Why Is the Dollar Tanking Despite a Stellar Jobs Report?The US Dollar is reeling, defying logic after a robust April jobs report that showcased stronger-than-expected job growth, steady unemployment, and persistent wage gains. Instead of soaring, the Dollar Index slumped to 99.88, shedding 0.37 points from its prior close. With …
Read More »EUR/USD Surges to 1.1332: Hot Inflation and US Jobs Data Ignite Volatility
The EUR/USD pair is charging toward 1.1332, gaining 0.42% during Friday’s North American trading session, fueled by a potent mix of sizzling Eurozone inflation and a robust US jobs report. A tumbling US Dollar, spurred by President Donald Trump’s push for lower interest rates, has given the Euro room to …
Read More »US Jobs Defy Tariff Concerns: A Resilient Labor Market Shines
The US labor market stood tall in April, shrugging off the shockwaves from President Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariff announcement. With stronger-than-expected job growth and steady unemployment, the latest data paints a picture of resilience amid trade policy turbulence. As markets rally and investors reassess economic risks, the April jobs …
Read More »Dollar Rallies as Trade Optimism Grows, Yen Weakens on BOJ Outlook, Focus Shifts to U.S. Jobs Data
The U.S. dollar extended its recovery on Thursday, posting broad gains as optimism grew over potential tariff agreements between Washington and several of its key trading partners. While trading volumes were thinner due to the May Day holiday across many global markets, the greenback saw renewed technical buying after being …
Read More »Oil Prices Edge Higher on China Trade Talk Hopes, But Weekly Losses Loom Amid Demand Concerns
Oil prices gained ground in Asian trading on Friday as signs of a potential thaw in U.S.-China trade tensions revived some optimism in the energy markets. China’s Commerce Ministry said it was open to engaging in trade discussions with the United States, helping crude rebound from recent losses. At 02:11 …
Read More »Euro Slides Under Dollar Pressure as Trade Hopes and Inflation Data Collide
The Euro is under siege, tumbling against a resurgent US Dollar as markets navigate trade war developments and mixed economic signals. On Thursday, May 2, 2025, the EUR/USD pair dipped to 1.1290, extending its decline amid thin European liquidity due to Labor Day closures. With the Dollar buoyed by trade …
Read More »NFP Preview: Jobs Data to Weather Tariff Storm, Dollar Set to Shine
The U.S. Non-Farm Payroll (NFP) report, due May 2, 2025, will gauge the labor market’s strength as Trump’s tariffs—145% on Chinese imports and levies on Canada and Mexico—threaten economic stability. Despite rising jobless claims, the jobs picture may hold steady, boosting the dollar. This article unpacks NFP expectations, grounds the …
Read More »Pound Under Pressure: Why the Dollar Holds the Edge Below 1.3300
The GBP/USD pair dipped to 1.3295 on May 1, 2025, down 0.25%, as shifting risk sentiment and divergent monetary policies weigh on the pound. With UK manufacturing faltering and U.S. tariff policies stoking inflationary fears, the dollar is gaining traction. This article dissects the fundamental drivers behind the pair’s decline, …
Read More »Euro Stalls Near 1.1300: Fundamentals Fuel Bullish Resilience
The EUR/USD pair is consolidating around 1.1300 as of May 1, 2025, reflecting a pause in its recent ascent. Despite short-term technical hesitation, the euro’s bullish trend remains robust, driven by diverging economic and policy developments in the Eurozone and the United States. This article analyzes the fundamental factors shaping …
Read More »Bank of Japan Holds Rates Steady, Slashes Growth Outlook on U.S. Tariff Concerns
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) left interest rates unchanged on Thursday, as expected, but issued a notably more cautious economic outlook for 2025 due to growing global trade risks, particularly from U.S. tariff policies. At the conclusion of its two-day policy meeting, the BOJ maintained its short-term benchmark interest rate …
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