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August, 2025

• 29 August 2025 9:32 pm

  Gold Shines Bright at Two-Month High Amid Fed Uncertainty and Dollar Weakness

  

  Gold has staged a remarkable comeback, surging to a two-month high near $3,450 as it capitalizes on a softer US Dollar and growing expectations of Federal Reserve policy easing. Despite robust US economic data, the precious metal has found strong demand, fueled by safe-haven flows and persistent geopolitical and monetary …

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• 29 August 2025 8:15 pm

  Swiss Franc Surges as US Dollar Falters Despite Robust Economic Data

  

  The Swiss Franc is riding a wave of strength, climbing for the fourth consecutive day and pushing the USD/CHF pair to a fresh one-month low near the critical 0.8000 mark. Despite resilient US economic data signaling strong consumer spending and persistent inflation, the US Dollar struggles to find its footing, …

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• 29 August 2025 7:23 pm

  ECB Faces Pivotal Moment: Will Rate Cuts Spark Opportunity or Uncertainty?

  

  The European Central Bank (ECB) stands at a critical crossroads in 2025, as disinflationary trends in Germany and the broader eurozone fuel speculation about potential rate cuts. With inflation stabilizing at the ECB’s 2% target, the central bank has held steady, maintaining key rates at 2.00% for the deposit facility …

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• 29 August 2025 5:21 pm

  U.S. PCE Inflation Holds Steady in July, Core Gauge Edges Higher

  

  The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) reported Friday that annual inflation, measured by the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index, remained at 2.6% in July, in line with market expectations. Core PCE Inflation Core PCE, which strips out volatile food and energy prices, rose to 2.9%, slightly higher than …

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• 29 August 2025 3:07 pm

  U.S. Stock Futures Retreat Ahead of PCE Inflation Data

  

  U.S. stock index futures slipped on Friday evening, retreating from recent record highs as investors awaited key inflation data for more clarity on the Federal Reserve’s interest rate plans. Dow Jones Futures: -155 points (-0.3%) S&P 500 Futures: -18 points (-0.3%) Nasdaq 100 Futures: -108 points (-0.5%) August monthly gains …

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• 29 August 2025 1:35 pm

  Gold and Metals Rise Amid Growing Fed Rate Cut Bets

  

  Gold prices eased slightly on Friday but remained on track for strong gains in August, driven by growing expectations of a September rate cut by the Federal Reserve. Spot gold: $3,409.89/oz (-0.2%) Gold futures (October): $3,469.92/oz (-0.1%) August performance: Up 3.7%, approaching April record highs Drivers of gold strength: Dollar …

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• 29 August 2025 12:38 pm

  Gold and Metals Rise Amid Growing Fed Rate Cut Bets

  

  Gold prices eased slightly on Friday but remained on track for strong gains in August, driven by growing expectations of a September rate cut by the Federal Reserve. Spot gold: $3,409.89/oz (-0.2%) Gold futures (October): $3,469.92/oz (-0.1%) August performance: Up 3.7%, approaching April record highs Drivers of gold strength: Dollar …

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• 29 August 2025 11:31 am

  German Retail Sales Disappoint, Weakening Q3 Consumption Outlook

  

  German retail sales plunged 1.5% in July compared with the previous month, far below the 0.4% decline expected, signaling a slowdown in domestic consumption and clouding the outlook for third-quarter growth. Germany’s economy contracted 0.3% in Q2, further dimming hopes for a sustained recovery in Europe’s largest economy. Analysts note …

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• 29 August 2025 10:32 am

  Dollar Weakens Amid Fed Rate-Cut Bets and Political Uncertainty

  

  The U.S. dollar wavered on Friday, heading for a 2% decline in August against major currencies, as markets weighed rising expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut next month against concerns over the central bank’s independence. President Donald Trump’s attempts to influence monetary policy, including firing Fed Governor Lisa …

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• 29 August 2025 10:07 am

  Oil Prices Slip as Geopolitical Risks and Tariffs Cloud Outlook

  

  Oil prices fell in Asian trading on Friday, reversing some of Thursday’s gains, amid fading hopes for a Russia-Ukraine peace deal and renewed focus on U.S. tariffs on India. Brent October futures dropped 0.8% to $68.10/barrel. WTI crude futures fell 0.7% to $64.14/barrel. Both contracts are on track for monthly …

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• 29 August 2025 2:50 am

  Q2 Earnings Season Wraps Up with Mixed Results and AI-Driven Shifts

  

  Q2 Earnings Season Wraps Up with Mixed Results and AI-Driven Shifts The second quarter earnings season is drawing to a close, delivering a largely positive set of results for Corporate America. Over 92% of S&P 500 companies have reported, with earnings per share projected to rise by 11% compared to …

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• 29 August 2025 2:21 am

  PCE Report Looms as Inflation Stays Hot

  

  Inflation likely remained higher than the Federal Reserve’s target in July, according to a survey of economists. The widely watched report from the Bureau of Economic Analysis is expected to show that consumer prices, as measured by the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index, rose by 2.6% over the past year—the …

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• 29 August 2025 12:34 am

  Is the U.S. Economy Able to Survive a $37 Trillion Debt Bubble?

  

  A curious paradox exists in modern economic reporting: rising consumer debt is often presented as a sign of economic confidence. Analysts and media outlets frequently cheer as households borrow more, framing it as a signal of optimism and a willingness to spend. However, a closer look at the data reveals …

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