The U.S. labor market is showing significant signs of strain in August 2025, raising alarm bells about the broader economic outlook and sending ripples through key trading assets. A combination of restrictive immigration policies, aggressive tariff measures, and persistent inflationary pressures has led to a sharp slowdown in job growth, …
Read More »From Russia to India: Trump’s Trade War Escalates
President Trump’s latest trade moves are sending shockwaves through global markets, with a bold announcement to double tariffs on Indian imports to 50% from the previously set 25%, effective later this month. The decision, framed as a response to India’s continued purchases of Russian oil, marks a sharp escalation in …
Read More »Gold Surges as Dollar Dips and Fed Rate Cut Looms
Gold prices are glittering again, rebounding from a daily low of $3,358 to hover around $3,380 during Wednesday’s American trading session. The precious metal, which had been on a four-day winning streak, found fresh support as the US Dollar slid to a new weekly low, dipping below its post-Nonfarm Payrolls …
Read More »Oil Prices Rebound Amid Supply Concerns and Trump’s Tariff Threats on India
Oil prices saw a modest recovery on Wednesday, bouncing back from a five-week low reached the previous day. The rebound was driven by rising concerns over potential supply disruptions, following U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats of tariffs on India over its continued crude purchases from Russia. As of 0645 GMT, …
Read More »Gold Nears $3,400 as Fed Rate Cut Bets Grow and Powell’s Successor Looms
Gold prices surged 0.20% to $3,381 per troy ounce, driven by mounting expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut following lackluster U.S. economic data. The disappointing July Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report, combined with a slowdown in the services sector, has fueled speculation of monetary easing as early as September. …
Read More »Crude Oil Markets Wobble as U.S.-Russia Sanctions Clash Intensifies
Crude oil markets experienced significant volatility on Tuesday as escalating U.S. sanction threats against Russia heightened tensions, sending West Texas Intermediate (WTI) prices on a rollercoaster ride before settling lower. The Trump administration’s aggressive push for a ceasefire in Ukraine, a key promise of President Donald Trump’s campaign, has collided …
Read More »Trump Discusses Federal Reserve Chair, Tariff Plans, and Trade Deals
In a recent interview with CNBC, President Donald Trump made several key announcements regarding U.S. economic policy, including his thoughts on the Federal Reserve chairmanship, new tariffs, and ongoing international trade negotiations. Fed Chair AppointmentTrump confirmed that Scott Bessent has declined consideration for the role of Federal Reserve Chair, sparking …
Read More »Oil Prices Steady Amid Rising OPEC+ Supply and Tariff Concerns Over India’s Russian Oil Purchases
Oil prices remained little changed on Tuesday as traders weighed the impact of rising supply from OPEC+ and concerns about weaker global demand, against U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats to impose tariffs on India over its Russian oil imports. OPEC+ Boosts Production Amid Supply Concerns The Organization of the Petroleum …
Read More »Gold Prices Steady as Markets Anticipate Fed Rate Cuts Amid Rising Trade Tensions
Gold prices held steady on Tuesday after three consecutive days of gains, buoyed by growing expectations that the Federal Reserve will implement a rate cut in September. This sentiment was further fueled by concerns over the U.S. economy and escalating trade tensions, which continue to provide support for safe-haven assets …
Read More »Gold Shines Near $3,375 as US Dollar Weakens and Fed Rate Cut Bets Surge
Gold prices held firm above $3,350 on Monday, buoyed by a faltering US dollar and mounting expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in September. The precious metal traded around $3,375 during US market hours, recovering from an intraday dip to $3,345. A disappointing US jobs report and rising …
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