Daily Economic Reports

The US Dollar (USD) has rebounded, ending a three-week decline, with the US Dollar Index (DXY) recovering from yearly lows near 98.00. As markets await the Federal Reserve’s September 17 meeting, a packed economic calendar could shape the USD’s path. With US markets closed for Labor Day on September 1, …

Silver hits its highest level since September 2011. Markets see an 87% likelihood of a Federal Reserve rate cut in September, despite elevated core PCE inflation. Technical analysis suggests a potential move above $40.00, with resistance at $41.48 and $43.40, and support at $39.00 and the 100-period EMA.Silver (XAG/USD) continues …

The Swiss Franc is riding a wave of strength, climbing for the fourth consecutive day and pushing the USD/CHF pair to a fresh one-month low near the critical 0.8000 mark. Despite resilient US economic data signaling strong consumer spending and persistent inflation, the US Dollar struggles to find its footing, …

The European Central Bank (ECB) stands at a critical crossroads in 2025, as disinflationary trends in Germany and the broader eurozone fuel speculation about potential rate cuts. With inflation stabilizing at the ECB’s 2% target, the central bank has held steady, maintaining key rates at 2.00% for the deposit facility …

Gold prices eased slightly on Friday but remained on track for strong gains in August, driven by growing expectations of a September rate cut by the Federal Reserve. Spot gold: $3,409.89/oz (-0.2%) Gold futures (October): $3,469.92/oz (-0.1%) August performance: Up 3.7%, approaching April record highs Drivers of gold strength: Dollar …

The U.S. dollar wavered on Friday, heading for a 2% decline in August against major currencies, as markets weighed rising expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut next month against concerns over the central bank’s independence. President Donald Trump’s attempts to influence monetary policy, including firing Fed Governor Lisa …

Oil prices fell in Asian trading on Friday, reversing some of Thursday’s gains, amid fading hopes for a Russia-Ukraine peace deal and renewed focus on U.S. tariffs on India. Brent October futures dropped 0.8% to $68.10/barrel. WTI crude futures fell 0.7% to $64.14/barrel. Both contracts are on track for monthly …

Q2 Earnings Season Wraps Up with Mixed Results and AI-Driven Shifts The second quarter earnings season is drawing to a close, delivering a largely positive set of results for Corporate America. Over 92% of S&P 500 companies have reported, with earnings per share projected to rise by 11% compared to …

A curious paradox exists in modern economic reporting: rising consumer debt is often presented as a sign of economic confidence. Analysts and media outlets frequently cheer as households borrow more, framing it as a signal of optimism and a willingness to spend. However, a closer look at the data reveals …

Gold prices have surged, reaching a five-week high above $3,400, as market attention shifts from robust economic data to rising political uncertainty surrounding the Federal Reserve. Despite strong indicators of a resilient U.S. economy, safe-haven demand for the precious metal is dominating market sentiment. The rally is being fueled by …