Yen Lacks Direction Ahead of Key Policy EventThe Japanese Yen (JPY) moved within a tight range against the US Dollar during Thursday’s Asian session, as traders remained cautious ahead of the Bank of Japan’s (BoJ) interest rate decision due on Friday. Conflicting fundamental signals kept market participants on the sidelines, …
Read More »Lagarde Abruptly Walks Out of Davos Dinner as US Trade Sec. Criticizes Europe
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde abruptly left a high‑profile dinner at the World Economic Forum in Davos during a speech by U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick that sharply criticized Europe’s economic policies and competitiveness. The private, invitation‑only event, hosted by a leading global investor, was reportedly cut short with …
Read More »Dollar Under Pressure: Gold Surges as Investor Unease Mounts
Investor caution remains elevated amid geopolitical tensions, unsettled global equities, and a sharp rally in gold, which has climbed more than $100 to $4,865. While the US Dollar (USD) shows only marginal strength, concerns over Fed independence, persistent inflation, and rising yields could prompt investors to reduce their exposure to …
Read More »Trump Pushes for Greenland Acquisition: “No Force Needed”
US President Donald Trump announced at the World Economic Forum in Davos that he is seeking immediate negotiations to acquire Greenland. He emphasized that the United States would not use force to secure the territory, but stressed the strategic importance of obtaining full control.A Strategic Ice Island for National SecurityTrump …
Read More »Trump Tells Davos the U.S. Economy Is “Back in Full Force”
President Donald Trump used his address at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Wednesday to declare what he described as a dramatic economic turnaround during his first year back in office. Speaking to global political and business leaders, Trump contrasted current conditions with those under the previous administration, saying …
Read More »U.S. Futures Edge Higher After Market Rout as Trump Heads to Davos
U.S. stock index futures inched higher on Wednesday, stabilizing after the previous session’s sharp selloff, as investors braced for President Donald Trump’s address at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. By 05:15 ET, Dow Jones Futures were up 46 points, or 0.1%, S&P 500 Futures gained 0.2%, and Nasdaq …
Read More »Gold Soars to New Records Near $4,900 as Greenland Tensions Shake Markets
Gold prices surged to fresh all time highs in Asian trading on Wednesday, edging closer to the $4,900 an ounce mark as escalating tensions between the United States and Europe over Greenland rattled global markets and reignited demand for safe havens. Spot gold jumped 2.3% to $4,872.13 an ounce, after …
Read More »U.K. Inflation Rises More Than Expected, Casting Doubt on February Rate Cut
Britain’s annual inflation rate climbed more than anticipated in December, reinforcing the case for caution at the Bank of England and raising doubts over whether policymakers will cut interest rates at their February meeting. Consumer prices rose 3.4% year-on-year, exceeding forecasts of 3.3% and edging higher from November’s 3.2%. While …
Read More »ECB Presidency: The High-Stakes Race Begins
The race to lead the European Central Bank (ECB) is heating up as several key board members prepare to leave in the next two years. With the ECB at the center of Europe’s economic policy, who will succeed the current leadership is a question on everyone’s mind.Could Germany Take the …
Read More »U.S. Treasury Bond Market Hits Multi-Month Lows Amid Greenland and Japan Tensions
Geopolitical Worries Shake Long-Term Treasuries: U.S. long-term Treasury bonds came under intense pressure on Tuesday as investors reacted to President Donald Trump’s announcement of 10% tariffs on imports from eight European countries starting next month. The sell-off in the roughly $30 trillion bond market drove 10-year Treasury yields close to …
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