European stocks saw positive movement on Wednesday as investors remained optimistic following a strong earnings season and a continued deluge of corporate results. As of 03:05 ET (07:05 GMT), Germany’s DAX index climbed 0.5%, France’s CAC 40 gained 0.1%, and the U.K.’s FTSE 100 rose 0.3%. European earnings results have …
Read More »Gold Nears $3,400 as Fed Rate Cut Bets Grow and Powell’s Successor Looms
Gold prices surged 0.20% to $3,381 per troy ounce, driven by mounting expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut following lackluster U.S. economic data. The disappointing July Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report, combined with a slowdown in the services sector, has fueled speculation of monetary easing as early as September. …
Read More »Dollar Surges Amid Trade Tariff Debates
The U.S. dollar has maintained its strong upward momentum into the start of the week, bolstered by ongoing debates surrounding the White House’s trade tariff policies, speculation about further Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, and uncertainty over who will succeed Chair Jerome Powell. Meanwhile, global markets are closely watching the …
Read More »Mixed European Economic Indicators Keep the Euro Stable
Dollar’s Mixed Signals Create Currency Tug-of-WarThe Euro is holding onto modest gains against the US Dollar, as a blend of conflicting economic signals from both sides of the Atlantic keeps investors in a state of flux. A sharp rebound in the Euro on Friday, triggered by a weaker-than-expected US jobs …
Read More »Trump Discusses Federal Reserve Chair, Tariff Plans, and Trade Deals
In a recent interview with CNBC, President Donald Trump made several key announcements regarding U.S. economic policy, including his thoughts on the Federal Reserve chairmanship, new tariffs, and ongoing international trade negotiations. Fed Chair AppointmentTrump confirmed that Scott Bessent has declined consideration for the role of Federal Reserve Chair, sparking …
Read More »U.S. Dollar Steadies Amid Fed Rate Cut Expectations and Slowing Economy
The U.S. dollar stabilized on Tuesday after suffering losses following the disappointing July jobs report, as traders focused on the potential for further Federal Reserve rate cuts amid growing concerns over a slowing U.S. economy. Dollar Index Rises After Payrolls Data Impact At 04:15 ET (08:15 GMT), the Dollar Index, …
Read More »Gold Prices Steady as Markets Anticipate Fed Rate Cuts Amid Rising Trade Tensions
Gold prices held steady on Tuesday after three consecutive days of gains, buoyed by growing expectations that the Federal Reserve will implement a rate cut in September. This sentiment was further fueled by concerns over the U.S. economy and escalating trade tensions, which continue to provide support for safe-haven assets …
Read More »Can Switzerland Dodge Trump’s Tariff Storm with a Sweeter Deal?
Switzerland is racing against time to counter steep U.S. tariffs set to hit its exports with a hefty 39% duty, one of the highest globally, starting Thursday, August 7, 2025. The Alpine nation, stunned by President Donald Trump’s announcement, convened an emergency meeting on Monday to craft a “more attractive” …
Read More »Will EUR/USD Break Out as Fed Rate Cut Odds Soar and Eurozone Sentiment Falters?
The EUR/USD pair held steady on Monday, hovering near Friday’s closing levels after a robust 1.52% rally sparked by a disappointing U.S. jobs report. The weak Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) data, coupled with significant downward revisions to May and June figures, has fueled expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut in …
Read More »Are U.S. Treasury Yields Signaling a Market Rebound?
U.S. Treasury yields climbed at the close of Monday’s trading, propelled by positive economic developments and shifting trade dynamics that bolstered investor risk appetite. This surge in optimism triggered heavy selling of U.S. Treasuries, which maintain an inverse relationship with their yields, as market participants leaned into riskier assets. The …
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