Under Trump’s presidency, as the Chinese economy is more dependent on exports, making tariffs more potent. However, it is less reliant on American markets and increasingly bent on self-sufficiency. Chinese leaders are directing investment into robotics and aviation to accelerate industrial advances. The balance of power has shifted in favour …
Read More »Market Review: Euro Dips to 4-Month Low Against Dollar Amid Tariff Fears and U.S. Policy Uncertainty
The euro fell to its lowest level in 4 and a half months against the U.S. dollar on Monday, as concerns about potential U.S. tariffs weighed heavily on the currency and investors reacted to growing uncertainties surrounding U.S. economic policy under President-elect Donald Trump. At 10:00 GMT, the euro was …
Read More »Oil Prices Hold Steady as U.S. Storm Concerns Subside and China’s Stimulus Plan Falls Short
Oil prices remained relatively unchanged on Monday, as concerns over potential supply disruptions from a storm in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico eased, and disappointment over China’s stimulus plan weighed on expectations for future fuel demand growth in the world’s second-largest oil consumer. By 07:14 GMT, Brent crude futures were …
Read More »European Stocks Rise Amid Wall Street Momentum and Federal Reserve Rate Cut
European stock markets kicked off the week on a high note, buoyed by record gains from Wall Street and recent moves by the U.S. Federal Reserve to lower interest rates. By 03:10 ET (08:10 GMT), key indices showed robust gains: Germany’s DAX was up 1.1%, France’s CAC 40 increased by …
Read More »Bitcoin Reaches New Record High, Driven by Optimism over Trump’s Election Win and Fed Rate Cuts
Bitcoin extended its record-breaking rally on Monday, spurred by favorable sentiment following Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 presidential election. The world’s largest cryptocurrency reached an all-time high of $81,792.4 before settling slightly lower at $81,193.4 by early morning trading. Trump Victory Fuels Optimism for Cryptocurrencies The surge in Bitcoin …
Read More »Could trade war tariffs architect become Trump’s pick for US Trade Rep?
The man behind the trade war tariffs between the United States and China, Robert Lighthizer, reportedly has been appointed to serve as the US Trade Representative once again in Trump’s upcoming government. He is an ardent supporter of tariffs as a powerful instrument to combat foreign subsidies and support American …
Read More »BTC price soars past $77k all-time high amid renewed fears
Earlier during this trading week, Bitcoin’s price reached a new all-time high near $77K, amid concerns about mass liquidations in a snap market reversal. The volatility came as the United States Federal Reserve lowered interest rates by an expected 0.25%. After the latest Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, Fed …
Read More »Gold edges lower post-US election, FOMC decision
Gold falls on Friday as Donald Trump’s re-election continues to impact the precious metal. This reverses a short-term bounce following the Federal Reserve’s decision to cut interest rates by 0.25%. Technically, XAU/USD corrects back within a short-term downtrend. Gold (XAU/USD) edges down to trade around the $2,690 mark on Friday, …
Read More »USD/JPY Finds Support at Key Trendline
The USD/JPY pair has recently dipped to a significant long-term trendline at around 152.55, but remains within an overall uptrend. While a short-term correction has occurred, the underlying bullish momentum suggests a potential recovery and further upside. Potential Upward Movement:Immediate Upside: A break above the November 7 high of 154.71 …
Read More »GBP trades cautiously following BoE’s rate decision
The Pound Sterling is trading cautiously on Friday, as the Bank of England (BoE) signaled a more gradual approach to interest rate cuts. The central bank’s decision to reduce its benchmark rate by 25 basis points, while in line with the Federal Reserve’s move, was accompanied by a less dovish …
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