The US Dollar Index (DXY) surged to two-day highs near 99.70, driven by fading US-China trade tensions and lackluster US economic data. With markets largely shuttered for the May 1, 2025, Labour Day holiday, the dollar’s rally underscores shifting investor priorities. The Federal Reserve faces a critical juncture, needing to …
Read More »Dollar Wavers as Economic Woes and Fed Speculations Mount
The US Dollar Index (DXY) lingers near 99.30, reflecting investor caution as economic signals falter and scrutiny of Federal Reserve policy intensifies. A surprising GDP contraction, sticky inflation, and upcoming data releases keep markets on edge. The path ahead hinges on whether the Fed can navigate these challenges without tipping …
Read More »US Economic Contraction and Inflation Surge Impact GBP/USD
The United States economy experienced an unexpected contraction in the first quarter of 2025, shrinking by 0.3%, according to the US Commerce Department. This marked a significant downturn from the 2.4% growth recorded in the final quarter of 2024 and fell short of economists’ expectations of a modest 0.3% expansion. …
Read More »EUR/USD Analysis: Bullish Outlook Persists Despite Minor Dip
The EUR/USD currency pair traded near the 1.1350 level on Wednesday, experiencing a slight retreat after earlier gains in the session. Despite this modest pullback, the pair’s broader bullish trend remains firmly intact, underpinned by the strong alignment of both short- and long-term moving averages. Technical indicators, however, signal a …
Read More »Gold Slips, But Still Set for Fourth Straight Monthly Gain Amid Trade Optimism and Key U.S. Data Awaited
Gold prices extended their decline on Wednesday as improved sentiment around U.S. trade policy and tariff relief reduced demand for safe-haven assets. Still, the precious metal remains on track for a nearly 6% monthly gain in April, marking its fourth consecutive monthly rise. Spot Gold: ↓ 0.4% to $3,305.10/oz Gold …
Read More »Oil Prices Set for Worst Monthly Decline Since 2021 as Trade War and Supply Fears Mount
Oil prices continued their sharp decline on Wednesday, deepening a rout that has pushed both Brent and WTI crude toward their worst monthly performance in over three years. Brent crude fell 72 cents (-1.12%) to $63.53 per barrel (as of 04:04 GMT). WTI crude dropped 70 cents (-1.16%) to $59.71 …
Read More »Bitcoin Poised for Gains Amid Federal Reserve Rate Cut Speculation
On Tuesday, April 30, 2025, Bitcoin experienced a slight downturn, closing at $94,217 per unit after reaching a daily high of $95,479 and a low of $94,084. This decline followed a technical correction triggered by profit-taking after the cryptocurrency surpassed the $95,000 mark, a level that has recently prompted intense …
Read More »U.S. Dollar Climbs Amid Tariff Relief and Economic Uncertainty
On Tuesday, April 30, 2025, the U.S. dollar gained further ground, buoyed by positive developments in U.S. trade policy. A report from The Wall Street Journal revealed that President Donald Trump is contemplating a reduction in tariffs on imported automobiles, alongside a potential elimination of duties on U.S.-manufactured auto parts. …
Read More »Gold Price Dips as Dollar Rebounds Amid Growing Market Optimism
Gold prices took a step back on April 29, 2025, as the US dollar regained ground and investor confidence in riskier assets surged. Trading at $3,323, XAU/USD fell 0.60% during the North American session, weighed down by a 0.27% rise in the US Dollar Index (DXY) and fading safe-haven demand. …
Read More »US Treasury Yields Slide as Economic Data Signals Caution
On April 29, 2025, U.S. Treasury yields fell in response to a wave of disappointing economic data, fueling expectations that the Federal Reserve may soon cut interest rates. The decline in yields, particularly on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note, reflects growing concerns about the health of the U.S. economy as …
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