Gold prices soared by more than 1.13%, climbing to approximately $3,355 per ounce, before stablizing at $3,339 at the time of writing, propelled by mounting uncertainties surrounding global trade policies as the U.S. approaches a critical July 9 tariff deadline. The faltering progress in trade negotiations, combined with unpredictable economic …
Read More »Senate Approves Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’: Key Provisions and Next Steps
The US Senate passed President Donald Trump’s ambitious legislative package, known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” marking a significant milestone in his administration’s economic agenda. The 940-page bill, which narrowly cleared procedural hurdles over the weekend, survived a contentious “vote-a-rama” session to secure approval. Combining sweeping tax cuts, spending …
Read More »US Dollar Stages Comeback as Strong ISM and JOLTS Data Counter Political and Trade Uncertainties
The US Dollar Index (DXY) staged a recovery after hitting its lowest level since February 2022 at 96.38, climbing to around 96.85 during the American session, buoyed by stronger-than-expected US economic data. The ISM Manufacturing PMI and JOLTS Job Openings reports exceeded forecasts, easing some of the bearish pressure that …
Read More »Euro Hits Multi-Year Peak Before Dollar Rebounds: ECB Forum and US Data in Focus
The EUR/USD currency pair surged to a multi-year high of 1.1830, its strongest level since September 2021, before retreating slightly as robust US economic data bolstered the US Dollar. The Eurozone’s stabilizing inflation, with headline CPI reaching the European Central Bank’s (ECB) 2% target and core inflation steady at 2.3%, …
Read More »Central Bank Titans Convene in Sintra: Powell, Lagarde, and Bailey Tackle Global Monetary Challenges
On July 1, 2025, the picturesque town of Sintra, Portugal, became the epicenter of global economic discourse as the European Central Bank (ECB) Forum on Central Banking brought together some of the world’s most influential central bankers. Among them were Jerome Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve, Christine Lagarde, President …
Read More »BOJ’s Ueda Signals Persistent Low Inflation at ECB Forum
On July 1, 2025, at 5:55 PM EEST, Bank of Japan (BOJ) Governor Kazuo Ueda provided critical insights into Japan’s economic landscape during a panel discussion at the European Central Bank’s Forum on Central Banking in Sintra, Portugal. Addressing an audience of global financial leaders, economists, and policymakers, Ueda stated …
Read More »Oil Prices Stabilize as OPEC+ Output Hike and Trade Talks Dominate Market Focus
1. Oil Price MovementsOil prices saw slight gains on Tuesday as market participants evaluated expectations of an OPEC+ output hike announcement for August, along with ongoing trade negotiations. At 1133 GMT, Brent crude was up by 54 cents, or 0.8%, trading at $67.28 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate …
Read More »Gold Prices Jump Amid Trade Uncertainty and Weaker Dollar
Gold Surges as Safe-Haven Demand Increases Gold prices saw a notable increase in Asian trade on Tuesday, driven by heightened safe-haven demand due to rising uncertainty surrounding U.S. trade negotiations and concerns over President Donald Trump’s upcoming tariff deadline. Spot gold rose 0.8%, reaching $3,328.71 per ounce, while Gold Futures …
Read More »U.S. Dollar Weakens Amid Fiscal Worries and Trade Uncertainty
The U.S. dollar lingered at its weakest level against the euro since September 2021 on Tuesday, driven by growing fiscal concerns surrounding President Donald Trump’s tax-and-spending bill and continued uncertainty over trade deals. Investors are increasingly betting on a more aggressive pace of monetary policy easing by the Federal Reserve …
Read More »Oil Prices Fall Amid Easing Supply Concerns and OPEC+ Production Hike Expectations
Oil prices fell to a three-week low on Tuesday, with both Brent and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude prices slipping as supply concerns eased, and expectations grew for an increase in production by the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries and allies (OPEC+). The drop in prices also came in light …
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