The US Dollar Index (DXY) struggled to maintain momentum on Wednesday, hovering near 99.50 after relinquishing early gains from Asian trading. A combination of mixed economic data, uncertainty surrounding US trade policies, and a gloomy Federal Reserve Beige Book weighed on the Greenback. The DXY’s failure to sustain a push …
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On April 23, 2025, IBM announced its first-quarter results, delivering earnings and revenue that exceeded analyst expectations. Despite a dynamic economic landscape, the company upheld its full-year financial guidance, reflecting confidence in its strategic focus on hybrid cloud and artificial intelligence (AI). IBM’s stock has outperformed the broader tech market …
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The USD/CAD currency pair is trading steadily around the 1.3800 level during Wednesday’s North American session, posting modest gains after touching a six-month low earlier this week. The pair remains locked in a narrow range, with the Canadian Dollar (CAD) showing little volatility. Traders are sifting through recent economic data …
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The US dollar continues its upward trajectory, buoyed by optimism surrounding a potential breakthrough in the ongoing trade dispute between Washington and Beijing, which has escalated into a full-fledged trade war. This positive sentiment stems from encouraging developments in trade tensions reported on Tuesday.US trade officials expressed confidence in achieving …
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Tesla’s stock soared nearly 6% in early trading on April 23, 2025, reaching $251.41, even though the electric vehicle giant reported first-quarter earnings that fell significantly short of expectations. Investors appeared to shrug off the disappointing results, focusing instead on optimistic remarks from the company’s CEO during a pivotal earnings …
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U.S. stock index futures climbed sharply Wednesday, extending Tuesday’s gains, as investors cheered President Donald Trump’s softer rhetoric on both the Federal Reserve and trade with China. Robust earnings, including a surprise beat from Tesla, added fuel to the rally. Market Snapshot (as of 05:45 ET / 09:45 GMT): Dow …
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Oil prices climbed more than 1% on Wednesday, extending gains for a second consecutive session, as geopolitical tensions, tightening supply data, and a shift in tone from U.S. President Donald Trump lifted investor sentiment. Brent crude rose $1.00, or 1.5%, to $68.44 per barrel by 06:40 GMT West Texas Intermediate …
Read More »Gold Prices Slip as Trump Soothes Market Fears, Touts Tariff Cuts and Supports Fed
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