0.1% against expectations of modest 0.1% growth. Industrial and manufacturing production …

The British economy is facing turbulent times as the latest GDP figures reveal a second consecutive month of contraction, intensifying expectations for a Bank of England (BoE) interest rate cut in August. Coupled with U.S. President Donald Trump’s aggressive new trade policies, including a hefty 35% tariff on Canadian goods, …

The euro has experienced downward pressure since the start of trading on Thursday, July 10, 2025, driven by a stronger US dollar. Improved US employment data and mixed signals from the Federal Reserve’s recent meeting have bolstered the dollar, impacting the EUR/USD pair. The pair fell to 1.1697, down from …

A Strategic Leap GlobalFoundries’ acquisition of MIPS marks a bold step in the semiconductor industry. By integrating MIPS’ RISC-V processor IP, the company aims to meet rising demand for specialized chips in artificial intelligence (AI), automotive, and data center applications, while strengthening its position in a competitive market. A History …

Yen Faces Downward Pressure: The Japanese yen has faced significant pressure since the release of Japan’s inflation data on July 10, 2025. The USD/JPY pair climbed to 146.21, slightly below the previous day’s close of 146.30, with intraday trading ranging from a low of 145.75 to a high of 146.78. …

Strong Labor Market Fuels Market Confidence U.S. stock markets have shown resilience, climbing steadily during Thursday’s trading session, driven by renewed investor confidence following positive labor market data. Weekly unemployment claims dropped to 227,000, down from 233,000 the previous week and below market expectations of 235,000. This decline suggests a …

Robust Economy Fuels Policy OptimismRecent economic indicators point to a resilient U.S. economy, with steady growth and a balanced labor market creating a favorable environment for policy adjustments. Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco President Mary Daly emphasized that growth remains solid, with unemployment claims holding steady and no significant …