The US dollar continues its upward trajectory, buoyed by optimism surrounding a potential breakthrough in the ongoing trade dispute between Washington and Beijing, which has escalated into a full-fledged trade war. This positive sentiment stems from encouraging developments in trade tensions reported on Tuesday.US trade officials expressed confidence in achieving …
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Market Analysis
April, 2025
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23 April 2025 8:14 pm
GBP/USD Slides as Dollar Gains Momentum Amid Powell Relief and Trade Optimism
The British Pound (GBP) faced downward pressure against the US Dollar (USD) this week, slipping below the 1.3300 mark to a four-day low of 1.3230 before recovering slightly to 1.3289, reflecting a 0.28% decline. This movement comes as the US Dollar strengthens, fueled by positive economic data and easing concerns …
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23 April 2025 7:10 pm
S&P Global Reports US Economy Facing Slowing Growth and Rising Inflation in April 2025
The US economy is navigating a challenging landscape in April 2025, as evidenced by the latest S&P Global Flash PMI data, which reveals a significant slowdown in business activity alongside intensifying inflationary pressures. The manufacturing PMI edged up to 50.7 from 50.2 in March, surpassing expectations of 49.1 and indicating …
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23 April 2025 6:48 pm
Tesla Stock Surges Despite Earnings Miss
Tesla’s stock soared nearly 6% in early trading on April 23, 2025, reaching $251.41, even though the electric vehicle giant reported first-quarter earnings that fell significantly short of expectations. Investors appeared to shrug off the disappointing results, focusing instead on optimistic remarks from the company’s CEO during a pivotal earnings …
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23 April 2025 2:51 pm
Wall Street Futures Surge as Trump Softens Tone on Fed and China
U.S. stock index futures climbed sharply Wednesday, extending Tuesday’s gains, as investors cheered President Donald Trump’s softer rhetoric on both the Federal Reserve and trade with China. Robust earnings, including a surprise beat from Tesla, added fuel to the rally. Market Snapshot (as of 05:45 ET / 09:45 GMT): Dow …
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23 April 2025 1:51 pm
Oil Prices Rise Over 1% as Iran Sanctions, Trump Comments, and U.S. Crude Draw Support Market
Oil prices climbed more than 1% on Wednesday, extending gains for a second consecutive session, as geopolitical tensions, tightening supply data, and a shift in tone from U.S. President Donald Trump lifted investor sentiment. Brent crude rose $1.00, or 1.5%, to $68.44 per barrel by 06:40 GMT West Texas Intermediate …
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23 April 2025 11:53 am
Gold Prices Slip as Trump Soothes Market Fears, Touts Tariff Cuts and Supports Fed
Gold prices edged lower in Asian trading on Wednesday, retreating further from this week’s record highs after U.S. President Donald Trump struck a conciliatory tone on both China trade tariffs and the Federal Reserve, fueling a shift from safe-haven assets to riskier bets. As of 01:22 ET (05:22 GMT): Spot …
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23 April 2025 11:31 am
European Stocks Rally as SAP Earnings Impress, Trump Calms Fed and Tariff Fears
European equity markets surged on Wednesday, lifted by robust earnings from German software giant SAP and a more conciliatory tone from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding both Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and ongoing U.S.-China trade tensions. As of 07:03 GMT, the pan-European STOXX 600 index climbed 1.8%, with major …
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23 April 2025 10:56 am
Bitcoin Surges Over 6% as Trump Softens Fed and China Tariff Stance
Bitcoin rallied sharply on Wednesday, breaking out of its recent range to hit a seven-week high, as a shift in tone from U.S. President Donald Trump boosted investor confidence and risk appetite across financial markets. As of 02:35 ET (06:35 GMT): Bitcoin (BTC) surged 6.3% to $93,811.0, marking its highest …
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22 April 2025 11:47 pm
Stock Market Surges Amid Trade De-escalation Hopes
US. stocks soared on Tuesday, rebounding from a turbulent Monday, as investors pinned their optimism on signs of potential de-escalation in global trade tensions. The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average each climbed over 1.5%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq surged by more than 1.8%. The rally was fueled by …
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22 April 2025 10:43 pm
Gold Dips $100 from Record High as US-China Tensions Ease, Yet Shines with 29% YTD Gain
Gold prices slid $100 from a record high of $3,500, retreating to around $3,400, down 0.63%, as US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent signaled a de-escalation with China, boosting market optimism and curbing demand for safe-haven assets. Despite the pullback, gold remains up 29% year-to-date, driven by Federal Reserve uncertainty, trade …
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22 April 2025 9:48 pm
Why US Assets Are Bleeding: Trump’s Policies and Market’s Dangerous Dance
US financial markets are under siege in April 2025, with stocks, bonds, and the dollar reeling from a perfect storm of policy uncertainty and economic fears. The S&P 500 has plummeted, the dollar index has tumbled, and Treasury yields are sliding as investors flee U.S. assets. This article explores the …
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22 April 2025 8:42 pm
Safe-Haven Clash: Yen and Swiss Franc in Today’s Market vs. March 2025
In early March 2025, global financial markets were unsettled by U.S. tariffs and fears of an economic slowdown, boosting safe-haven currencies like the Japanese yen and Swiss franc. By April 22, 2025, the market has evolved, shaped by ongoing trade disputes, shifting monetary policies, and new geopolitical developments. This analysis …
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