Market Analysis

October, 2025

  • 7 October 2025 4:48 pm

    Yen Slides to Two-Month Low, Euro Weakens as Political Turmoil Grips Japan and France

    Currency markets were dominated by political developments on Tuesday, with the Japanese yen falling to a two-month low following Sanae Takaichi’s victory in Japan’s ruling party leadership race, while the euro weakened further as France’s political crisis deepened after the resignation of its prime minister. Yen Drops as Takaichi Signals …

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  • 7 October 2025 2:57 pm

    Trump Demands Democrats Back GOP Funding Plan as Shutdown Drags Into Second Week

    The U.S. government shutdown entered its second week on Monday, with President Donald Trump escalating pressure on Democrats to support the Republican funding proposal before any negotiations on healthcare or other policy issues can move forward. In a post on Truth Social, Trump accused Democrats of “closing the government right …

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  • 7 October 2025 1:05 pm

    Bitcoin Holds Firm Near Record Highs as ETF Inflows and ‘Uptober’ Momentum Support Gains

    Bitcoin traded mostly steady on Tuesday, holding close to all-time highs after a surge past $126,000, supported by strong institutional inflows, safe-haven rotation during the prolonged U.S. government shutdown, and seasonal optimism often dubbed “Uptober.” As of 02:05 ET (06:05 GMT), Bitcoin (BTC) rose 0.4% to $124,427.9, after touching a …

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  • 7 October 2025 11:46 am

    European Stocks Slip as Political Uncertainty in France and U.S. Weighs on Sentiment

    European markets opened slightly lower on Tuesday, as investors weighed continued political turmoil in France and the United States, alongside heightened volatility surrounding the global artificial intelligence rally. By 04:17 ET (08:17 GMT), the pan-European Stoxx 600 eased 0.1%, while Germany’s DAX slipped 0.2%. The U.K.’s FTSE 100 gained 0.1%, …

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  • 7 October 2025 10:31 am

    Asian Chip Stocks Rise After AMD–OpenAI Partnership Boosts AI Optimism

    Chipmaking and AI-related stocks in Japan and Taiwan climbed sharply on Tuesday, following a surge in AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) shares overnight after the U.S. semiconductor giant announced a multi-year deal to supply artificial intelligence processors to OpenAI. Strong Gains Across Key Asian Chipmakers In Taipei, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) …

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  • 7 October 2025 9:42 am

    Oil Prices Steady as Markets Digest Modest OPEC+ Output Hike

    Oil prices held near flat in Asian trading on Tuesday, stabilizing after a sharp rebound in the previous session as investors assessed the impact of a smaller-than-expected OPEC+ production increase scheduled for next month. As of 21:44 ET (01:44 GMT), Brent crude futures for September delivery rose 0.2% to $65.60 …

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  • 7 October 2025 2:53 am

    Trump Targets Imported Trucks with New 25% Tariff

    In a bold move to strengthen domestic manufacturing, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on October 6, 2025, a 25% tariff on all medium- and heavy-duty trucks imported into the United States, effective November 1, 2025. The initiative is part of Trump’s “America First” policy, aimed at protecting American industry from …

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  • 7 October 2025 1:50 am

    Market Drivers – US Session: Which Assets Most Challenge US Shutdown Standoff?

    The dramatic surge in gold and silver prices is a clear, fundamental challenge to the prevailing narrative of global economic management. With gold advancing near $3,960 per troy ounce and silver hitting a high not seen since 2011, the market is signaling an acute lack of confidence in policymakers’ ability …

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  • 7 October 2025 1:09 am

    The AI Surge: A Genuine Treasure or a Deceptive Modern Bubble?

    The artificial intelligence (AI) sector is witnessing a frenzy following a number of massive deals that promise to reshape the technological landscape, but beneath the excitement and large figures lie questions about sustainability. Recent announcements, including a multi-year chip supply agreement between “OpenAI” and “AMD” valued at tens of billions …

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  • 7 October 2025 12:12 am

    French Lecornu’s Resignation Casts Its Repercussions on Euro, European Economy

    In a sudden political shock that cast heavy shadows over global financial markets, French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu submitted his resignation less than a month after assuming office, and French President Emmanuel Macron announced his acceptance of the resignation, triggering a wave of economic disruptions in the second-largest economy in …

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  • 6 October 2025 11:17 pm

    Rate Cut Bets Anchor US Stocks Amid Government Shutdown and Tariff Noise

    The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) began the week on shaky ground, briefly slipping after opening near a record high above 46,800 on Monday. Despite the initial caution, the overall mood in the market remains tilted toward the upside, largely driven by the expectation of continued monetary easing from the …

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  • 6 October 2025 10:22 pm

    ECB Signals End of Disinflation, Eyes Global Role for the Euro

    The European Central Bank (ECB) is signaling a turning point in its monetary policy strategy. President Christine Lagarde confidently declared that the disinflationary phase is over, highlighting that inflation remains close to the ECB’s 2% target while underlying economic trends support price stability. Labor markets are robust, and wage growth …

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  • 6 October 2025 9:58 pm

    Sterling’s Tale and Moves Amid Global Political Shifts

    Global currency markets are navigating heightened uncertainty this week as political developments in the US, UK, and Japan are influencing major pairs.GBP/USD Holds Steady Amid US ShutdownThe British Pound has remained largely unchanged against the US Dollar as the US government shutdown enters its sixth day. With key economic data …

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