Forex Market

The potential impact of escalating US tariffs on the UK economy, and indeed the global economy, is a cause for serious concern, according to the Governor of the Bank of England, Andrew Bailey. Speaking before MPs, Bailey emphasized that these tariffs could significantly hinder economic growth and present “substantial” risks.The …

The European Central Bank (ECB) has announced a 25 basis point reduction in its policy rate, bringing the deposit rate to 2.50%. This decision signals a shift in the ECB’s assessment of its monetary policy, with the central bank now viewing its stance as “becoming meaningfully less restrictive.” This suggests …

Goldman Sachs strategists have signaled a modest upside for European stocks, even as the market continues to show strong performance forecasts for 2025. In a recent note, Guillaume Jaisson and his colleagues highlighted that while Europe now trades at a forward P/E of 14.2x—slightly above historical averages—it still commands a …

Gold prices edged higher in Asian trading on Thursday as the U.S. dollar slid to a four-month low amid indications that President Donald Trump might be open to negotiating his recently imposed steep trade tariffs. Spot gold inched up 0.1% to $2,921.42 per ounce, while April gold futures gained 0.1% …

Oil prices surged sharply in Asian trading on Thursday, rebounding from multi-year lows as U.S. concessions on recent tariffs helped lift market sentiment. The recovery came as traders weighed increased U.S. tariff pressures on China, Canada, and Mexico against expectations of higher oil supplies following an OPEC+ agreement to boost …

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced that President Donald Trump has granted the U.S. automotive industry—a sector heavily reliant on international trade—a one-month exemption from the newly imposed 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico. The administration is also exploring additional exemptions or delays, signaling a shift in …

The gold market is currently experiencing significant volatility, with XAU/USD trading near a weekly high of $2,929.08. This surge is primarily driven by a weakening US Dollar, which has been pressured by escalating trade war tensions and disappointing US economic data. President Trump’s recent tariff announcements, coupled with his downplaying …

The European Central Bank (ECB) is poised to announce its March policy rate decision, with a 25-basis-point cut widely expected, bringing the Deposit Facility Rate down to 2.5%. This move reflects the Eurozone’s relatively weaker economic performance compared to the United States, prompting a divergence in monetary policy. While the …

The US Dollar (USD) is experiencing a significant downturn, extending its losses for a third consecutive day against major currencies. The US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the USD’s performance against a basket of six currencies, fell to near 105.00, its lowest level since early November, marking a more than …

The U.S. service sector demonstrated robust growth in February, according to the latest report from the Institute for Supply Management (ISM). The ISM Services PMI climbed to 53.5, exceeding both January’s reading of 52.8 and analysts’ forecasts of 52.6. This indicates a notable acceleration in the sector’s expansion.Digging deeper into …