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February, 2025

• 19 February 2025 3:39 pm

  U.S. Stock Futures Decline as Investors Weigh Fed Minutes and Trade Tensions

  

  U.S. stock futures turned lower on Wednesday, erasing earlier gains as investors assessed geopolitical risks, trade uncertainties, and the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting minutes. Market Snapshot (as of 11:17 GMT): Dow futures fell 66 points (-0.2%). S&P 500 futures declined 6 points (-0.1%). Nasdaq 100 futures slipped 11 points (-0.1%). …

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• 19 February 2025 2:56 pm

  European Markets Trade Mixed as Investors Digest UK Inflation Data and Earnings Reports

  

  European stock markets saw mixed trading on Wednesday, as investors reacted to corporate earnings results and higher-than-expected UK inflation data. Market Performance (as of 09:33 GMT): Germany’s DAX edged up 0.1%. UK’s FTSE 100 slipped 0.1%. France’s CAC 40 dipped 0.2%. Pan-European Stoxx 600 hovered around the flatline, after reaching …

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• 19 February 2025 2:24 pm

  UK Inflation Surges to 3% in January, Exceeding Expectations

  

  The United Kingdom’s inflation rate rose to 3% in January, surpassing the 2.8% forecast by economists, according to data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) on Wednesday. Key Highlights: Inflation accelerated from 2.5% in December to 3% in January. Core inflation (excluding energy, food, alcohol, and tobacco) rose to …

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• 19 February 2025 2:03 pm

  Breaking: Gold prices surged to a fresh all-time high

  

  Gold prices surged to a fresh all-time high on Wednesday, extending their third consecutive day of gains amid geopolitical tensions and renewed trade tariff concerns from U.S. President Donald Trump. Spot gold (XAU/USD) climbed above $2,947.08 per ounce during the European trading session. Gold futures also saw strong upward momentum, …

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• 19 February 2025 12:25 pm

  Oil Prices Climb Amid Supply Disruptions in Russia and the U.S.

  

  Oil prices rose on Wednesday, supported by supply concerns stemming from a Ukrainian drone attack on a Russian oil facility, cold weather disruptions in the U.S., and OPEC+ speculation regarding output levels. Brent crude futures climbed 0.5% to $76.25 per barrel at 07:20 GMT. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude for …

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• 19 February 2025 11:41 am

  Gold Prices Edge Lower but Stay Near Record Highs Amid Trade Tariff Concerns

  

  Gold prices dipped slightly in Asian trading on Wednesday, with spot gold down 0.2% at $2,929.02 an ounce, while gold futures for April delivery fell 0.1% to $2,946.22 an ounce by 00:27 ET (05:27 GMT). Despite the decline, gold remains near all-time highs, as markets weigh the impact of Trump’s …

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• 19 February 2025 11:08 am

  Bitcoin Declines for Fourth Straight Day Amid Trade War Fears and Fed Caution

  

  Bitcoin extended its losing streak on Wednesday, edging 0.4% lower to $95,347.5 by 01:17 ET (6:17 GMT) as investors adopted a cautious stance ahead of potential U.S. trade tariffs and the release of the Federal Reserve’s meeting minutes. Despite the dip, Bitcoin continues to trade within a narrow range, reflecting …

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• 19 February 2025 1:07 am

  FOMC Meeting Minutes in Focus In A Critical Week for Global Markets

  

  Market dynamics are expected to be influenced by a series of crucial events on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Among these are a speech by the U.S. President, building permits data, and the release of the FOMC meeting minutes, all of which will be closely watched by investors and analysts.This week, …

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• 19 February 2025 12:35 am

  Dow Jones Holds Steady Despite Healthcare Sector Losses

  

  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) experienced a volatile session, initially dropping significantly before recovering to near flat. Despite this overall stability, substantial losses in the healthcare and retail sectors, specifically UnitedHealth and Home Depot, weighed on the index. UnitedHealth’s decline stemmed from shareholder concerns about claims denial practices, while …

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• 18 February 2025 11:24 pm

  US Dollar 0.30% Higher Amid Ukraine-Linked Talks

  

  The US dollar has strengthened, with the US Dollar Index (DXY) surpassing the 107.00 mark. This surge is largely attributed to escalating geopolitical tensions stemming from the slow progress in US-Russia discussions concerning the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The lack of any tangible breakthroughs in these talks has heightened uncertainty …

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• 18 February 2025 10:21 pm

  AUD/USD Dips After RBA’s Expected Rate Cut, Cautious Outlook

  

  The AUD/USD pair has dipped below the 0.6350 level, influenced by a strengthening US dollar and a cautious stance from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA). The US dollar is maintaining its intraday gains, propelled by strong market expectations that the Federal Reserve will maintain its current interest rate range …

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• 18 February 2025 9:27 pm

  Wall Street Dumps Cash, Bets on Stocks Despite Trade War Woes

  

  Wall Street’s optimism has reached fever pitch, with cash levels in investment portfolios hitting a 15-year low, according to a recent Bank of America survey. Fund managers, overseeing hundreds of billions in assets, are displaying the lowest cash holdings since 2010, signaling a strong preference for stocks. This bullish sentiment …

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• 18 February 2025 8:06 pm

  Fed’s Daly rules out certain rate cuts in 2025

  

  Mary Daly, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, emphasized the uncertainty surrounding further interest rate cuts in 2025. While acknowledging the positive state of the US economy, citing solid GDP growth and a strong labor market, Daly highlighted the significant uncertainties that persist. She noted that while …

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