The EUR/USD pair has retreated slightly to 1.1846, down 0.18% as of September 17, 2025, after hitting a 2025 peak near 1.1860. This pullback follows a robust rally driven by a weakening US dollar, with markets pricing in a near-certain 0.25% rate cut from the Federal Reserve today. The question …
Read More »Will a Rate Cut Be Enough to Sustain Wall Street’s Record Run?
Wall Street is at a standstill, awaiting the Federal Reserve’s afternoon announcement, which is widely expected to deliver the first interest rate cut of the year. This long-awaited move has dominated market sentiment for months, yet the decision itself is less important than what comes next. Investors are laser-focused on …
Read More »BoE Decision Forecast: Interest Rate Stability Amid Economic Challenges in 2025
Analysts and markets anticipate that the Bank of England (BoE) will maintain its key interest rate at 4% during the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting on Thursday, 18 September 2025. This decision comes amid rising inflation and sluggish economic growth, placing the Bank in a delicate position to balance curbing …
Read More »Will London Catch Up in the Global Crypto Race?
Recent developments suggest a significant shift in the United Kingdom’s approach to digital assets, driven by a new alignment with the United States. Following discussions between UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves and US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, a comprehensive agreement on digital asset cooperation is set to be announced. This move …
Read More »Looming FOMC Decision Puts an End to Wall Street’s Record-Breaking Spree
The global financial community is fixated on the Federal Reserve’s policy meeting, which has brought a pause to Wall Street’s record-setting momentum. Following a strong Monday that saw the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite reach fresh all-time highs, U.S. markets pulled back on Tuesday. The S&P 500 closed 0.13% lower, …
Read More »The FOMC Trade-off: Easing to Save Jobs, But Fuelling a Market Boom Instead
The Federal Reserve faces a dilemma it cannot easily escape. With the labor market slowing sharply and inflation refusing to settle, Chair Jerome Powell and fellow policymakers on the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) appear set to cut interest rates on Wednesday. Yet the very move designed to cushion the …
Read More »Why Is Gold Soaring Despite Recent Strong Economic Data?
The recent surge in gold prices to a new record high of $3,703 per troy ounce presents a striking paradox. This rally occurred even as robust U.S. economic data would typically prompt investors to move away from safe-haven assets and toward riskier, higher-yield investments. For instance, U.S. retail sales for …
Read More »Is Ending Quarterly Earnings a Risk Worth Taking?
US President Donald Trump has called for U.S. public companies to move from quarterly to semiannual earnings reporting. He argues that fewer reporting requirements would reduce regulatory burdens and allow corporate leaders to focus on long-term strategies. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), under Chair Gary Gensler, has been tasked …
Read More »Market Drivers- US Session: Did the US Dollar’s Fall Ignite a Global Financial Reset?
The US Dollar Index (DXY) has recently fallen to lows not seen in months, a direct response to market expectations of further interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. This development isn’t just a minor blip on the financial radar; it is a profound signal that may reshape global economic …
Read More »EU Delays 19th Sanctions Package on Russia Amid U.S. Pressure
The European Union has postponed the adoption of its 19th sanctions package against Russia, reflecting divisions within the bloc and growing external pressure from Washington. Originally expected to be presented this week, the measures have been delayed indefinitely, with no clear date set for renewed discussions.The delay comes as U.S. …
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