Corporate Woes Amid Tariff Concerns and EU-U.S. Trade Deal Talks European stocks faced a dip on Friday as concerns about the economic impact of ongoing tariff disputes lingered, despite optimistic talk of a potential trade agreement between the U.S. and the European Union (EU). The DAX in Germany fell 0.9%, …
Read More »Oil Prices Rise as Trade Optimism Outweighs Venezuela Supply Concerns
Market Outlook Supported by Trade Talks and Supply Disruptions Oil prices edged higher on Friday, buoyed by positive sentiment surrounding U.S. trade talks and the potential for increased oil demand, despite concerns over a possible increase in supply from Venezuela. Brent crude futures rose by 20 cents, or 0.29%, to …
Read More »Oil Prices Rise as Trade Optimism Outweighs Venezuela Supply Concerns
Market Outlook Supported by Trade Talks and Supply Disruptions Oil prices edged higher on Friday, buoyed by positive sentiment surrounding U.S. trade talks and the potential for increased oil demand, despite concerns over a possible increase in supply from Venezuela. Brent crude futures rose by 20 cents, or 0.29%, to …
Read More »US Markets Mixed as Strong Earnings Clash with Tariff Tensions
US stock markets displayed a mixed performance on Thursday, July 24, 2025, as robust corporate earnings fueled gains in technology and telecom sectors, while tariff uncertainties and disappointing results in other industries weighed on the broader market. The S&P 500 eked out a 0.07% gain, securing its fourth consecutive record …
Read More »European Markets Rally as ECB Holds Rates and US-EU Tariff Deal Nears, Steel Still Hoping
European stock markets closed higher on Thursday, July 24, 2025, buoyed by the European Central Bank’s (ECB) decision to maintain interest rates and growing optimism over a potential US-EU trade deal that could ease punitive tariffs, particularly on steel. The pan-European STOXX 600 index gained 0.24%, marking its second consecutive …
Read More »Gold and Silver Stumble as Robust US Jobs Data Offset Trade and Fed Uncertainty
Gold prices took a hit on Thursday, July 24, 2025, sliding over 0.50% during the North American session as strong US labor market data overshadowed weakening manufacturing activity and lingering trade concerns. Trading at $3,373 after peaking at $3,393, the XAU/USD pair reflected a tug-of-war between bullish safe-haven demand and …
Read More »US Dollar Holds Ground as Trade Deals and Trump’s Fed Visit Stir Market Dynamics
On Thursday, July 24, 2025, the US Dollar found its footing after a turbulent midweek drop, bolstered by renewed optimism in global trade and heightened anticipation surrounding US President Donald Trump’s visit to the Federal Reserve. The US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the Greenback against a basket of six …
Read More »ECB Rate Decision Bolsters Euro Amid Trade Optimism
The European Central Bank (ECB) has solidified expectations of a pause in interest rate cuts until at least year-end, boosting the euro and bond yields on Thursday, July 24, 2025. After maintaining rates at 2% following eight reductions over the past year, ECB President Christine Lagarde delivered an optimistic economic …
Read More »ECB Holds Rates Steady While Awaiting Clarity on U.S. Tariffs
The European Central Bank (ECB) decided to keep interest rates on hold on Thursday, pausing after seven consecutive cuts. Policymakers are taking a cautious stance as they await more clarity on the ongoing trade negotiations between the European Union (EU) and the United States, especially as the August 1 tariff …
Read More »Oil Prices Rise Amid Trade Optimism and U.S. Crude Inventory Drawdown
Oil prices rose more than 1% on Thursday, buoyed by optimism surrounding U.S. trade negotiations and a larger-than-expected decline in U.S. crude inventories. As of 0934 GMT, Brent crude futures gained 79 cents, or 1.15%, reaching $69.30 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures climbed 83 cents, …
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