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February, 2025

• 12 February 2025 10:22 pm

  Rate Cuts Sharply Dimmed Following Hot CPI Report, Powell’s Hawkish Rhetoric

  

  Expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts have taken a significant hit following the release of a hotter-than-anticipated inflation report for January and subsequent comments from Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Market predictions have undergone a dramatic shift, now suggesting a rate cut is highly unlikely before September of this year, …

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• 12 February 2025 9:35 pm

  Pound Sterling Under Pressure: US CPI Data Triggers Dollar Rally

  

  The GBP/USD fell below 1.2400 after stronger-than-expected US inflation data was released. The pair reached a low of 1.2374 as the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) exceeded 3% year-over-year for the first time since June 2024, signaling persistent price pressures. This has led investors to push back expectations for a …

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• 12 February 2025 8:26 pm

  Powell Testimony Live: Will Recent Inflation Data Impact the Fed’s Plans

  

  Jerome Powell, Chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed), testifies once again on the semiannual Monetary Policy Report, this time before the House Financial Services Committee.Key Highlights:“No changes to my commitment; I will not resign if asked by Trump.” ” The Fed’s previous policy framework did not limit our response …

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• 12 February 2025 7:18 pm

  US Consumer Price Inflation Exceeds Market Expectations

  

  US consumer price index (CPI) readings for January showed a higher-than-expected increase, driven by rising housing, food, and energy prices, as well as a sharp rise in used car prices.The monthly reading of the US CPI rose by 0.5% in January, compared to the 0.4% recorded in the previous month, …

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• 12 February 2025 5:23 pm

  Oil Prices Decline as U.S. Crude Stockpiles Rise and Powell Signals Cautious Rate Cuts

  

  Oil prices fell on Wednesday, ending a three-day winning streak, as data showed a sharp rise in U.S. crude inventories and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell indicated that interest rate cuts would not come quickly this year. As of 12:30 GMT, Brent crude declined by 77 cents, or 1%, to …

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• 12 February 2025 3:16 pm

  U.S. Futures Edge Lower Ahead of Key Inflation Report

  

  U.S. stock index futures dipped slightly on Wednesday as investors awaited a crucial consumer inflation report that could influence the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy outlook. At 05:50 ET (10:50 GMT): Dow Jones Futures fell 75 points (-0.2%) S&P 500 Futures declined 8 points (-0.1%) Nasdaq 100 Futures slipped 9 points …

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• 12 February 2025 12:56 pm

  European Stocks Rise Cautiously Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data

  

  European stock markets edged higher on Wednesday, as investors awaited the latest U.S. inflation report, which could provide insight into the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy outlook. At 03:05 ET (08:05 GMT): Germany’s DAX rose 0.2% France’s CAC 40 climbed 0.4% UK’s FTSE 100 gained 0.1% U.S. Inflation Report in Focus …

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• 12 February 2025 11:51 am

  Dollar Pauses Tariff-Driven Rally Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data

  

  The U.S. dollar retreated slightly on Wednesday as traders awaited key U.S. inflation data and updates on global trade developments. However, hawkish comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell supported the greenback against the yen by driving up U.S. Treasury yields. Dollar Strengthens Against Yen but Pulls Back Elsewhere In …

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• 12 February 2025 11:07 am

  Gold Retreats from Record Highs as Powell Signals No Rush for Rate Cuts

  

  Gold prices pulled back from record highs in Asian trading on Wednesday, pressured by rising Treasury yields after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell indicated no urgency in cutting interest rates. Investors also leaned toward the U.S. dollar ahead of key consumer price index (CPI) inflation data, which could influence the …

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• 11 February 2025 11:39 pm

  Market Drivers: US Session

  

  The US Dollar Index (DXY) is testing the 108.00 support level, even with rising US Treasury yields and Powell’s cautious message. The key event today is the inflation rate release, followed by another Powell testimony, MBA Mortgage Applications data, and the EIA’s weekly US crude oil inventory report. Speeches from …

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• 11 February 2025 11:16 pm

  Powell’s Impact: Powell’s Caution Dips The Dollar As Rate Adjustments “on Hold”

  

  The US Dollar Index (DXY) continued to trade with losses for the second consecutive session on Tuesday, hovering above the 108.00 mark without clear direction. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s recent testimony signaled no urgency to adjust monetary policy, leading to a cautious market stance. The CME FedWatch Tool indicates …

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• 11 February 2025 9:50 pm

  Powell’s Pause: Stocks Steady Amid Uncertainty

  

  US stock markets have recently experienced a period of mixed performance, influenced by new tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, fluctuating Treasury yields, and Federal Reserve policy. While these factors create market uncertainty, a focus on underlying economic indicators and individual company performance remains crucial for investors. Federal Reserve Policy …

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• 11 February 2025 8:30 pm

  EU Vows Retaliation Against Trump’s Metal Tariffs

  

  The European Union (EU) has vowed to respond to the 25% tariffs announced by President Donald Trump on steel and aluminum imports, escalating a potential trade dispute with one of Washington’s closest allies. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed deep regret over the US decision, stating that unjustified …

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