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September, 2025

• 26 September 2025 9:40 am

  Asian Tech and Semiconductor Stocks Retreat on U.S. Import Policy Concerns

  

  Policy Risks Pressure Asian ChipmakersAsian technology stocks and semiconductor makers fell sharply on Friday following a Wall Street Journal report that the U.S. administration is considering new measures to reduce reliance on overseas semiconductors. The proposed policy would force U.S. technology firms to match domestic chip production with imports or …

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• 26 September 2025 2:06 am

  The Euro and Pound Under Pressure: Is a Coordinated Decline on the Horizon?

  

  The British pound and the Euro are both facing significant headwinds against the U.S. dollar, leading many to wonder if we’re witnessing a synchronized decline. While their individual struggles are driven by distinct factors—domestic weakness for the pound and geopolitical jitters for the euro—the combined effect is a clear picture …

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• 26 September 2025 1:55 am

  Yen’s Recent Decline Signals a Turning Point for Global Markets

  

  The Japanese Yen’s performance against major currencies on September 25, 2025, underscores a troubling trend: ongoing weakness driven by policy divergence between the Bank of Japan and other central banks. While the Yen edged higher against the dollar by about 0.7%, closing near 149.88, this modest gain masks broader pressures. …

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• 26 September 2025 12:58 am

  Could Strong US Growth Be Bad for Oil Bulls

  

  Recent economic data and geopolitical tensions have thrown a wrench into the narrative surrounding the oil market. While oil prices climbed to a seven-week high, driven by supply concerns stemming from Russia’s new fuel export restrictions and rising U.S. crude inventories, a deeper look suggests this rally may be built …

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• 26 September 2025 12:04 am

  Top Fed Officials Signal Cautious Approach Toward Rate Cuts

  

  In a series of recent public appearances, several key Federal Reserve officials have offered a unified message on the future of monetary policy: while interest rate cuts are likely on the horizon, the pace and timing will be dictated by incoming economic data, particularly inflation. This collective caution underscores a …

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• 25 September 2025 10:52 pm

  Why Solid GDP Can’t Stop US Stocks from Falling

  

  The market’s recent performance on Thursday, September 25, 2025, confirmed a growing unease among investors. All three major US indices—the Dow Jones Industrial Average, the Nasdaq Composite, and the S&P 500—closed in the red for a third consecutive session. This broad-based weakness was driven by a confluence of factors, moving …

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• 25 September 2025 9:42 pm

  Are Tariffs the Unseen Hand Pushing Inflation Ahead of PCE Data?

  

  The recent moderation in core inflation, as suggested by forecasts for the August Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) report, offers a glimmer of hope. However, it would be a mistake to assume this slight cooling means the battle against rising prices is over. A significant, and often underestimated, factor looms over …

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• 25 September 2025 8:49 pm

  Pound Slips Against Yen Amid UK Fiscal Concerns and BoJ Hike Bets

  

  The British Pound is losing ground against the Japanese Yen, with the GBP/JPY currency pair falling to 199.72 after being rejected from its weekly high of 200.34. This shift comes as a combination of domestic and international factors influence both currencies.Investors are growing concerned about the UK’s financial health following …

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• 25 September 2025 7:29 pm

  US Dollar Climbs Ahead of Crucial PCE Inflation Data

  

  The US Dollar is gaining strength as markets anticipate the release of the highly influential Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index data. This report, scheduled for release on Friday, is the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) preferred measure of inflation and is expected to provide critical clues about the future of monetary …

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• 25 September 2025 5:12 pm

  U.S. GDP Revised Up to 3.8% in Q2, but Momentum Seen Slowing

  

  The U.S. economy expanded more strongly than initially thought in the second quarter, but analysts warn that momentum is already cooling under the weight of tariffs and policy uncertainty. Stronger Q2 Growth on Imports and Spending The Commerce Department’s Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) revised second-quarter GDP growth up to …

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• 25 September 2025 5:11 pm

  U.S. Jobless Claims Dip While GDP Growth Revised Sharply Higher

  

  ChatGPT said: The U.S. labor market showed surprising resilience last week as first-time jobless claims fell more than expected, while a stronger-than-initially-reported economic expansion in the second quarter added to signs of underlying growth momentum. Jobless Claims Beat Expectations For the week ending September 20, initial unemployment claims dropped to …

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• 25 September 2025 3:04 pm

  Wall Street Futures Steady Ahead of Jobs Data and Shutdown Fears

  

  U.S. stock index futures traded around the flatline early Thursday as investors awaited weekly jobless claims and GDP figures for cues on the Federal Reserve’s next steps, while political gridlock in Washington fueled concerns of a potential government shutdown. At 05:55 ET (09:55 GMT): Dow Jones Futures rose 65 points, …

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• 25 September 2025 2:17 pm

  Gold Holds Steady as Markets Await Key U.S. Data

  

  Gold prices steadied in Asian trading on Thursday, pausing after slipping from record highs as a stronger U.S. dollar and cautious signals from Federal Reserve officials curbed momentum. By 03:01 ET (07:01 GMT), spot gold rose 0.2% to $3,713.42 an ounce, while U.S. gold futures for December edged 0.1% higher …

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