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August, 2025

• 8 August 2025 12:59 am

  Trump’s Tariffs Hit Hard as U.S. Economy Faces Growing Pains

  

  On August 7, 2025, a sweeping wave of U.S. tariffs took effect, targeting imports from over 60 countries and escalating trade tensions to levels unseen since the Great Depression. With rates ranging from 10% to 50%, these levies, championed by President Donald Trump, aim to shrink the U.S. trade deficit …

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• 7 August 2025 11:46 pm

  Beyond Gold: Why Commodities Are the Next Big Opportunity

  

  Gold has stolen the spotlight in 2025 with a dazzling 30% year-to-date surge, outpacing stocks and bonds as central banks stockpile the precious metal and investors seek safety amid global uncertainty. Yet, while gold’s rally captivates markets, a broader range of commodities—spanning industrial metals, energy, and agriculture—offers untapped potential for …

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• 7 August 2025 11:10 pm

  How Will Toyota Navigate Q2 Success Amid $9.5 Billion Tariff Shadows?

  

  Corporate America Shines in Q2, but Tariffs Cast ShadowsThe second quarter earnings season has delivered a robust performance for U.S. companies, with S&P 500 firms reporting a 10.3% surge in earnings per share, exceeding tempered expectations set against a backdrop of new U.S. tariffs and economic uncertainty. Despite a high …

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• 7 August 2025 10:19 pm

  Gold Surges to $3,392 as Tariffs and Jobless Data Fuel Stagflation Fears

  

  Gold prices rallied sharply on August 7, 2025, climbing 0.68% to $3,392.31 per troy ounce, driven by renewed safe-haven demand amid escalating U.S. tariffs and a weakening labor market. The XAU/USD pair, which tracks gold against the U.S. dollar, saw a daily range between $3,365.31 and $3,397.58, reflecting heightened market …

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• 7 August 2025 9:27 pm

  Dow Dips as New Tariffs Shake Blue-Chip Giants

  

  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) slid nearly 400 points on Thursday, dipping below 44,000 as the weight of newly implemented U.S. tariffs took a toll on major companies. The steep import taxes, rolled out as part of a long-anticipated “reciprocal” tariff package, target virtually all goods entering the U.S., …

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• 7 August 2025 8:33 pm

  Oil Prices Linger Below $72 Amid Global Tensions and OPEC+ Moves

  

  Oil prices remain stubbornly below $72 per barrel, with Brent crude hovering around $67 and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) at $64.41, each up just 0.09% as of August 7, 2025. Kuwait, a key OPEC member, predicts this price ceiling will hold in the near term, citing a healthy market with …

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• 7 August 2025 8:02 pm

  BoE’s Rate Cut Sparks Pound Rally Amid Policy Uncertainty

  

  The Bank of England (BoE) slashed its base interest rate by 25 basis points to 4.00% on August 7, 2025, in a dramatic and closely contested decision that has propelled the British pound to fresh highs against major currencies. The narrow 5-4 vote, which required an unprecedented second round of …

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• 7 August 2025 7:24 pm

  Tech Titans Pour Billions into AI Dominance Race

  

  The race to lead in artificial intelligence (AI) is intensifying as tech giants like Google, Meta, and Microsoft channel billions into groundbreaking advancements, reshaping the global technological landscape. Fueled by record profits, these industry leaders are locked in a fierce competition to harness AI’s transformative potential, dubbed a new “digital …

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• 7 August 2025 4:35 pm

  U.S. Jobless Claims Rise as Unemployment Rate Remains Stable

  

  The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) reported on Thursday that the number of new applications for unemployment insurance increased to 226,000 for the week ending August 2. This marked an increase from the previous week’s revised figure of 219,000, surpassing initial estimates of 221,000. Unemployment Data Overview The seasonally adjusted …

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• 7 August 2025 3:19 pm

  Bank of England Cuts Rates Amid Economic Woes, Outlook for Further Easing Uncertain

  

  The Bank of England (BoE) announced a 25 basis point cut to its benchmark interest rate on Thursday, bringing it down to 4%, in a bid to bolster a struggling jobs market. This move marks the fifth rate reduction in the past 12 months and comes as the U.K. economy …

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• 7 August 2025 2:23 pm

  Bitcoin Struggles to Break Range Amid Tariff Concerns and Global Economic Jitters

  

  Bitcoin remained largely unchanged on Thursday as broader cryptocurrency markets stayed within tight ranges, with uncertainty around U.S. trade tariffs and growing economic concerns dampening investor appetite. The world’s largest cryptocurrency gained just 0.3%, reaching $114,521.4 by 01:31 ET (05:31 GMT), but has largely remained stuck between $115,000 and $110,000 …

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• 7 August 2025 1:16 pm

  Euro Rises to 1-1/2-Week High Against Weakening Dollar Amid Ukraine Peace Talks and Fed Uncertainty

  

  The euro reached a fresh 1-1/2-week high against the weakening U.S. dollar on Thursday, as investors closely monitored Ukraine peace talks and prepared for the Bank of England’s policy meeting later in the session. The U.S. dollar remained under pressure, with growing concerns over partisanship infiltrating key U.S. institutions. The …

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• 7 August 2025 12:05 pm

  Gold Prices Rise Amid Tariff Threats and Fed Rate Cut Bets

  

  Gold prices inched higher in Asian trading on Thursday, bolstered by growing safe-haven demand as U.S. President Donald Trump intensified trade tensions with new tariff threats, while renewed expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut provided additional support for the precious metal. Gold Prices Climb on Tariff Concerns and Fed …

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