Oil prices closed higher on Monday, the first trading day of the week, despite OPEC+’s decision to increase production for the third consecutive time since abandoning its long-standing voluntary output cuts aimed at bolstering global oil prices. This shift in production policy reflects OPEC+’s focus on maintaining its share of …
Read More »Euro Rises Against US Dollar Amid Escalating Trade Tensions
The euro climbed against the US dollar in the first session of the new trading week, fueled by intensified selling pressure on the American currency amid growing concerns over trade tensions. These concerns have intensified due to multiple factors since the end of last week through the close of Monday’s …
Read More »Market Drivers: US Session – US Jobs Data and Eurozone Flash CPI in Focus
The US Dollar (USD) came under renewed selling pressure at the start of the trading week, dropping to multi-week lows as trade tensions and concerns about the US economy resurfaced.What to Watch on Tuesday, June 3, 2025:US: The US Dollar Index (DXY) fell below 99.00, hitting seven-week lows despite slight …
Read More »USD/JPY Falls Due Amid Broader Market Uncertainties, Japan’s Ongoing Economic Challenges
The USD/JPY currency pair experienced a notable decline on the first trading day of the new week, reflecting the broader weakening of the US dollar. This downturn was primarily driven by renewed concerns over trade tensions between the United States and China, further exacerbated by the US administration’s plans to …
Read More »US Stocks Decline Alongside Dollar Amid Renewed US-China Trade Tensions
Just like the US dollar, Wall Street stocks are retreating due to the resurgence of trade tensions between the United States and China, as reflected in statements made by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent last Friday. He highlighted the stalling of negotiations and the need for a strong push to …
Read More »Canadian Dollar Gains for Third Day as Oil Prices Rise and US Dollar Weakens
The Canadian Dollar (CAD) continued its upward trend against the US Dollar (USD) for the third consecutive session on Monday, bolstered by higher oil prices and ongoing weakness in the Greenback. Positive developments in Canada’s manufacturing sector, contrasted with a deeper contraction in US factory activity, further supported the Loonie’s …
Read More »Will Gold Surge to $3400 Amid Global Tensions and Tariff Threats?
Gold prices have soared to a four-week high, driven by escalating geopolitical risks and renewed trade tensions. The XAU/USD pair climbed to $3,377, up 2.70%, as investors sought the safe-haven asset amid uncertainty. This rally, sparked by the Russia-Ukraine conflict and U.S. tariff policies, underscores gold’s enduring appeal in turbulent …
Read More »Weekly Recap: Global Markets Navigate Trade Tensions, Inflation Trends, and Policy Shifts (May 26 – 30)
The week ending June 1, 2025, was marked by significant volatility across global markets, driven by escalating U.S.-China trade tensions, cooling inflation data in Europe and the U.S., and policy uncertainties impacting currencies, commodities, and equities. From European markets rallying on ECB rate cut expectations to Japan’s bond market turmoil …
Read More »Loonie Leaps: Strong GDP Masks Deeper Canadian Economic Cracks
The Canadian Dollar (CAD) experienced a notable surge against the US Dollar (USD), buoyed by unexpectedly robust first-quarter Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth figures. However, this headline strength belies underlying vulnerabilities within the Canadian economy, while the US Dollar continues to grapple with the unpredictable fallout from ongoing trade policy …
Read More »Oil’s Downward Slide: OPEC+ Output Hike and Trade Turmoil Pressure Prices
Oil prices concluded the week lower, driven by market expectations of a significant output increase from OPEC+ and persistent uncertainty stemming from global trade tensions. This confluence of factors paints a bearish outlook for crude, as a potential oversupply looms over weakening demand signals.OPEC+ Weighs Greater Supply BoostBrent and West …
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