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January, 2025

• 25 January 2025 2:15 am

  Alibaba’s Share Repurchases Highlight Strategic Financial Management

  

  Alibaba Group Holding Limited has made multiple filings with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, submitting Next Day Disclosure Returns for January 20, 22, 23, and 24, 2025. These filings pertain to share repurchases made on the New York Stock Exchange between January 13 and January 17, 2025, showcasing the company’s …

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• 25 January 2025 1:52 am

  Trump Pressures OPEC and Putin to Lower Oil Prices, Aims to End Ukraine War

  

  Oil prices experienced a slight increase on Friday but concluded the week with a decline, marking the end of four consecutive weeks of gains. This shift follows President Trump’s announcement of major initiatives to boost domestic production and his renewed demand for OPEC to reduce crude prices.Price Movements Brent crude …

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• 24 January 2025 11:43 pm

  Will Gold Shine Brighter After the Fed Meeting?

  

  The Gold Index, XAU/USD, peaked above $2,785 per ounce, and at the time of writing, the precious metal is trading at $2,772.31 per ounce. The recent unexpected rise in the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) has reignited concerns about inflation, prompting investors to seek safe-haven assets like gold. Furthermore, escalating …

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• 24 January 2025 10:43 pm

  Dow Jones Poised for Second Weekly Gain

  

  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) traded sideways on Friday, experiencing minor fluctuations within a narrow range. Despite this subdued end to the week, equities remain firmly on a bullish trajectory, with the index poised for its second consecutive week of gains.The release of US Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data, …

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• 24 January 2025 8:36 pm

  US Dollar Declines as US PMI Reveals Stalled Outperformance

  

  The US Dollar has fallen back to session lows and is on track for a more than 2% loss this week in the Dollar Index. President Trump delivered softer comments, suggesting that tariffs on China might not be imposed after all. As a result, the US Dollar Index (DXY) has …

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• 24 January 2025 7:39 pm

  American Express Exceeds Expectations With Strong Q4 Results

  

  American Express reported fourth-quarter financial results that largely met market expectations. The company achieved earnings per share (EPS) of $3.04, slightly surpassing the consensus estimate, while total revenue aligned with analyst projections at $17.18 billion. Notably, billed business reached a record high of $408.4 billion, reflecting a robust 8% year-over-year …

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• 24 January 2025 3:46 pm

  Davos Highlights: Business Leaders and Trump Push EU for Faster Deregulation

  

  At the World Economic Forum in Davos, global business leaders echoed U.S. President Donald Trump’s calls for the European Union to expedite deregulation and enhance competition. The discussions underscored growing concerns about the EU’s ability to keep pace with other developed markets, particularly in light of rapid advancements in technology …

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• 24 January 2025 2:48 pm

  Oil Prices Edge Higher, Set for Weekly Decline Amid Trump’s Energy Policies and Market Caution

  

  Oil prices saw a modest rise on Friday but remained poised for weekly losses as markets reacted to U.S. President Donald Trump’s aggressive energy policies and ongoing global economic concerns. Market Performance Brent Crude Futures: Up 0.4% to $78.61 per barrel, down nearly 3% for the week. West Texas Intermediate …

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• 24 January 2025 1:21 pm

  Gold Prices Near Record Highs on Weaker Dollar and Rate Cut Calls

  

  Gold prices climbed in Asian trading on Friday, approaching record highs as a weakening U.S. dollar and President Donald Trump’s call for immediate interest rate cuts bolstered safe-haven demand. Market Performance Spot Gold: Up 0.7% to $2,773.91 per ounce, near its record high of $2,790.41. Gold Futures (Feb): Gained 0.6%, …

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• 24 January 2025 1:07 am

  Market Drivers: US Session

  

  The US Dollar Index weakened on Thursday as investors digested recent announcements regarding trade policy. Market focus now shifts to key US economic data, including flash Manufacturing and Services PMIs, Existing Home Sales, and the final Michigan Consumer Sentiment.EUR/USD resumed its uptrend, boosted by a weaker dollar and supported by …

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• 24 January 2025 12:55 am

  Breaking Free: The Bank of Japan’s Path to Monetary Policy Normalization

  

  The Bank of Japan (BOJ) is poised to significantly raise its benchmark interest rate, signaling a decisive shift in its monetary policy and marking a crucial step towards economic normalization. This move, widely anticipated by markets, reflects growing confidence in the sustainability of inflation and a strengthening economic recovery.The expected …

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• 24 January 2025 12:32 am

  S&P 500 Reaches Record High Amid Mixed Earnings and Trump Comments

  

  Introduction: The benchmark S&P 500 soared to an all-time high on Thursday, driven by a blend of corporate earnings reports and remarks from President Donald Trump. Investors are closely monitoring these developments, which have significant implications for the market’s trajectory.Corporate Earnings and Market Performance: The S&P 500’s rise was accompanied …

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• 23 January 2025 11:14 pm

  US Dollar Pressure Before and After Trump’s Davos Remarks

  

  US traders are closely monitoring the Federal Reserve’s looming rate decision, despite ongoing headlines about cuts. President Trump has renewed criticism of trade imbalances, sparking market chatter about new tax cuts and oil price demands. Solid US growth between 2.5% and 3.0% supports the Greenback, but policy ambiguities weigh on …

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