Euro Gains Momentum, Eyes Key ResistanceThe euro (EUR) has gained ground against the US dollar (USD) on Tuesday, rising to 1.0335 and demonstrating renewed bullish momentum. A key development has been the pair’s decisive break above the 20-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) at 1.0360. This level had previously acted as …
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On February 4, 2025, oil prices saw a notable increase as the markets grappled with President Trump’s escalated “maximum pressure” campaign against Iran. Brent crude prices climbed to $76.34 per barrel, marking a 0.50% rise, while WTI’s earlier loss decreased to a mere 0.31% drop, settling at $72.93 per barrel.Trump’s …
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US job openings decreased to 7.6 million in December, according to the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). This figure fell short of the 8 million forecast and followed 8.15 million openings in November. The BLS also reported that hires and …
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The U.S. dollar held firm on Tuesday as investors viewed President Donald Trump’s tariff threats primarily as a negotiating tactic rather than an immediate escalation of trade hostilities. This assessment followed Trump’s decision to suspend planned tariffs on Mexico and Canada, a move that provided temporary relief to markets. However, …
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US Dollar Strength, Jobs Data, and Fed Speakers in Focus The US dollar (USD) began the week with renewed strength, driven by market reactions to recently implemented US tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China. This week’s economic calendar features key US labor market data releases and public appearances by Federal …
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The US economy currently presents a complex picture: a robust labor market coupled with the looming shadow of trade tensions. Raphael Bostic, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, recently highlighted this precarious balance, emphasizing the heightened uncertainty surrounding the economic outlook. This uncertainty, largely driven by tariffs, requires …
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The US manufacturing sector demonstrated resilience in January, exceeding market forecasts and bolstering the US dollar. The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) reported a Manufacturing PMI of 50.9, up from 49.3 in December and surpassing the anticipated 49.8. This reading signifies expansion in the manufacturing sector, a welcome development after …
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Gold prices fell on Monday, pulling back from record highs as the U.S. dollar surged following President Donald Trump’s new trade tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico. Market Reaction: Spot gold dropped 0.7% to $2,780.56 per ounce Gold futures (April contract) declined 0.8% to $2,810.30 per ounce Spot gold had …
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US Dollar ended last week higher buoyed several market drivers, including concerns of Trump’s administration tariffs, Federal Reserve Bank rate decision and its chief Jerome Powell’s statements, and US data of inflation and spending. Such market drivers were impactful om the greenback and all other traded assets in global financial …
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The Canadian Dollar staged a significant recovery on Friday, appreciating 0.65% against the US Dollar. This rebound followed a brief plunge to fresh multi-year lows triggered by the announcement of potential tariffs on Canadian goods. While the threat of immediate tariffs has been temporarily alleviated, concerns remain, and the Canadian …
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