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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The US Dollar edged higher on Tuesday, rebounding from a weak start to the week, buoyed by cautious …
USD/JPY Treads Water as Trade Talks and CPI Data Loom
The USD/JPY pair, up 0.25% at 144.95, clings to support above 144.90 as markets grapple with US-Chin…
Liquidity Crunch: Traders Face a Shifting Market in June 2025
Markets in June 2025 face a liquidity squeeze that’s reshaping how traders operate. U.S. Treasury yi…
Dollar Climbs and US Stocks Ride Risk-On Wave on Trade Talk Optimism
The US Dollar Index, tracking the currency against six major peers, rose 0.13% to 99.07 from 98.94, …
Gold Prices Struggles To Hold Steady Amid US-China Talks, CPI Anticipation
Gold prices, down 0.08% at $3,322.945 after reaching a daily high of $3,347.68, hold steady above th…
China’s Economic Rebound Faces Trade War Turbulence: Early Recovery Signals
China’s economy showed resilience in the first quarter of 2025, with growth reaching 4.7%, driven by…
Bitcoin Surges on U.S.-China Trade Talk Progress, Altcoins Follow Suit
Bitcoin experienced a sharp rise on Tuesday as investors reacted positively to the progress in ongoi…
Oil Prices See Modest Gains Ahead of U.S.-China Trade Talks and Ongoing Geopolitical Tensions
Oil prices inched higher on Tuesday as investors cautiously awaited the outcome of ongoing U.S.-Chin…
European Equities Remain Range-Bound as Investors Await Progress in U.S.-China Trade Talks
European equity indices traded in tight ranges on Tuesday, with investors closely watching ongoing t…
Gold Prices Fall as Risk Appetite Grows Ahead of U.S.-China Trade Talks and Inflation Data
Gold prices saw a decline on Tuesday in Asian trade, pressured by improving risk appetite and reduce…
Market Analysis
January, 2025
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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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