Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) reported fourth-quarter earnings and sales that exceeded analysts’ expectations, driven by strong demand for its cancer treatments and contributions from its recent acquisition of Shockwave Medical. Q4 Highlights Revenue: $22.52 billion, a 5.3% year-over-year increase. Adjusted EPS: $2.04 per share, down 11% YoY but above analysts’ …
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EUR/USD Plummets as Hot US PPI Dashes Hopes for Big Fed Rate Cut
The EUR/USD pair tumbled 0.57% to 1.1638 on Thursday, driven by a surprisingly robust US inflation r…
Gold Hit Hard by US Inflation Data
Gold prices plummeted on Thursday, August 14, 2025, after robust US Producer Price Index (PPI) data …
Market Drivers: US Retail Sales and Consumer Sentiment Take Spotlight
The US Dollar (USD) gained momentum on Thursday, buoyed by stronger-than-anticipated US producer pri…
USD/JPY Surges as Robust US Data Bolsters Dollar
The USD/JPY currency pair rebounded sharply from a three-week low on Thursday, gaining over 150 pips…
Inflation Surprise Dims Hopes for a September Rate Cut
President Donald Trump’s repeated demands for a September interest rate cut have hit a signifi…
Silver’s Rebound Halted as Strong US Data Boosts Dollar
Silver (XAG/USD) saw its recent rebound stall, slipping to the $38.00 mark on Thursday as a resurgen…
Wholesale Prices Surge as Tariffs Ripple Through US Economy
In July, US wholesale prices soared by 3.3% compared to the previous year, marking the largest incre…
U.S. Jobless Claims Show Modest Drop, but Hiring Remains Tepid
Last week, initial applications for U.S. state unemployment benefits fell slightly, reflecting low l…
U.S. Producer Prices Accelerate in July Amid Tariff Pressures
The U.S. Producer Price Index (PPI) for final demand rose 0.9% in July, a sharp acceleration after n…
Market Analysis
January, 2025
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22 January 2025 4:04 pm
Johnson & Johnson Posts Strong Q4 Results, Beats Estimates on Robust Cancer Drug Demand
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22 January 2025 12:22 pm
Oil Prices Dip as Markets React to Trump’s Energy Emergency Declaration and Tariff Speculation
Oil prices continued their decline on Wednesday, extending losses from the previous session. Markets are weighing the implications of U.S. President Donald Trump’s declaration of a national energy emergency and his proposed tariff policies. Market Performance Brent Crude Futures: Fell 36 cents (0.5%) to $78.93 per barrel as of 07:30 …
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22 January 2025 12:04 pm
Gold Prices Surge to 11-Week High Amid Trump Tariff Fears and Inflation Concerns
Gold prices climbed to their highest level in 11 weeks during Asian trading on Wednesday, bolstered by growing safe-haven demand as traders reacted to tariff uncertainties under President Donald Trump’s administration. Gold’s Performance Spot Gold: Rose 0.2% to $2,749.29 per ounce, the highest since early November. Gold Futures (February): Also …
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22 January 2025 12:01 pm
Bitcoin Drops as Crypto Markets Await Clarity on Trump’s Policies
Bitcoin fell sharply on Tuesday, retreating from record highs, as traders awaited concrete policy signals from U.S. President Donald Trump after his first day in office. Despite anticipation of pro-crypto executive orders, Trump’s initial actions focused on other priorities, dampening risk sentiment across crypto markets. Bitcoin Retreats from Record Highs …
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22 January 2025 12:45 am
Market Drivers; US Session
Gold prices climbed to two-month highs, surpassing $2,740 per ounce troy, driven by heightened uncertainty surrounding potential policy announcements. 1 Silver prices also gained momentum, trading closer to the $31.00 mark per ounce. WTI crude oil prices extended their decline, approaching the $75.00 per barrel mark, driven by the stronger …
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22 January 2025 12:00 am
USD/JPY steadies as tariff threats ease ahead of looming BoJ’s meeting
The US dollar has fallen sharply against major currencies following reports that the incoming Trump Administration might implement fewer significant tariffs than previously expected. Instead, it might seek more limited and targeted tariffs. During the election campaign, across-the-board tariffs of 10% to 20% were proposed on all imports. However, some …
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21 January 2025 11:07 pm
US Dollar Softening as Markets Digest Latest Tariff Developments
Traders are reacting to recent pronouncements regarding tariffs, overshadowing an improved investor sentiment in equities. The Federal Reserve’s data-dependent approach remains in place, with the market anticipating a possible rate cut in June.Bond yields are hovering near 4.60%, a significant decline from last week’s highs, reflecting shifting risk appetite. The …
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21 January 2025 9:44 pm
US Stocks Rally as Tariff Jitters Ease, Yields Tumble
US equities experienced a significant rally today, with major indices reaching multi-week highs. This bullish sentiment stems from a combination of factors, primarily the temporary easing of trade tensions and a decline in Treasury yields.Easing Tariff Concerns:The market experienced a wave of relief following the President’s decision not to immediately …
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21 January 2025 8:42 pm
Has Trump’s Rhetoric Contributed to Oil Prices’ Recent Decline?
Even with the imminent threat of new tariffs that has taken center stage for Canada, China and even the US allies in the Eurozone, the stock market has not yet seen significant volatility. There is likely still some hope that extreme measures like a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico …
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21 January 2025 7:52 pm
EU Chief Unveils Stance On Negotiations With Trump At Davos
Europe Ready to Negotiate with Trump, Strengthen Global TiesEU Chief Ursula von der Leyen announced that Europe is prepared to negotiate with US President Donald Trump while also seeking to enhance relations with China and other nations amidst increasing global competition.Emphasizing US Partnership at DavosIn her speech at the annual …
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21 January 2025 7:04 pm
Trump’s Endeavors, to Reduce Inflation and Control Energy Expenses, Take Off
Donald Trump has signed a memorandum on inflation and multiple orders aimed at lowering energy prices, but his advisers have offered few details on the policies. During a press call, incoming White House advisers pledged that Trump would pursue an “all of government approach” to bringing down costs for American …
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21 January 2025 3:31 pm
European Automakers and Exporters Hit by Tariff Fears Following Trump’s Inauguration
Shares of major European carmakers and exporters took a hit on Tuesday, as uncertainty loomed over potential new U.S. tariffs following Donald Trump’s return to the presidency. Auto Sector Feels the Heat Trump hinted at the possibility of a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico starting February 1, …
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21 January 2025 2:02 pm
Germany’s Foreign Trade Sector Braces for Sales Decline in 2025 Amid Economic Challenges
The German trade association BGA has painted a bleak outlook for the country’s foreign trade sector in 2025, with an anticipated 2.7% decline in turnover compared to 2024. Nearly 80% of businesses involved in foreign trade are expecting a further drop in sales this year, reflecting a challenging economic climate. …
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