Gold prices pulled back in Asian trade on Wednesday after earlier climbing to a more than two-week high, as markets weighed renewed concerns over U.S. Federal Reserve independence following President Donald Trump’s attempts to remove Governor Lisa Cook. The yellow metal initially surged on Monday after Trump announced Cook’s immediate …
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Oil Prices Swing Between Geopolitical Tensions and U.S. Demand Concerns
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AI Hype vs. Reality: Why Adobe’s Stock Fell Despite Beating Earnings
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Why Did the Dow Retreat from Record Highs?
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Euro Fights Back as US Consumer Confidence Retreats
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Could a Faltering UK Job Market Sink GBP?
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Dollar Steadies Ahead of Fed Rate Decision After Mixed U.S. Data
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U.S. Stock Futures Edge Lower as Fed Rate Cut Bets Remain Firm Ahead of Michigan Survey
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U.K. Economy Stalls in July, Keeping Pressure on the Bank of England
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European Stocks Edge Higher as Investors Weigh Growth, Inflation, and Oil Weakness
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Market Analysis
August, 2025
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27 August 2025 2:00 am
Market Drivers – US Session: Will Australian Inflation Steal the Spotlight?
As global markets brace for a pivotal week, the spotlight is turning toward Australia’s inflation data, set to influence currency movements and investor sentiment. On Tuesday, August 26, 2025, the US Dollar (USD) pulled back from recent gains, dipping toward the 98.00 mark on the US Dollar Index (DXY). This …
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27 August 2025 12:59 am
The Battle Over Lisa Cook’s Ousting Explained
On August 26, 2025, President Donald Trump announced his intention to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, citing allegations of mortgage fraud in a move that has sparked intense debate over the independence of the Federal Reserve. This unprecedented action marks the first time a U.S. president has attempted to …
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26 August 2025 11:31 pm
Bank of Canada Stands Firm on 2% Inflation Target Amid Trade Uncertainties
Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem has reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to maintaining its 2% inflation target, signaling that no changes will be considered during the upcoming monetary policy framework review in 2026. This decision comes as global economic conditions grow increasingly complex, particularly due to unpredictable trade policies and …
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26 August 2025 10:46 pm
Dow Jones Holds Steady as Markets Await Key Inflation Data
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) remained largely unchanged on Tuesday, hovering just above the 45,000 mark as investors adopted a cautious stance, awaiting significant economic data to drive market momentum. With global markets focused on the upcoming release of the US Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index (PCE) inflation data …
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26 August 2025 9:52 pm
Will Trump Have A Majority On Fed?
On August 26, 2025, President Donald Trump made waves with a bold claim that could reshape the Federal Reserve’s approach to monetary policy. Speaking with confidence, Trump announced that the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), the Fed’s key interest rate-setting body, would soon see a majority of members favoring rate …
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26 August 2025 8:52 pm
US Consumer Confidence Slips Slightly, Raising Questions About Dollar Strength
US consumer confidence experienced a slight decline in August 2025, with the Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Index dipping to 97.4 from a revised 98.7 in July, halting the recovery seen in the previous month. This modest drop aligns with expectations of subdued consumer sentiment, reflecting concerns about current economic conditions …
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26 August 2025 7:40 pm
France’s Political Turmoil Spooks Markets
France is facing heightened political and economic uncertainty as Prime Minister François Bayrou has announced a no-confidence vote for September 8. This decision comes as the government struggles to pass a new budget and is a direct consequence of the ongoing political deadlock.The announcement has already impacted financial markets. The …
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26 August 2025 3:48 pm
U.S. Stock Futures Dip on Fed Independence Concerns Ahead of Key Data and Nvidia Earnings
U.S. stock index futures edged lower Tuesday as markets reacted to President Donald Trump’s abrupt dismissal of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, intensifying fears over political interference in the central bank. At 05:55 ET (09:55 GMT), Dow Jones Futures fell 70 points, or 0.2%, S&P 500 Futures dropped 6 points, …
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26 August 2025 2:40 pm
Bitcoin Drops to Seven-Week Low Amid Fed Independence Concerns
Bitcoin tumbled to a seven-week low on Tuesday as investors shunned risk following U.S. President Donald Trump’s unprecedented dismissal of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, raising concerns over the central bank’s independence. As of 01:59 ET (05:59 GMT), Bitcoin traded 1.8% lower at $110,231.8, its lowest since July 9, retreating …
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26 August 2025 1:01 pm
Gold Rises as Fed Independence Concerns Fuel Safe-Haven Demand
Gold Gains on Political UncertaintyGold prices climbed in Asian trading on Tuesday as investors sought safety after U.S. President Donald Trump moved to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, raising concerns over the central bank’s independence. Spot gold rose 0.3% to $3,375.29 per ounce, while October futures were up 0.2% …
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26 August 2025 12:50 pm
European Stocks Fall as Fed Uncertainty and Political Risks Weigh on Sentiment
Markets Slide Across the RegionEuropean equities opened sharply lower on Tuesday, tracking Wall Street’s losses and pressured by renewed concerns over U.S. trade policy and domestic political instability in France. As of 03:35 ET (07:35 GMT), Germany’s DAX was down 0.5%, France’s CAC 40 slumped 1.8%, and London’s FTSE 100 …
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26 August 2025 1:59 am
Will Nvidia’s Earnings Ignite the Next Stock Surge This Week?
Artificial intelligence leader Nvidia is set to release its quarterly earnings after markets close on Wednesday, with investors bracing for a significant stock reaction. Options pricing suggests the shares could swing about 6.4% in either direction by week’s end. From Monday’s closing price, that could push the stock to a …
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