European stocks surged to a record high on Thursday, driven by strong earnings from Nestlé and growing market optimism over potential peace talks between the United States and Russia regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine. As of 08:13 GMT, the pan-European STOXX 600 index gained 0.5%, extending its record-breaking rally …
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EUR/USD Plummets as Hot US PPI Dashes Hopes for Big Fed Rate Cut
The EUR/USD pair tumbled 0.57% to 1.1638 on Thursday, driven by a surprisingly robust US inflation r…
Gold Hit Hard by US Inflation Data
Gold prices plummeted on Thursday, August 14, 2025, after robust US Producer Price Index (PPI) data …
Market Drivers: US Retail Sales and Consumer Sentiment Take Spotlight
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USD/JPY Surges as Robust US Data Bolsters Dollar
The USD/JPY currency pair rebounded sharply from a three-week low on Thursday, gaining over 150 pips…
Inflation Surprise Dims Hopes for a September Rate Cut
President Donald Trump’s repeated demands for a September interest rate cut have hit a signifi…
Silver’s Rebound Halted as Strong US Data Boosts Dollar
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Wholesale Prices Surge as Tariffs Ripple Through US Economy
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U.S. Jobless Claims Show Modest Drop, but Hiring Remains Tepid
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U.S. Producer Prices Accelerate in July Amid Tariff Pressures
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Market Analysis
February, 2025
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13 February 2025 12:55 pm
European Stocks Hit Record Highs Amid Nestlé Earnings and U.S.-Russia Peace Talks
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13 February 2025 10:58 am
Oil Prices Decline Amid Potential Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks and U.S. Inflation Concerns
Oil prices fell in Asian trading on Thursday as U.S. President Donald Trump signaled potential progress toward a peace treaty between Russia and Ukraine. The possibility of an agreement raised expectations that U.S. sanctions on Russian crude could be lifted, increasing global oil supply. Meanwhile, a higher-than-expected U.S. consumer inflation …
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13 February 2025 2:09 am
BoC Meeting Minutes Reveal Canada’s Monetary Policy Challenge
The Bank of Canada faces a complex challenge. Recent meeting minutes reveal that potential US tariffs are a central concern, prompting a pre-emptive rate cut to bolster economic activity. The council, including figures like Governor Tiff Macklem, are now carefully monitoring the economic landscape.Inflationary Pressures and the Risk of ContagionWhile …
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13 February 2025 1:21 am
Is Bitcoin’s Rebound A Sign of Shifting Tides?
Bitcoin’s recent price action has sparked considerable interest, particularly its swift recovery after an initial dip triggered by unexpectedly high U.S. inflation data. This rebound, coupled with other market dynamics, raises questions about the forces currently shaping the cryptocurrency landscape.Inflation’s Impact and the Fed’s HawkishnessThe release of stronger-than-anticipated Consumer Price …
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13 February 2025 12:31 am
Gold’s Wild Week: XAU/USD recovers 0.20% after diving on hot CPI report
Gold prices recovered 0.20% and are trading at $2,902 per ounce after having experienced a tumultuous week, swinging from record highs to significant losses. The precious metal’s roller-coaster ride reflects the complex interplay of economic data, Federal Reserve policy, and geopolitical risks. Gold Prices Chart – Source: TradingView Stronger-than-expected US …
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12 February 2025 11:14 pm
Wall Street’s Latest Earnings Season: A Story of Two Realities
US companies have delivered a robust earnings season, exceeding expectations and demonstrating significant growth. However, this positive performance has been overshadowed by broader economic concerns, leaving investors hesitant and stock prices subdued. This disconnect between strong earnings and market reaction reveals a complex interplay of factors influencing investor sentiment.Strong Earnings, …
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12 February 2025 10:22 pm
Rate Cuts Sharply Dimmed Following Hot CPI Report, Powell’s Hawkish Rhetoric
Expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts have taken a significant hit following the release of a hotter-than-anticipated inflation report for January and subsequent comments from Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Market predictions have undergone a dramatic shift, now suggesting a rate cut is highly unlikely before September of this year, …
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12 February 2025 9:35 pm
Pound Sterling Under Pressure: US CPI Data Triggers Dollar Rally
The GBP/USD fell below 1.2400 after stronger-than-expected US inflation data was released. The pair reached a low of 1.2374 as the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) exceeded 3% year-over-year for the first time since June 2024, signaling persistent price pressures. This has led investors to push back expectations for a …
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12 February 2025 8:26 pm
Powell Testimony Live: Will Recent Inflation Data Impact the Fed’s Plans
Jerome Powell, Chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed), testifies once again on the semiannual Monetary Policy Report, this time before the House Financial Services Committee.Key Highlights:“No changes to my commitment; I will not resign if asked by Trump.” ” The Fed’s previous policy framework did not limit our response …
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12 February 2025 7:18 pm
US Consumer Price Inflation Exceeds Market Expectations
US consumer price index (CPI) readings for January showed a higher-than-expected increase, driven by rising housing, food, and energy prices, as well as a sharp rise in used car prices.The monthly reading of the US CPI rose by 0.5% in January, compared to the 0.4% recorded in the previous month, …
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12 February 2025 5:23 pm
Oil Prices Decline as U.S. Crude Stockpiles Rise and Powell Signals Cautious Rate Cuts
Oil prices fell on Wednesday, ending a three-day winning streak, as data showed a sharp rise in U.S. crude inventories and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell indicated that interest rate cuts would not come quickly this year. As of 12:30 GMT, Brent crude declined by 77 cents, or 1%, to …
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12 February 2025 3:16 pm
U.S. Futures Edge Lower Ahead of Key Inflation Report
U.S. stock index futures dipped slightly on Wednesday as investors awaited a crucial consumer inflation report that could influence the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy outlook. At 05:50 ET (10:50 GMT): Dow Jones Futures fell 75 points (-0.2%) S&P 500 Futures declined 8 points (-0.1%) Nasdaq 100 Futures slipped 9 points …
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12 February 2025 12:56 pm
European Stocks Rise Cautiously Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data
European stock markets edged higher on Wednesday, as investors awaited the latest U.S. inflation report, which could provide insight into the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy outlook. At 03:05 ET (08:05 GMT): Germany’s DAX rose 0.2% France’s CAC 40 climbed 0.4% UK’s FTSE 100 gained 0.1% U.S. Inflation Report in Focus …
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