Forex Market

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, …

European equities edged lower on Tuesday, pressured by declines in automobile and telecom stocks, as escalating trade tensions between the United States and China unsettled investors. The pan-European STOXX 600 index declined 0.3% in early trading, extending losses from Monday when the benchmark posted its largest single-day drop in over …

China swiftly responded to new U.S. tariffs, escalating tensions between the world’s two largest economies, even as President Donald Trump temporarily spared Canada and Mexico. Key Developments: U.S. Tariffs Take Effect: A 10% tariff on all Chinese imports to the U.S. started at 12:01 a.m. ET Tuesday. Trump justified the …

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 …

The Canadian dollar recently plummeted to a 21-year low against the US dollar, sparking concerns about the escalating trade tensions between the two nations. This dramatic decline followed the imposition of tariffs by the US on Canadian imports, which Canada promptly countered with its own export levies. While markets have …

Recent trade tensions, exemplified by new tariffs imposed by the U.S., have injected volatility into global markets, impacting the USD/JPY exchange rate. While the dollar initially strengthened, it subsequently retreated as market participants assessed the potential ramifications of these protectionist policies. This analysis examines the interplay of these trade dynamics …

Central banks worldwide face the challenge of balancing inflation without causing a severe economic downturn. This requires navigating a complex landscape of interconnected factors, including supply chain disruptions and geopolitical instability. The inflation puzzle has multiple roots, with the war in Ukraine exacerbating the situation by sending energy and food …

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 …

Global markets experienced a significant downturn following the announcement of new tariffs and the threat of further tariffs on various countries. This move has sent ripples of uncertainty across the global economy, impacting stock markets, currencies, and business strategies.Market Tremors:Major stock indices in the US, Europe, and Asia all declined, …

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 …