Forex Market

The euro regained ground against the U.S. dollar after slipping earlier in the session, as disappointing U.S. manufacturing data weighed on the greenback and shifted market sentiment. The move reflected a broader reassessment of the dollar’s strength, following signs that U.S. economic momentum may be losing pace.Soft U.S. Data Triggers …

A Quiet Opening for a New YearThe Canadian Dollar opened 2026 under mild pressure as global markets slowly returned from the holiday break. Trading was thin and cautious, with investors showing little appetite for bold moves. The currency softened against most major peers, though the decline remained limited and well …

A Quiet Kickoff to 2026 Global financial markets are holding onto their holiday spirit as the first trading days of the new year remain remarkably steady. Investors appear to be in a “waiting game,” keeping activity low and volatility in check before a wave of critical economic reports hits the …

A High-Stakes Game of Musical Chairs: Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is facing a career-defining crossroads. While his term as Chair concludes this May, his legal tenure as a Fed Governor actually extends for another two years. As 2026 kicks off, Wall Street is buzzing with a single question: Will …

The New Gold Standard: A Record-Breaking Year: As we look back at the economic landscape of 2025, one asset stands above the rest. Gold has delivered a staggering 70% return over the past twelve months, fueled by a perfect storm of global instability and shifting financial policies. From the Americas …

The financial world is narrowing its gaze toward a pivotal week of data that could dictate the tempo of the new year. While several global powerhouses are preparing to pull back the curtain on their economic health, all roads eventually lead to the United States. Investors are bracing for a …

U.S. stock index futures climbed on the first trading day of 2026, rebounding after Wall Street slipped in the final sessions of 2025, as improving sentiment and renewed risk appetite lifted equity markets. The S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, and Nasdaq Composite all delivered double-digit gains in 2025 — …

The U.S. dollar rose slightly in quiet holiday-thinned trading at the start of the new year, with subdued volumes keeping currency moves limited and broadly directionless as traders awaited the return of full market participation. The closures across several major financial centers kept liquidity light, curbing volatility and tempering activity …

Daily and Yearly Snapshot: The US Dollar Index (DXY) rose to 98.304, marking its highest level in a week with a 0.09% gain on Wednesday. While the dollar has seen modest fluctuations over the past month (−1.19%) and a moderate year-to-date drop of −9.42%, its resilience today highlights continued investor …

Tariffs Take a Backseat to Fiscal Strategy: US President Donald Trump’s tariffs dominated headlines in 2025, yet the year-end economic reality tells a different story. Despite early predictions of a possible recession, the US economy displayed remarkable resilience, with third-quarter growth soaring 4.3%, fueled by strong consumer spending and capital …