​Global oil markets faced a sharp downturn on Thursday, as the price of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil plummeted below the $61 per barrel mark, registering its lowest level in several months. This severe drop comes amid escalating concerns that a global supply flood is coinciding with a deterioration …

The Canadian Dollar (CAD) isn’t just weak; it’s a testament to policy paralysis. Its recent tumble, pushing the US Dollar (USD) to trade near 1.39688—a level not seen in five months—isn’t a market blip. It is a clear indictment of the Bank of Canada’s (BoC) impossible “two-way trap,” a situation …

The Japanese Yen (JPY) surged to a two-week high against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday, driving the USD/JPY pair down by approximately 0.5%. This significant move was primarily fueled by a sharp increase in safe-haven demand after the US government officially entered a shutdown.The resulting political uncertainty in the …

The ongoing US federal government shutdown is casting a long shadow over global markets, prompting a partial rebound in the US Dollar after days of declines. This political impasse isn’t just a domestic headache—it’s amplifying economic uncertainties worldwide, especially as key data releases loom. With no end in sight, investors …

Gold (XAU/USD) eased from record highs as the U.S. Dollar recovered, reflecting ongoing market uncertainty. The precious metal briefly touched an all-time peak near $3,895 on Wednesday before retreating to around $3,820 during the American session. Investors are watching closely how safe-haven demand responds to the broader U.S. economic context. …

Two leading Federal Reserve officials are sounding alarms from different angles. Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan is pressing for restraint on further interest rate cuts, arguing that inflation remains a persistent threat. Meanwhile, Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee warns that the ongoing government shutdown has deprived policymakers of vital data, …

As the U.S. government shutdown extends into October, markets are entering the final quarter of 2025 facing one of the most uncertain backdrops in years. The nonfarm payrolls (NFP) report—normally the most influential labor market release—will not be published on schedule, depriving investors of a key reference point for Federal …

Global financial markets are navigating one of the most unpredictable environments in recent years as the U.S. government shutdown drags on, delaying the release of key economic data. The nonfarm payrolls (NFP) report — a cornerstone for assessing U.S. labor market health — will not be released on schedule due …

Gold prices have soared to a new all-time high, driven by the dual impact of an unexpected plunge in US private sector hiring and the unfolding US government shutdown. The combination of these events has aggressively reinforced market expectations for the Federal Reserve (Fed) to cut interest rates at its …

As October 2025 unfolds, the global steel market faces renewed tension as both the European Union and the United States double down on protective measures, each pursuing distinct strategies with far-reaching consequences.The European Union has announced a sharp reduction in steel import quotas—nearly 50%—while imposing tariffs of up to 50% …