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August, 2025

• 22 August 2025 1:42 am

  US Bond Yields Continue to Rise After Manufacturing Data

  

  U.S. bond yields continued their ascent on Thursday, bolstered by recent statements from Federal Reserve officials and a series of unexpectedly positive economic reports. The yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note climbed to 4.330% from its previous close of 4.299%.This increase was fueled by comments from Beth Hammack, a …

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• 22 August 2025 12:06 am

  Investors hit the brakes: Dow Jones tumbles amid rate cut fears

  

  The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell to its lowest point in over a week on Thursday as investors grew cautious about the prospects for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in September. While some positive economic data helped to limit losses, the market remains concerned that rising inflation—fueled by tariffs—could …

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• 21 August 2025 10:36 pm

  Jerome Powell’s Pivotal Address: Three Scenarios for the Market’s Next Move

  

  As the financial world awaits Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s highly anticipated speech at the annual economic symposium this Friday, investors are holding their breath for clarity on the central bank’s stance regarding interest rates. Amid a backdrop of mixed economic signals—steady GDP growth despite a struggling labor market, and …

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• 21 August 2025 9:19 pm

  Gold’s Resilience Ahead of Jackson Hole: A Pivotal Moment for Monetary Policy

  

  Gold prices have held firm amid mounting anticipation for the Federal Reserve’s Jackson Hole symposium, where Chair Jerome Powell is set to deliver a key speech on economic outlook and policy direction. As of Thursday, spot gold dipped slightly by 0.1% to $3,342.25 per ounce, while U.S. gold futures for …

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• 21 August 2025 8:07 pm

  Boeing Edges Closer to Historic Mega-Deal with China for 500 Jets Amid Trade Talks

  

  Boeing is on the verge of sealing a monumental aircraft deal with China that could involve selling up to 500 planes, according to informed sources. If finalized, this agreement would end a prolonged freeze on sales that dates back to a high-level U.S. visit to Beijing in 2017.Negotiations between Boeing …

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• 21 August 2025 7:04 pm

  PMIs Reading Explained: Is the US economy picking up speed?

  

  New data from S&P Global’s Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) suggests that U.S. business activity saw a surprising acceleration in August, adding to signs of a strong third quarter. The Composite PMI, which combines manufacturing and services, rose to 55.4, up from 55.1 in July. Since any reading above 50 indicates …

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• 21 August 2025 2:13 am

  Market Drivers – US Session: A Global Economic Pulse Check, PMI Data Takes Center Stage

  

  Forex markets are abuzz as a wave of key economic indicators, particularly the highly anticipated Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data, prepares to hit the wires. This global pulse check will offer fresh insights into the health of various economies, potentially shaking up currency valuations and setting the tone for the …

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• 21 August 2025 1:45 am

  Dow Jones Grapples with Tech Weakness as Jackson Hole Looms

  

  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) is struggling to find a clear direction, hovering around the 45,000 mark. The major index faced downward pressure as investors began to take profits from tech stocks, which have seen a significant run-up. While the Dow managed to recover some of its losses, market …

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• 20 August 2025 10:18 pm

  Minutes Highlight Broad Agreement on Holding Rates Steady Amid Tariff Fog

  

  In a revealing snapshot of internal deliberations, the latest Federal Open Market Committee minutes indicate that nearly all participants at the late July meeting endorsed maintaining the benchmark interest rate within the 4.25% to 4.50% range, viewing it as a prudent stance given ongoing economic uncertainties. This consensus underscores a …

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• 20 August 2025 9:43 pm

  Gold Bounces Back from Three-Week Dip as Dollar Softens and FOMC Minutes Loom

  

  Gold prices are mounting a strong recovery, climbing back above $3,345 during Wednesday’s U.S. trading session after hitting a three-week low of $3,311 earlier in Asian markets. This rebound is fueled by a retreating U.S. Dollar and declining Treasury yields, even as investors adopt a wait-and-see approach ahead of the …

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• 20 August 2025 8:39 pm

  FOMC Minutes Spotlight: Investors Brace for Clues on September Rate Cut Amid Dissent and Mixed Data

  

  Investors are eagerly awaiting the release of the Federal Reserve’s July 29-30 monetary policy meeting minutes, set to be published on Wednesday at 18:00 GMT. The document is expected to shed light on the internal discussions that led to the decision to hold interest rates steady in the 4.25%-4.5% range, …

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• 20 August 2025 7:52 pm

  Sterling Tumbles: Fed Fraud Allegations Eclipse UK Inflation Surge, Pressuring GBP/USD

  

  The British pound took a hit against the US dollar on Wednesday, as escalating political turmoil at the Federal Reserve overshadowed robust inflation data from the UK. Traders, prioritizing caution amid the uncertainty, drove GBP/USD lower during the North American trading session, with the pair settling at 1.3469—a decline of …

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• 20 August 2025 7:19 pm

  Mortgage Rate Forecast Raised Amid Cooling Economy and Stubborn Inflation

  

  In a fresh assessment of the U.S. economic landscape, the Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae) has adjusted its outlook for mortgage rates, signaling a slightly higher borrowing environment through 2025 before a modest decline in 2026. The government-sponsored enterprise now anticipates the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate to close …

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