Asian equities exhibited a mixed performance on Wednesday, as markets reacted to renewed uncertainty over U.S. President Donald Trump’s shifting trade policies. Losses were led by stocks in Australia and Malaysia, while South Korean shares rebounded, buoyed by modest gains in U.S. tech giants. The backdrop to the market action …
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Market Analysis
March, 2025
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12 March 2025 12:54 am
Sterling Continues to Surge on Weaker US Dollar
The British pound has continued its upward trajectory since the start of trading on Tuesday, bolstered by a weakening US dollar, which has been further impacted by US President Donald Trump’s trade policies and recent developments in that area. Sterling/dollar rose to 1.2959, compared to the previous day’s close of …
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12 March 2025 12:22 am
“Trump’s Tariff Tango: Backtracks, Ceasefire Hopes, and Economic Optimism
In a whirlwind of announcements, former U.S. President Donald Trump has stirred both domestic and international attention. Within hours of declaring on his Truth Social account a plan to impose a 50% double tariff on Canadian steel and aluminum, Trump appeared to backtrack. Facing pressure from market reactions and his …
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11 March 2025 11:30 pm
Market Drivers – US Session: US Dollar Faces Persistent Pressure Amid Recession Concerns
Tuesday saw no relief for the US Dollar as it continued to face significant downward pressure, with its value plunging to levels not seen since early October. The Greenback’s decline comes amid mounting concerns over tariffs and fears of a potential US economic slowdown.On Wednesday, March 12, the US Dollar …
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11 March 2025 10:27 pm
Oil Edges Higher on Weaker Dollar, But Recession and Tariff Fears Weigh
Crude oil prices edged slightly higher on Tuesday, buoyed by a weaker dollar, but gains were restrained by persistent concerns about a U.S. economic slowdown and the impact of escalating tariffs on global trade.Brent crude futures settled 28 cents, or 0.4%, higher at $69.56 a barrel after dipping to $68.63 …
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11 March 2025 9:15 pm
US stocks continue to decline after new Trump tariffs
US stocks have been under intense pressure since US President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that he was considering imposing additional tariffs of 50% on US steel and aluminum imports from Canada, which are scheduled to take effect next Wednesday.This tariff comes as part of an escalation against the Ontario …
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11 March 2025 8:00 pm
Bank of Canada on Edge: Trade War Sparks Rate Cut Predictions
Trade Tensions Force Bank of Canada to Consider Deeper Rate CutsThe Bank of Canada is facing mounting pressure to aggressively lower its policy interest rate in response to escalating trade tensions with the United States. Economists widely anticipate the central bank will initiate a series of cuts, potentially starting with …
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11 March 2025 7:16 pm
Tesla’s Stock Volatility and Trump’s Response
Tesla’s stock experienced a significant 15% drop, triggering a response from US President Donald Trump. While Trump attributed the decline to a “radical left” boycott against Elon Musk, financial analysts pointed to concerns over Tesla’s production targets, declining sales, and the broader economic impact of Trump’s own tariff policies. …
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11 March 2025 3:30 pm
European Stocks Steady Amid Tariff Concerns and Coalition Uncertainty; Volkswagen Guidance in Focus
European stock markets ended Tuesday on a broadly steady note, largely recovering from Monday’s sell-off that had been driven by fears over the potential impact of U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff plans on the U.S. economy. The pan-European Stoxx 600 remained mostly unchanged after hitting its lowest level in nearly …
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11 March 2025 1:49 pm
Gold Supported by Safe-Haven Demand Amid Recession Concerns
Gold prices edged higher in Asian trading on Tuesday as the U.S. dollar weakened to a four-month low amid mounting recession fears driven by President Donald Trump’s trade policies. Investors are now cautiously awaiting the release of U.S. consumer price index (CPI) data scheduled for Wednesday, which could have a …
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11 March 2025 12:22 pm
Bitcoin Falls Amid Recession Fears and Tariff Risks
Bitcoin fell on Tuesday, briefly hitting a fresh four-month low as investor risk appetite was eroded by mounting concerns over a potential U.S. recession and the uncertainty surrounding further trade tariffs under President Donald Trump. Broader crypto markets also declined, as Trump’s recent announcement of a national crypto stockpile failed …
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11 March 2025 12:21 pm
Asian Markets Slide as U.S. Recession Fears and Tariff Uncertainty Weigh on Tech Sector
Asian stock markets tumbled on Tuesday, led by sharp declines in the technology sector, as investors reacted to Wall Street’s overnight sell-off amid mounting recession fears in the U.S. These fears are fueled by uncertainty surrounding President Donald Trump’s trade policies and the chaotic rollout of his tariffs. Major U.S. …
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11 March 2025 3:55 am
Gold retreats after rising expectations of a possible resurgence of inflation
Gold declined at the close of trading on Monday after the recovery of the US dollar, which benefited from its place among safe-haven assets that rebounded following concerns about Trump’s tariffs on the US economy.Gold futures fell to $2,893 per ounce, compared to the previous daily close of $2,917 per …
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