Market Update

Crude oil prices soared on Tuesday, driven by heightened geopolitical tensions as the U.S. issued a bold ultimatum to Russia. The U.S. President announced a ten-day deadline for Russia to reach a deal with Ukraine, threatening severe economic sanctions, including steep tariffs on Russian crude oil and secondary penalties on …

The British pound faced modest losses on Tuesday, caught in the crosshairs of a resurgent US dollar and a broader shift in investor sentiment. Despite hopes for a boost from a newly announced US-EU trade agreement, the currency struggled as markets turned cautious, favoring safe-haven assets over riskier ones like …

Global trade negotiations are heating up as the United States and China race against a looming August 12 deadline to resolve tariff disputes, with the U.S. signaling flexibility but maintaining pressure for favorable deals. Following the latest round of talks, optimism persists that progress is being made, though concrete agreements …

The US dollar charged to new multi-week peaks on Tuesday, fueled by growing uncertainties in global trade and eager anticipation for the Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest rate decision. Investors are also eyeing the critical Nonfarm Payrolls report later this week, which could further shape market dynamics. As the dollar strengthens, …

Investors are bracing for a high-impact week as hundreds of American companies, including several market-moving giants, prepare to release their quarterly earnings reports on Tuesday, July 29, and Wednesday, July 30, 2025. These announcements will provide crucial insights into corporate financial health across diverse sectors and are expected to significantly …

As the Federal Reserve prepares for its July meeting on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, a volatile mix of political pressure from President Donald Trump and an unprecedented 30-year split among governors threatens to shake its foundation. With Chair Jerome Powell under fire, the central bank is set to hold interest …

Boeing, the prominent aircraft manufacturer, reported a narrowed second-quarter loss and increased revenue, surpassing Wall Street’s expectations. This improvement comes as the company continues to navigate a series of operational and safety challenges.For the three months ending June 30, the company reported a loss of $611 million, or 92 cents …

Bitcoin stayed steady near $119,000 on Tuesday as investors awaited further clarity on U.S. trade negotiations and remained cautious ahead of the Federal Reserve’s policy decision scheduled for Wednesday. The world’s largest cryptocurrency had been trading sideways for most of July after reaching a record high above $123,000 earlier this …

Visa (NYSE:V) and Mastercard (NYSE:MA), the world’s largest payment processors, are expected to report higher quarterly profits this week, driven by steady consumer spending. As one of the most widely used payment networks globally, both companies stand well-positioned to withstand economic downturns, thanks to their broad consumer base and diversification …

European equities saw a modest uptick on Tuesday, lifted by corporate earnings reports, notably in EssilorLuxottica, and optimism surrounding the newly inked trade deal between the U.S. and the European Union. Market Performance Pan-European STOXX 600 index: Rose 0.5% by 0815 GMT. Germany’s DAX and France’s CAC 40: Both added …