On May 9, 2025, President Donald Trump declared that the US would maintain a universal 10% tariff on imports, even as new trade agreements with other nations take shape, signaling a steadfast protectionist stance. While anticipating more trade deals in the coming weeks, Trump emphasized that exemptions would only apply …
Read More »Wall Street Futures Muted as Investors Await U.S.-China Trade Talks; Nvidia Eyes China Chip Shift
U.S. stock futures traded cautiously on Friday, as market participants held back ahead of a key round of trade negotiations between Washington and Beijing this weekend, following Thursday’s optimism surrounding a U.S.-U.K. trade agreement. At 05:45 ET (09:45 GMT), Dow Jones Futures dipped 14 points, or 0.1%, while S&P 500 …
Read More »Gold Slides Under $3,310 as US-UK Trade Boost Lifts Dollar
Gold prices dropped nearly 4% over two days to $3,305, retreating from a Tuesday peak above $3,400, as optimism from a US-UK trade deal fueled risk appetite and strengthened the US Dollar. The US Dollar Index (DXY) surged 0.85% to 100.71, pressuring precious metals, while the Federal Reserve’s steady rate …
Read More »Trump’s US-UK Trade Win Needs Fed’s Jet Fuel, Eyes China Tariff Relief
On May 8, 2025, President Donald Trump celebrated a landmark US-UK trade agreement, boosting market access and economic ties, while signaling potential tariff reductions with China ahead of crucial weekend talks. Criticizing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for holding rates steady, Trump argued that rate cuts would provide “jet fuel” …
Read More »Trump’s Trade Triumph: UK Deal Boosts Beef, Ethanol, and Economic Alignment
President Donald Trump made a flurry of remarks on Thursday, highlighting what he described as a major breakthrough in trade relations with the United Kingdom.Key TakeawaysJust concluded rare earth deal with Ukraine. Speaking with Zelenskiy soon. Reached breakthrough deal with UK. UK agreement increases access for beef, ethanol. UK will …
Read More »Bitcoin Nears $100K as Trade Deal Hopes Fuel Risk-On Rally
Bitcoin surged on Thursday, climbing toward the key psychological level of $100,000, as investor sentiment was buoyed by renewed hopes of a de-escalation in U.S. trade tensions. The gains followed comments from President Donald Trump that he would announce a “major” trade deal, stoking optimism that the administration’s tariff agenda …
Read More »Disney’s Earnings Magic Lifts US Stocks Despite Fed’s Gloomy Outlook
US stocks climbed higher, shrugging off a sobering Federal Reserve statement that warned of rising inflation and economic uncertainty. Fueled by optimism over upcoming US-China trade talks and standout earnings from companies like Disney, the Dow Jones and S&P 500 posted solid gains. The Fed’s decision to hold rates at …
Read More »U.S. Stocks Wobble as Fed Rate Decision Looms, Buoyed by U.S.-China Trade Talk Hopes
U.S. stocks showed mixed performance ahead of the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision, with New York Stock Exchange shares gaining support from news of a potential breakthrough in the U.S.-China trade dispute.This month’s Fed meeting comes amid uncertainty that makes predicting the central bank’s monetary policy moves nearly impossible. The …
Read More »Bitcoin Soars Near S&P 500 Peak, but Gold Ratio Signals Trouble
Bitcoin is charging toward record highs, nearing its strongest level against the S&P 500 on May 7, 2025, but a troubling decline in its gold ratio is flashing warning signs. As the cryptocurrency market buzzes with optimism, Dogecoin’s rally and heightened security practices among Asian traders add to the narrative. …
Read More »Wall Street Tumbles as Trump’s Tariffs Spark Corporate Panic and Stagflation Fears
US stocks have been declining since the start of trading on Tuesday, influenced by statements from American companies laden with messages of uncertainty regarding the expected impact of the Trump administration’s trade policies and the potential economic damage and losses these companies may face due to customs tariffs.These statements came …
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