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January, 2025

• 6 January 2025 3:49 pm

  U.S. Stock Futures Edge Higher Amid Anticipation of Key Jobs Data

  

  U.S. stock index futures opened the week on a positive note Monday, with investors focusing on upcoming economic data and Federal Reserve commentary. Market Performance as of 06:15 ET (11:15 GMT) Dow Jones Futures: Up 40 points (0.1%) S&P 500 Futures: Up 30 points (0.5%) Nasdaq 100 Futures: Gained 180 …

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• 6 January 2025 1:42 pm

  Euro Zone Economy Ends 2024 on a Weak Note

  

  The euro zone’s economic activity contracted for the second consecutive month in December 2024, as ongoing weakness in the manufacturing sector overshadowed a modest recovery in services, according to the latest survey data. Key Economic Indicators HCOB Composite PMI: Rose to 49.6 in December from 48.3 in November, slightly above …

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• 6 January 2025 12:47 pm

  European Shares Rise Amid Technology and Banking Sector Gains

  

  European stocks opened higher on Monday, supported by robust performances in the technology and banking sectors, as investors gear up for a week filled with crucial economic data, including inflation reports from Europe and jobs data from the United States. Market Highlights STOXX 600: Europe’s benchmark index rose 0.3% by …

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• 6 January 2025 12:18 pm

  Bitcoin Rises for the Seventh Session Amid Investor Optimism and Regulatory Uncertainty

  

  Bitcoin extended its rally on Monday, marking a seventh consecutive session of gains. The cryptocurrency has been recovering from its year-end slump as investors cautiously monitor the regulatory landscape ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration later this month. Key Price Movements Bitcoin: Gained 1.1%, trading at $99,513.7 by 01:35 ET …

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• 6 January 2025 11:09 am

  Oil Prices Slide Amid Strong Dollar, Sanctions, and Fed Speculations

  

  Oil prices edged lower on Monday, pressured by a strong U.S. dollar and market anticipation of upcoming key economic data and Federal Reserve policy signals. Concerns over sanctions on Iranian and Russian oil also weighed on sentiment, despite recent price gains supported by cold weather and fiscal stimulus measures in …

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• 6 January 2025 10:40 am

  Gold Prices Slip as Dollar Strengthens Amid Hawkish Fed Signals

  

  Gold prices dipped slightly in Asian trading on Monday, as a strengthening U.S. dollar and expectations of a slower pace of Federal Reserve monetary easing continued to weigh on the yellow metal. Hawkish remarks from Fed officials over the weekend added to the pressure on gold, signaling that interest rate …

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• 6 January 2025 6:15 am

  Financial Markets Weekly Brief: A Look at Major Currencies, Commodities, and Bitcoin

  

  This analysis provides a concise overview of key financial instruments including the US dollar (USD), Euro (EUR), Yen (JPY), Pound Sterling (GBP), gold, crude oil, and Bitcoin, along with economic factors influencing their performance. The dollar’s trading range was between 107.96 on Monday, and 108.99 on Friday, with a significant …

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• 4 January 2025 2:35 am

  XAU/USD Still Trapped in Wobbly Year’s Start, Ascent Still Likely

  

  The year 2025 began with a mixed bag for gold investors. After a period of volatility, gold prices dipped on Friday, retreating from earlier gains as market sentiment improved. This shift followed a week marked by conflicting signals, reflecting the intricate interplay of economic data and investor sentiment. Gold is …

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• 3 January 2025 11:04 pm

  US Dollar Retreats Amid Improved Risk Appetite

  

  The US dollar weakened on Friday, retreating from recent highs as improved risk sentiment buoyed global markets. This shift in investor sentiment followed positive economic data releases, including stronger-than-expected manufacturing activity and a decline in jobless claims.The US Institute for Supply Management (ISM) manufacturing PMI rose to a nine-month high, …

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• 3 January 2025 10:08 pm

  GBP/USD Rebounds Slightly on Friday Amid Mixed Data

  

  The GBP/USD currency pair experienced a modest recovery on Friday, closing above the 1.2400 level. This move coincided with a generally risk-on sentiment in the market.While UK economic data releases, including macroeconomic and consumer credit figures, largely disappointed, their impact on market sentiment was minimal. Conversely, positive US ISM Manufacturing …

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• 3 January 2025 8:11 pm

  Bitcoin: A Geopolitical Asset Reshaping the Global Monetary Order

  

  In 2025, bitcoin has transcended its status as a niche investment to become a pivotal geopolitical asset. Governments and central banks worldwide, from the United States to Switzerland, are actively discussing its role in national reserves. This shift signifies bitcoin’s emergence as a formidable challenger to traditional reserve assets like …

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• 3 January 2025 7:11 pm

  US Manufacturing Sector Shows Signs of Stabilization

  

  The US manufacturing sector exhibited signs of stabilization in December, as the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Manufacturing PMI rose to 49.3, surpassing the expected reading of 48.4. While still in contraction territory (a reading below 50 indicates contraction), this slight improvement suggests a moderation in the pace of decline.However, …

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• 3 January 2025 5:52 pm

  Dollar Dips But Stays Near Two-Year High Amid Growth Concerns and Global Woes

  

  The U.S. dollar remained close to a two-year high on Friday, despite a slight dip, driven by investor expectations that the growth gap between the U.S. and other economies will continue to widen. Meanwhile, Chinese blue chips experienced their largest weekly decline since 2022, adding to global economic concerns. Dollar …

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