Forex Market

U.S. stock index futures surged on Tuesday following President Donald Trump’s announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, offering investors some much-needed relief after 12 days of escalating conflict in the Middle East. The announcement calmed market jitters that had weighed on global risk assets and stoked inflation fears. …

Markets are turning their attention from the Middle East tensions to Washington, where Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is set to begin two days of testimony before Congress on Tuesday. Powell’s Testimony and Rate OutlookPowell is expected to face intense questioning over the Fed’s decision to keep interest rates unchanged …

Gold prices fell by more than 1% on Tuesday as easing geopolitical tensions following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran prompted investors to move away from safe-haven assets. Spot Gold fell 1.1% to $3,332.57 an ounce by 02:00 ET (06:00 GMT), marking its lowest …

Oil prices tumbled to their lowest levels in over a week on Tuesday following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a ceasefire agreement between Iran and Israel, reducing concerns over supply disruptions in the Middle East—one of the world’s most critical oil-producing regions. As of 0330 GMT, Brent crude futures …

On June 23, 2025, global markets displayed resilience as stocks climbed and oil prices plummeted following Iran’s restrained missile strikes on U.S. bases in Qatar and Iraq. This response to heightened Middle East tensions, coupled with dovish signals from Federal Reserve officials, offers a moment to reflect on the forces …

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 …