Gold prices fell by more than 1% on Tuesday as easing geopolitical tensions following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran prompted investors to move away from safe-haven assets. Spot Gold fell 1.1% to $3,332.57 an ounce by 02:00 ET (06:00 GMT), marking its lowest …
Read More »Oil Prices Fall Sharply After U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Agreement Eases Supply Disruption Fears
Oil prices tumbled to their lowest levels in over a week on Tuesday following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a ceasefire agreement between Iran and Israel, reducing concerns over supply disruptions in the Middle East—one of the world’s most critical oil-producing regions. As of 0330 GMT, Brent crude futures …
Read More »On A Day of Market Surprises: Geopolitical Jitters and Fed Signals – What’s Next for Investors?
On June 23, 2025, global markets displayed resilience as stocks climbed and oil prices plummeted following Iran’s restrained missile strikes on U.S. bases in Qatar and Iraq. This response to heightened Middle East tensions, coupled with dovish signals from Federal Reserve officials, offers a moment to reflect on the forces …
Read More »US Economy Slows as Prices Soar, Yet Jobs Surge
The US economy in June 2025 presents a complex picture: growth persists but slows, inflation surges due to tariffs, and job gains offer resilience. These dynamics, captured by the S&P Global US PMI Composite Output Index at 52.8, suggest an economy expanding at a 1.5% annualized rate, down from late …
Read More »A Case for Cutting Rates: Fed’s Next Move
The Federal Reserve stands at a pivotal moment. With inflation pressures appearing contained, FOMC Governor Michelle Bowman has signaled openness to cutting interest rates as early as July 2025. This shift could realign monetary policy with a neutral stance, balancing a healthy labor market while addressing emerging economic risks. Here’s …
Read More »Oil Stocks Surge as U.S. Strikes on Iran Send Crude Prices Higher
Shares of major oil companies surged in premarket trading on Wall Street on Monday following U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend, which have reignited fears of supply disruptions and a spike in oil prices. Chevron (NYSE: CVX), Exxon Mobil (NYSE: XOM), ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP), Hess Corporation (NYSE: …
Read More »Eurozone Economy Shows Signs of Stagnation Amid Geopolitical Tensions
The Eurozone Composite PMI for June stood at 50.2, nearly identical to the previous month, signaling stagnation in the region’s economic activity after a strong first quarter. Despite a resilient manufacturing sector, which has recently benefited from US frontloading and inventory adjustments, new downside risks have emerged, particularly with escalating …
Read More »U.S. Dollar Firming Amid Geopolitical Tensions
The U.S. dollar saw a modest uptick on Monday as investors sought safety amid rising geopolitical risks stemming from the Israel-Iran conflict. The restrained movements suggested that the market was waiting for Iran’s response to the U.S. attacks on its nuclear sites, which escalated tensions in the Middle East. Key …
Read More »Oil Prices Surge Amid U.S. Involvement in Iran-Israel Conflict
Oil prices soared on Monday, reaching their highest levels since January, as the U.S. joined Israel in launching attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities, stoking fears of supply disruptions in the Middle East. Brent crude futures rose by $1.92, or 2.49%, to $78.93 a barrel at 0117 GMT. U.S. West Texas …
Read More »Gold Prices Dip as U.S. Strike on Iran Boosts Dollar Demand
Gold prices fell slightly on Monday amid increasing demand for the U.S. dollar, triggered by the U.S. attack on key nuclear facilities in Iran, which marked an escalation in the Middle Eastern conflict. At 01:08 ET (05:08 GMT), spot gold was down 0.2% at $3,360.11 per ounce, and gold futures …
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