Economic Report

Yen Weakens as Markets Test Critical LevelThe Japanese yen continues to face sustained pressure as the USD/JPY pair trades close to the 159–160 range, a level widely seen as a key psychological and policy-sensitive zone. The currency has remained on a weakening path in recent months, reflecting broader global financial …

Conditional Liquidity: The Market Is Working, Not RelaxedGlobal financial markets are still functioning smoothly on the surface, but liquidity is no longer broad-based. It is increasingly selective, concentrated in large-cap equities and core sovereign debt, while thinning out in risk assets, credit pockets, and commodity-linked markets.The backdrop is shaped by …

The artificial intelligence revolution has powered one of the strongest rallies in modern market history, adding trillions of dollars to the value of major technology companies and fueling investor enthusiasm across the sector.While much of the attention has focused on breakthroughs in chips, software, and data centers, some market observers …

Canada has formally requested an extension of the North American free trade agreement shared with the United States and Mexico, as all three countries race to reach a new understanding before a key summer deadline.The move reflects Ottawa’s desire to preserve a framework that has supported regional trade and investment …

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey has attributed the recent inflation overshoot in the United Kingdom largely to developments in the Persian Gulf, arguing that the surge in prices is being driven by external geopolitical events rather than a resurgence in domestic economic demand.His remarks suggest that policymakers view the …

The U.S. labor market is currently defined by a peculiar dynamic: despite a notable surge in job openings, actual hiring activity has slowed. This “low-hire, low-fire” environment has persisted since early 2025, suggesting that while corporate demand for labor remains high, both employers and employees are increasingly cautious about making …

Key Takeaways Futures fall: Dow futures dropped 214 points (-0.4%), S&P 500 futures slid 0.2%, and Nasdaq 100 futures declined 0.1%. Prior session held: The main averages finished slightly higher Monday as Trump reassured markets that Iran talks were on track. Alphabet’s $80B bombshell: The tech giant unveiled plans to …

Key Takeaways Bitcoin at 2-month low: The world’s largest crypto fell 3.9% to $70,287.3 — its weakest level since early April. Strategy sells Bitcoin: The Michael Saylor-led firm disclosed selling 32 Bitcoin between May 26-31 at an average of $77,135 per coin, raising $2.5 million. First sale since late-2022: Despite …

Key Takeaways Dollar steady: The DXY and dollar index futures hovered around 99.2, retaining most gains from the past two sessions. Euro and pound tick up: Both currencies rose slightly; the yen held flat near the 160 danger zone. Iran messaging halt: Iranian media reported Monday that Tehran stopped negotiating …

Key Takeaways Oil eases: Brent crude fell 0.9% to $94.13 per barrel, while WTI dropped 1% to $91.19 — but both retained the bulk of Monday’s 4%+ gains. Iran messaging halted: Iranian media reported Tehran stopped communicating with the U.S. through mediators, raising doubts about deal proximity. Trump’s contradictory signals: …