Market Update

U.S. Federal Reserve officials remain divided on the potential inflationary impact of President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs, but growing concerns are emerging regarding their effects on supply chains, public expectations, and pricing dynamics. As the scope of the administration’s trade policies expands, policymakers are reassessing the broader economic risks associated …

U.S. stock futures turned lower on Wednesday, erasing earlier gains as investors assessed geopolitical risks, trade uncertainties, and the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting minutes. Market Snapshot (as of 11:17 GMT): Dow futures fell 66 points (-0.2%). S&P 500 futures declined 6 points (-0.1%). Nasdaq 100 futures slipped 11 points (-0.1%). …

European stock markets saw mixed trading on Wednesday, as investors reacted to corporate earnings results and higher-than-expected UK inflation data. Market Performance (as of 09:33 GMT): Germany’s DAX edged up 0.1%. UK’s FTSE 100 slipped 0.1%. France’s CAC 40 dipped 0.2%. Pan-European Stoxx 600 hovered around the flatline, after reaching …

The United Kingdom’s inflation rate rose to 3% in January, surpassing the 2.8% forecast by economists, according to data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) on Wednesday. Key Highlights: Inflation accelerated from 2.5% in December to 3% in January. Core inflation (excluding energy, food, alcohol, and tobacco) rose to …

Gold prices surged to a fresh all-time high on Wednesday, extending their third consecutive day of gains amid geopolitical tensions and renewed trade tariff concerns from U.S. President Donald Trump. Spot gold (XAU/USD) climbed above $2,947.08 per ounce during the European trading session. Gold futures also saw strong upward momentum, …

Oil prices rose on Wednesday, supported by supply concerns stemming from a Ukrainian drone attack on a Russian oil facility, cold weather disruptions in the U.S., and OPEC+ speculation regarding output levels. Brent crude futures climbed 0.5% to $76.25 per barrel at 07:20 GMT. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude for …

Gold prices dipped slightly in Asian trading on Wednesday, with spot gold down 0.2% at $2,929.02 an ounce, while gold futures for April delivery fell 0.1% to $2,946.22 an ounce by 00:27 ET (05:27 GMT). Despite the decline, gold remains near all-time highs, as markets weigh the impact of Trump’s …

Bitcoin extended its losing streak on Wednesday, edging 0.4% lower to $95,347.5 by 01:17 ET (6:17 GMT) as investors adopted a cautious stance ahead of potential U.S. trade tariffs and the release of the Federal Reserve’s meeting minutes. Despite the dip, Bitcoin continues to trade within a narrow range, reflecting …

Market dynamics are expected to be influenced by a series of crucial events on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Among these are a speech by the U.S. President, building permits data, and the release of the FOMC meeting minutes, all of which will be closely watched by investors and analysts.This week, …

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) experienced a volatile session, initially dropping significantly before recovering to near flat. Despite this overall stability, substantial losses in the healthcare and retail sectors, specifically UnitedHealth and Home Depot, weighed on the index. UnitedHealth’s decline stemmed from shareholder concerns about claims denial practices, while …