Central banks worldwide face the challenge of balancing inflation without causing a severe economic downturn. This requires navigating a complex landscape of interconnected factors, including supply chain disruptions and geopolitical instability. The inflation puzzle has multiple roots, with the war in Ukraine exacerbating the situation by sending energy and food …
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Oil Prices Swing Between Geopolitical Tensions and U.S. Demand Concerns
Global oil prices edged higher on Friday, buoyed by renewed supply risks from Russia, but gains were…
AI Hype vs. Reality: Why Adobe’s Stock Fell Despite Beating Earnings
Adobe’s stock is taking a hit despite the company reporting better-than-expected quarterly res…
Why Did the Dow Retreat from Record Highs?
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) retreated from its record-setting run, slipping below 46,000…
Euro Fights Back as US Consumer Confidence Retreats
The Euro is attempting to stabilize against the US Dollar, hovering around 1.1720 after a sharp dip.…
Could a Faltering UK Job Market Sink GBP?
The British Pound has been trading cautiously, held back by persistent concerns over the health of t…
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
The U.K. economy flatlined in July, marking a sharp slowdown from the previous month’s expansion and…
European Stocks Edge Higher as Investors Weigh Growth, Inflation, and Oil Weakness
European equity markets posted modest gains on Friday, consolidating after a generally upbeat week, …
Market Analysis
February, 2025
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3 February 2025 10:13 pm
Fed Official Signals Potential Pause as Uncertainty Lingers
The US economy currently presents a complex picture: a robust labor market coupled with the looming shadow of trade tensions. Raphael Bostic, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, recently highlighted this precarious balance, emphasizing the heightened uncertainty surrounding the economic outlook. This uncertainty, largely driven by tariffs, requires …
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3 February 2025 9:09 pm
Tariff Pause Offers Brief Respite for Oil Markets
Oil prices experienced a volatile start to the week, initially surging on the announcement of US tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China, then retreating after a one-month pause on the Mexican tariffs was declared. This brief reprieve offers a glimpse into the complex interplay between geopolitics and commodity markets, highlighting …
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3 February 2025 7:58 pm
Global Markets Shaken by Tariff Threats: A New Era of Uncertainty?
Global markets experienced a significant downturn following the announcement of new tariffs and the threat of further tariffs on various countries. This move has sent ripples of uncertainty across the global economy, impacting stock markets, currencies, and business strategies.Market Tremors:Major stock indices in the US, Europe, and Asia all declined, …
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3 February 2025 6:59 pm
US Manufacturing PMI Surpasses Expectations, Dollar Reacts
The US manufacturing sector demonstrated resilience in January, exceeding market forecasts and bolstering the US dollar. The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) reported a Manufacturing PMI of 50.9, up from 49.3 in December and surpassing the anticipated 49.8. This reading signifies expansion in the manufacturing sector, a welcome development after …
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3 February 2025 5:35 pm
Semiconductor Stocks Decline Amid Trade War Fears
Semiconductor stocks tumbled on Monday as President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China intensified trade tensions, sparking investor uncertainty. Key Market Moves Nvidia (NVDA): Down 2% AMD (AMD): Down 1.6% Broadcom (AVGO): Down 2% Qualcomm (QCOM): Down 1.9% Texas Instruments (TXN): Down 1.4% Intel (INTC): Down 1.4% TSMC: …
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3 February 2025 3:35 pm
Dollar Surges as Trump’s Tariffs Spark Safe-Haven Demand
The U.S. dollar soared on Monday, hitting a three-week high after President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs fueled demand for safe-haven assets. Key Moves in the Currency Market Dollar Index: Up 1% to 109.305 (09:30 GMT), after touching a three-week high. Chinese Yuan (Offshore): Fell to a record low against the …
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3 February 2025 2:13 pm
Oil Prices Rise as Trump Tariffs Fuel Supply Concerns
Oil prices climbed on Monday as U.S. President Donald Trump imposed tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, raising fears of potential supply disruptions. However, concerns over a broader trade war limiting global economic growth capped gains. Key Oil Price Moves: Brent crude futures rose 1.03% to $76.45 per barrel (0933 …
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3 February 2025 12:56 pm
European Markets Drop as Trump Tariffs Spark Global Selloff
European stocks retreated sharply on Monday, mirroring a global selloff as investors feared an escalating trade war after U.S. President Donald Trump imposed new tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico. Market Reaction: STOXX 600 index fell 1.4% by 0810 GMT S&P 500 futures dropped 1.3%, signaling a weak Wall Street …
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3 February 2025 11:46 am
Gold Retreats from Record Highs as Dollar Soars on Trump Tariffs
Gold prices fell on Monday, pulling back from record highs as the U.S. dollar surged following President Donald Trump’s new trade tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico. Market Reaction: Spot gold dropped 0.7% to $2,780.56 per ounce Gold futures (April contract) declined 0.8% to $2,810.30 per ounce Spot gold had …
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3 February 2025 10:52 am
Bitcoin and Cryptos Plunge as Trump’s Tariffs Stoke Risk Aversion
Cryptocurrency markets tumbled sharply on Monday, as risk appetite took a hit following U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to impose new trade tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico. Market Impact: Bitcoin (BTC) plummeted 10% to $91,695.8 Ethereum (ETH) slumped 22.7% to $2,434.84 $TRUMP memecoin, launched by Trump in January, hit …
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3 February 2025 2:22 am
Weekly market recap: Was the greenback the biggest gainer last week?
US Dollar ended last week higher buoyed several market drivers, including concerns of Trump’s administration tariffs, Federal Reserve Bank rate decision and its chief Jerome Powell’s statements, and US data of inflation and spending. Such market drivers were impactful om the greenback and all other traded assets in global financial …
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January, 2025
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31 January 2025 11:34 pm
US dollar continues to rise on tariff concerns
US Dollar Continues to Rise Due to Tariff ConcernsThe US dollar continues its ascent, driven by anticipated US tariff threats, which may take effect on February 1st.These threats include those reiterated by US President Donald Trump since his official inauguration speech, stating his intention to impose a 25% tariff on …
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