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April, 2025

• 17 April 2025 11:02 am

  Dollar Recovers Modestly Ahead of Easter Break, But Longer-Term Pressure Persists

  

  The U.S. dollar edged higher in Asian trading on Thursday, rebounding from multi-month lows against the yen as U.S.-Japan trade talks steered clear of currency issues, easing fears of official efforts to strengthen the yen. However, the dollar’s broader downtrend remains intact amid ongoing doubts about U.S. economic stability, tariff …

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• 17 April 2025 10:32 am

  Oil Prices Extend Gains on Iran Sanctions, Stronger Refined Product Demand

  

  Oil prices rose for a second straight session in Asian trading on Thursday, fueled by renewed geopolitical tensions and supply disruption risks following the U.S. imposition of new sanctions on Iranian oil exports, while investors digested mixed U.S. inventory data. As of 21:35 ET (01:35 GMT): Brent crude (June delivery) …

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• 17 April 2025 1:05 am

  S&P 500 Q1 2025 Earnings: Banks Shine, Tech Faces Tariff Turbulence

  

  The first-quarter earnings season for 2025 kicked off the week of April 14 with a burst of activity, as over 30 S&P 500 companies unveiled their financial results. Major banks and healthcare giants led the charge, delivering a mix of robust performances and cautious outlooks against a backdrop of economic …

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• 17 April 2025 12:34 am

  USD/JPY Struggles Below Key Levels As Dollar Falters Amid Trade Tensions

  

  The U.S. Dollar is facing mounting pressure as trade tensions and declining Treasury yields weigh heavily on its outlook, with the USD/JPY currency pair hovering cautiously around the 143 mark. During Wednesday’s North American trading session, the pair showed a slight upward bias but struggled to gain traction, reflecting broader …

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• 16 April 2025 11:39 pm

  Market Drivers – US Session: Global Markets Wobble as Dollar Dips and Tariffs Fuel Safe-Haven Rush

  

  The U.S. dollar faced renewed pressure on Wednesday, sliding to multi-month lows as persistent trade tensions and cautious remarks from the Federal Reserve chief in Chicago kept investors on edge. The dollar’s decline, mirrored by a drop in U.S. Treasury yields, set the tone for a volatile day in global …

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• 16 April 2025 10:40 pm

  BoC Pauses Rate Cuts Amid Economic Uncertainty

  

  In a significant shift from traditional economic forecasts, the Bank of Canada has outlined two potential scenarios for the nation’s economy, reflecting the uncertainty gripping global markets as of April 16, 2025. The first scenario envisions a deep recession, driven by external pressures, while the second foresees a sharp spike …

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• 16 April 2025 10:26 pm

  Stocks Plummet as Fed Chair Jerome Powell Signals Caution on Rates

  

  U.S. stock markets took a sharp dive on Wednesday, rattled by cautious remarks from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, who emphasized the need for greater clarity before making any changes to the central bank’s monetary policy. Speaking at the Economic Club of Chicago, Powell signaled that the Federal Reserve would …

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• 16 April 2025 9:17 pm

  Fed Chair Jerome Powell Sounds Alarm on Tariffs’ Economic Fallout

  

  The U.S. economy is entering a period of unprecedented uncertainty, driven by a sweeping array of new tariffs introduced by the current administration, according to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Speaking at a high-profile economic forum in Chicago, Powell described these trade policies as a historic shift, unparalleled in modern …

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• 16 April 2025 8:57 pm

  Away from US Cards, EU Seeks Freedom with New Payment System

  

  Recent social media buzz has sparked claims that the European Union is set to ban American credit cards and payment platforms like Visa, Mastercard, and PayPal. However, these assertions misrepresent the EU’s actual plans. Far from outlawing these services, the European Central Bank is pushing for the creation of a …

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• 16 April 2025 7:42 pm

  Gold Soars to Record Highs Amid Global Uncertainty

  

  Gold prices have shattered records, surging to an unprecedented $3,330 per ounce, driven by a potent mix of economic and geopolitical factors. Investors are flocking to the safe-haven metal as fears of persistent inflation, escalating tensions in key global regions, and uncertainty surrounding monetary policies grip markets. The relentless climb …

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• 16 April 2025 7:06 pm

  ECB Braces for One More Rate Cut in 2025 as Tariff Tensions Threaten Eurozone Growth

  

  As global trade uncertainties intensify, the European Central Bank (ECB) is gearing up to reduce interest rates for the third time in 2025, with a pivotal decision slated for Thursday, April 17, 2025. Market expectations are firmly set on a 25-basis-point cut, with a 94% probability, though a modest 6% …

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• 16 April 2025 4:55 pm

  Forex Report: Dollar Slides Again as Tariff Jitters and Global Realignment Undermine Confidence

  

  The U.S. dollar resumed its sharp decline on Wednesday, falling broadly across major currencies as escalating trade tensions, shaky investor sentiment, and growing fears of a U.S. recession weighed on the greenback. The losses were most pronounced against traditional safe-haven currencies such as the Swiss franc and euro. Greenback Hit …

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• 16 April 2025 2:57 pm

  Oil Prices Rebound 1% on Hopes of U.S.-China Trade Dialogue, But Demand Outlook Remains Clouded

  

  Oil prices rose 1% on Wednesday, rebounding from early losses as reports suggested a possible thaw in U.S.-China relations, even as persistent concerns over a prolonged trade war and slowing global demand continued to weigh on the broader outlook. As of 09:37 GMT: Brent crude futures were up 64 cents …

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