Market Update

German business morale improved more than expected in February, reaching its highest level since August and reinforcing hopes that Europe’s largest economy may finally be turning a corner after a prolonged period of weakness. The Ifo institute said on Monday that its closely watched business climate index rose to 88.6 …

The U.S. dollar slipped on Monday after a Supreme Court ruling against President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff measures injected fresh uncertainty into U.S. trade policy, compounding existing concerns over rising geopolitical tensions with Iran. The euro rose 0.2% to $1.1808, while sterling gained 0.3% to $1.3519. The dollar also eased …

Oil prices fell about 1% on Monday as investors weighed easing geopolitical tensions ahead of renewed U.S.–Iran nuclear talks against fresh uncertainty over global growth following new U.S. tariff measures. Brent crude futures declined 87 cents, or 1.21%, to $70.89 a barrel by 07:22 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate …

European equity markets edged lower on Monday as renewed uncertainty over U.S. trade policy dampened risk appetite at the start of the new week, offsetting recent optimism driven by improving earnings and economic data. By 03:02 ET (08:02 GMT), Germany’s DAX fell 0.6%, France’s CAC 40 slipped 0.2%, and the …

Gold prices climbed for a fourth consecutive session on Monday, extending last week’s gains as fresh global tariffs announced by U.S. President Donald Trump and a weaker U.S. dollar strengthened demand for the precious metal as a safe haven. Spot gold rose 0.8% to $5,148.66 an ounce by 01:52 ET …

It was a week full of surprises that culminated on its final day, leaving global financial markets ending their sessions in an unexpected manner given the political and economic developments that unfolded throughout the period. This weekly summary reviews the most important events that shaped the landscape. Sources of Uncertainty …

Military Buildup Raises Market Alarms: The United States has increased its military presence in the Middle East, fueling speculation of a possible strike on Iran. Brent crude has already surged past $70 per barrel, while U.S. crude climbed nearly $10 in a month. Investors are bracing for further volatility as …

In a defiant response to a major legal setback, U.S. President Donald Trump signaled a renewed and more aggressive push on trade tariffs, insisting that his administration will find alternative legal routes to impose new duties despite a recent Supreme Court ruling that curtailed his authority.Speaking from the White House …

U.S. financial markets and cryptocurrencies moved decisively higher after a landmark decision by the US Supreme Court struck down sweeping tariffs imposed under emergency powers, removing a major source of economic and policy uncertainty that had weighed on global sentiment.The ruling concluded that the former president Donald Trump exceeded his …

The latest batch of U.S. economic data has delivered an uncomfortable message to markets: inflation remains stubbornly elevated just as economic momentum fades. Fresh readings on Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) inflation for December 2025, alongside fourth-quarter Gross Domestic Product (GDP) figures, reveal an economy drifting toward a dangerous crossroads. Prices …