Economic Report

The artificial intelligence (AI) chip market, long dominated by Nvidia, is witnessing a seismic shift as competitors and geopolitical pressures reshape the landscape. Nvidia’s stock, a darling of investors due to its pivotal role in powering AI data centers, has faced turbulence following reports of Amazon’s strategic pivot toward custom …

Gold prices soared to fresh record highs on Tuesday, underpinned by growing investor concerns over U.S. Federal Reserve independence and intensifying U.S.-China trade tensions. As of 09:15 ET (13:15 GMT): Spot Gold was up 0.6% at $3,442.48 per ounce Gold Futures (June) surged 0.9% to $3,455.90 per ounce Earlier in …

U.S. stock index futures rose on Tuesday, recovering some ground after a sharp sell-off in the previous session, as investors awaited key corporate earnings—most notably from Tesla—and looked ahead to a series of speeches by Federal Reserve officials. Market Snapshot (as of 05:35 ET / 09:35 GMT) Dow Jones Futures: …

Bitcoin rose modestly on Tuesday, extending gains from a holiday-fueled rally that was driven by a significant purchase from Michael Saylor’s Strategy. However, broader cryptocurrency markets traded lower, reflecting a cautious risk environment as investors remain wary of U.S. President Donald Trump’s intensifying feud with the Federal Reserve and ongoing …

European equity markets reopened Tuesday to cautious trading, reflecting investor unease over rising geopolitical and monetary policy risks, particularly emanating from the United States. Market Snapshot (07:05 GMT) Germany’s DAX: ▼ 0.3% France’s CAC 40: ▼ 0.2% UK’s FTSE 100: ⇔ Flat Flight from U.S. Equities Amid Fed Turmoil Investor …

Gold soared to another all-time high in early Asian trading on Tuesday, as geopolitical anxiety and uncertainty over U.S. monetary policy drove investors toward safe-haven assets. Gold Extends Historic Rally Spot Gold surged 1.7% to $3,482.76/oz Gold Futures (June) climbed 1.9% to $3,491.20/oz This marks the third consecutive session of …

This report examines whether a Federal Reserve Chair has ever been fired by a U.S. president, analyzing legal frameworks, historical cases, and judicial precedents. The findings confirm that no Fed Chair has been dismissed, with the Federal Reserve Act and landmark Supreme Court rulings providing robust protections against such actions. …

The US Dollar Index (DXY) is reeling near 98.50, marking a three-year low after a sharp decline on Monday, April 21, 2025. Escalating concerns over the Federal Reserve’s independence, fueled by President Trump’s public criticism of Fed Chair Jerome Powell, have severely dented investor confidence in the greenback. Coupled with …

Bitcoin is riding a wave of bullish momentum, trading at $86,955 with a 2% gain as of April 21, 2025. The cryptocurrency’s recent price action has closely aligned with a detailed forecast made a month ago by a prominent crypto analyst on social media, sparking intrigue among investors. Fueled by …

Wall Street kicked off the week with sharp declines, as tariff uncertainties and economic concerns rattled investors during the early stages of earnings season. The tech-heavy Nasdaq plummeted over 3%, while the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average also saw significant losses. The market’s volatility, fueled by ongoing trade …