Gold prices surged 0.20% to $3,381 per troy ounce, driven by mounting expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut following lackluster U.S. economic data. The disappointing July Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report, combined with a slowdown in the services sector, has fueled speculation of monetary easing as early as September. …

Crude oil markets experienced significant volatility on Tuesday as escalating U.S. sanction threats against Russia heightened tensions, sending West Texas Intermediate (WTI) prices on a rollercoaster ride before settling lower. The Trump administration’s aggressive push for a ceasefire in Ukraine, a key promise of President Donald Trump’s campaign, has collided …

The U.S. dollar has maintained its strong upward momentum into the start of the week, bolstered by ongoing debates surrounding the White House’s trade tariff policies, speculation about further Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, and uncertainty over who will succeed Chair Jerome Powell. Meanwhile, global markets are closely watching the …

U.S. stock markets are retreating in Tuesday’s trading session, driven by a disappointing services sector report and rising concerns over escalating trade policies. This combination of weak economic data and political uncertainty has dampened investor confidence.The downturn follows the release of the U.S. Services Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) from the …

Bitcoin mining in 2025 confronts a multifaceted array of environmental, economic, regulatory, technical, and social challenges that demand innovative solutions to ensure the industry’s sustainability and profitability. The process consumes approximately 150 terawatt-hours of energy annually, generating significant carbon emissions that spark environmental concerns and intensify regulatory oversight. This high …

Dollar’s Mixed Signals Create Currency Tug-of-WarThe Euro is holding onto modest gains against the US Dollar, as a blend of conflicting economic signals from both sides of the Atlantic keeps investors in a state of flux. A sharp rebound in the Euro on Friday, triggered by a weaker-than-expected US jobs …

Palantir’s stock is soaring, driven by a blockbuster second-quarter earnings report that saw the company’s revenue top $1 billion for the first time. The data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) powerhouse crushed Wall Street’s expectations, reporting adjusted earnings per share of $0.16 on $1 billion in sales, significantly higher than …

Switzerland is racing against time to counter steep U.S. tariffs set to hit its exports with a hefty 39% duty, one of the highest globally, starting Thursday, August 7, 2025. The Alpine nation, stunned by President Donald Trump’s announcement, convened an emergency meeting on Monday to craft a “more attractive” …

The EUR/USD pair held steady on Monday, hovering near Friday’s closing levels after a robust 1.52% rally sparked by a disappointing U.S. jobs report. The weak Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) data, coupled with significant downward revisions to May and June figures, has fueled expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut in …

Ethereum (ETH) is charging ahead in the cryptocurrency race, fueled by robust network activity and favorable regulatory shifts under President Donald Trump. As of August 4, 2025, Ethereum’s price soared to $3,699.1, marking a 5.76% daily gain and a striking 47.45% increase over the past month. This rally outpaces Bitcoin’s …