Gold climbed to $3,397.10, up 1.40% from $3,350.10, and silver (XAG/USD) rose 2.02% to $38.94, driven by a declining U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) and falling US Treasury yields. The DXY, at 97.806, fell 0.67% from 98.462, reflecting trade uncertainties, while 10-year Treasury yields dropped to 4.65%, boosting the appeal of …
Read More »Euro Slides Against Yen as Trade Risks and ECB Caution Dominate
The Euro weakened against the Japanese Yen, with the EUR/JPY pair trading just above 172.00, down from its multi-year high of 173.25. Escalating EU-U.S. trade tensions, led by U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, alongside Japan’s post-election stability under Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, are driving market …
Read More »European Shares See Mixed Performance Amid Trade Talks and Corporate Earnings
European Markets Hold Steady as Investors Await U.S.-EU Trade Deal Clarity European stock markets were largely flat on Monday as investors digested a mix of corporate earnings while awaiting further clarity on the ongoing trade negotiations between the United States and the European Union. The STOXX 600, a broad measure …
Read More »Bitcoin and Altcoins See Gains Amid U.S. Crypto Legislation Momentum
Bitcoin Edges Higher, Cautious Sentiment Prevails Bitcoin saw a modest rise on Monday, trading at $119,001.6, up by 0.6%, as the cryptocurrency market continued to consolidate near the $120,000 mark after last week’s surge to record highs above $123,000. Despite the recent upward movement, investor sentiment remained cautious due to …
Read More »Weekly market wrap: dollar is a gainer with new records for bitcoin
The U.S. dollar posted weekly gains after prevailing over a range of competing market forces throughout the past week. President Donald Trump last week threatened to impose a 30% tariff on the European Union and Mexico, effective August 1st. Market turbulence—sparked by President Trump’s remarks and trade policy actions—persisted throughout …
Read More »American Express Q2 2025 Earnings Surpass Forecasts Amid Market Jitters
American Express unveiled a standout second-quarter performance for 2025 on Friday, July 18, 2025, exceeding analyst predictions with an earnings per share (EPS) of $4.08, surpassing the anticipated $3.87, a 5.43% beat. Revenue hit $17.86 billion, topping the $17.7 billion forecast by a slim 0.9%. Despite these gains, shares slid …
Read More »Oil Prices Dip Amid Supply Shifts and OPEC+ Adjustments
Oil prices softened this week, with West Texas Intermediate (WTI) settling at $67.34 per barrel as of 11:58 PM EEST on Friday, July 18, 2025, amid supply disruptions in Iraq and the gradual unwinding of OPEC+ production cuts during peak US summer demand. This volatile mix, unfolding against a backdrop …
Read More »U.S. Consumer Sentiment Improves in July Amid Tariff Concerns
U.S. consumer sentiment hit its highest point in five months in July, rising to 61.8, up from 60.7 in May. However, the reading remains well below its historical average, reflecting ongoing concerns surrounding the impact of U.S. tariffs. Consumer Sentiment Index and Inflation Expectations The University of Michigan’s consumer sentiment …
Read More »U.S. Stocks Edge Higher Amid Strong Earnings and Economic Resilience
U.S. stocks saw a slight rise on Friday as investors digested positive second-quarter earnings reports and signs of a resilient economy, despite lingering tariff uncertainties. By 09:32 ET (13:32 GMT), the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 85 points or 0.2%, the S&P 500 index rose 12 points or 0.2%, and …
Read More »Bitcoin Reaches $120,000 as U.S. House Passes Landmark Crypto Bills
Bitcoin surged above $120,000 in Asian trade on Friday, continuing its impressive rally and heading for its fourth consecutive weekly gain. The latest push was driven by optimism surrounding U.S. cryptocurrency legislation, with the U.S. House of Representatives clearing three bills aimed at establishing a clearer regulatory framework for digital …
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