Gold prices remained largely unchanged in Asian trading on Tuesday, with safe-haven demand providing support amid escalating trade tensions. The market reacted to the implementation of U.S. tariffs on Mexico and Canada, alongside further tariff escalations against China. As of 00:23 ET (05:23 GMT), Spot Gold was steady at $2,892.98 …
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Market Analysis
March, 2025
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4 March 2025 12:59 am
Crude Crash: Oil Prices Hit Rock Bottom on Supply, Tariff Concerns
Oil prices fell 2% to a 12-week low on Monday, influenced by reports that OPEC+ will proceed with a planned oil output increase in April and concerns that U.S. tariffs could negatively impact global economic growth and oil demand.Brent futures settled at $71.62 a barrel, down $1.19, or 1.6%, while …
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4 March 2025 12:27 am
Australian Dollar Recovers; Retail Sales and RBA Minutes in Focus
The Australian dollar (AUD) began the week with a notable rebound, halting a six-day decline that saw it lose 3% against the US dollar (USD). Currently, AUD/USD is trading at 0.6203 in North American trading, marking a 0.71% increase for the day.Key Economic Data on the HorizonTraders are now anticipating …
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3 March 2025 11:29 pm
Europe’s Defense Spending Dilemma: A Looming Forex Market Fingerprint
The tumultuous geopolitical landscape in Europe, dominated by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and heightened tensions with Russia, has ignited a complex interplay of security concerns and economic realities, leaving an indelible mark on the forex market. While Europe’s latent capacity for self-defense and sustained support for Ukraine has proven …
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3 March 2025 10:26 pm
Trump’s Crypto Reserve Announcement Sparks Surge in Cryptocurrencies
The cryptocurrency market experienced a significant boost early Monday, with Bitcoin and other digital currencies like Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin, Solana, and Cardano seeing sharp price increases. This surge followed President Donald Trump’s announcement of a U.S. crypto strategic reserve aimed at bolstering the industry. Despite the rise, prices remained below …
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3 March 2025 9:28 pm
Wall Street Eyes NFP Data Amid Shifting Economic Signals
US market is bracing for Friday’s crucial employment data, a potential catalyst amidst swirling recession anxieties. Recent market behavior reflects this unease, with volatility dominating trading sessions. While inflation figures have offered a degree of comfort, a concerning dip in consumer spending and a subsequent downward revision of GDP forecasts …
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3 March 2025 8:25 pm
Pound Rebounds as US Dollar Weakens on Mounting Economic Concerns
The economic landscape is currently marked by a confluence of factors that are generating significant market volatility and raising concerns about a potential slowdown in the United States. Recent data releases have painted a picture of an economy grappling with uncertainty, particularly concerning manufacturing activity and the potential impact of …
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3 March 2025 7:21 pm
US Manufacturing Sector Shows Signs of Weakness, Inflationary Pressures Mount
The U.S. manufacturing sector exhibited unexpected signs of deceleration in February, according to data released by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM). The closely watched Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) fell to 50.3, a decline from January’s 50.9 and below the consensus forecast of 50.5. This figure indicates a marginal …
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3 March 2025 6:11 pm
Oil Prices Gain on Strong Chinese Manufacturing Data Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty
Oil prices edged higher on Monday, buoyed by upbeat Chinese manufacturing data, as traders assessed geopolitical developments, including efforts to resolve the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the impact of U.S. tariffs. As of 08:30 ET (13:30 GMT), Brent crude futures for May delivery rose 0.6% to $73.24 per barrel, while West …
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3 March 2025 5:30 pm
Gold Prices Rise Amid Dollar Weakness and Geopolitical Concerns
Gold prices edged higher in Asian trading on Monday, supported by a weaker U.S. dollar and persistent geopolitical uncertainties. Investors turned to the precious metal as a safe-haven asset amid ongoing trade policy tensions and stalled Russia-Ukraine peace talks. Spot gold increased by 0.3% to $2,865.69 per ounce, while April …
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3 March 2025 5:28 pm
Bitcoin Surges as Trump Confirms Crypto Strategic Reserve Plans
Bitcoin surged on Monday, extending a sharp rebound from last week’s losses after U.S. President Donald Trump reaffirmed his commitment to establishing a Crypto Strategic Reserve. The move, which includes Bitcoin among other major cryptocurrencies, fueled a rally across digital asset markets. The world’s largest cryptocurrency briefly touched $94,901.96 before …
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3 March 2025 1:33 pm
European Markets Rise as Investors Await Inflation Data and ECB Policy Decision
European stock markets opened the week on a positive note, with investors closely monitoring upcoming inflation data from the eurozone ahead of the European Central Bank’s (ECB) policy-setting meeting. As of early trading on Monday, Germany’s DAX index advanced by 0.9%, France’s CAC 40 gained 0.2%, and the UK’s FTSE …
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3 March 2025 1:48 am
Market weekly recap: Trump – Zelensky clash and NFP in the heart of market drivers
US dollar ended last week’s trading in the upside buoyed by concerns of geopolitical tensions escalation after tensions escalated between US president Donald Trump and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky in the White House during a meeting which was supposed to witness signing a US-Ukraine deal over natural resources. Dollar …
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