Forex Market

The US economy in June 2025 presents a complex picture: growth persists but slows, inflation surges due to tariffs, and job gains offer resilience. These dynamics, captured by the S&P Global US PMI Composite Output Index at 52.8, suggest an economy expanding at a 1.5% annualized rate, down from late …

The Federal Reserve stands at a pivotal moment. With inflation pressures appearing contained, FOMC Governor Michelle Bowman has signaled openness to cutting interest rates as early as July 2025. This shift could realign monetary policy with a neutral stance, balancing a healthy labor market while addressing emerging economic risks. Here’s …

Shares of major oil companies surged in premarket trading on Wall Street on Monday following U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend, which have reignited fears of supply disruptions and a spike in oil prices. Chevron (NYSE: CVX), Exxon Mobil (NYSE: XOM), ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP), Hess Corporation (NYSE: …

The Eurozone Composite PMI for June stood at 50.2, nearly identical to the previous month, signaling stagnation in the region’s economic activity after a strong first quarter. Despite a resilient manufacturing sector, which has recently benefited from US frontloading and inventory adjustments, new downside risks have emerged, particularly with escalating …

The U.S. dollar saw a modest uptick on Monday as investors sought safety amid rising geopolitical risks stemming from the Israel-Iran conflict. The restrained movements suggested that the market was waiting for Iran’s response to the U.S. attacks on its nuclear sites, which escalated tensions in the Middle East. Key …

Oil prices soared on Monday, reaching their highest levels since January, as the U.S. joined Israel in launching attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities, stoking fears of supply disruptions in the Middle East. Brent crude futures rose by $1.92, or 2.49%, to $78.93 a barrel at 0117 GMT. U.S. West Texas …

Gold prices fell slightly on Monday amid increasing demand for the U.S. dollar, triggered by the U.S. attack on key nuclear facilities in Iran, which marked an escalation in the Middle Eastern conflict. At 01:08 ET (05:08 GMT), spot gold was down 0.2% at $3,360.11 per ounce, and gold futures …

The Middle East conflict intensified on June 12, 2025, when Israel launched airstrikes on Iran’s Natanz uranium enrichment facility, targeting military leaders. Iran retaliated swiftly, leading to a cycle of strikes that damaged government, health, and civilian infrastructure, with casualties on both sides. Iran’s refusal to halt its nuclear program, …

The euro has carved out a modest edge against the US dollar, finding support near the 1.1535 mark, up +0.36%, as markets steer across a complex interplay of geopolitical and economic signals. A softer US dollar, reflected in the Dollar Index (DXY) slipping below 99.00 to around 98.65, underscores a …

The Japanese Yen continues to slide against the US Dollar, even as Japan’s inflation data comes in hotter than expected. The USD/JPY pair has climbed to a three-week high near 146.00, poised for a weekly gain of about 1.2%. This trend raises questions about the forces driving the Yen’s weakness …