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June, 2025

• 24 June 2025 2:11 pm

  Focus Shifts to Powell’s Testimony as U.S. Dollar Faces Pressure

  

  Markets are turning their attention from the Middle East tensions to Washington, where Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is set to begin two days of testimony before Congress on Tuesday. Powell’s Testimony and Rate OutlookPowell is expected to face intense questioning over the Fed’s decision to keep interest rates unchanged …

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• 24 June 2025 1:15 pm

  European Stocks Rise on Optimism Over Israel-Iran Ceasefire; Crude Prices Fall on Supply Relief

  

  European stock markets surged on Tuesday, driven by renewed optimism over a potential ceasefire between Israel and Iran, while investors await U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s testimony before Congress. Stock Market PerformanceBy 03:05 ET (07:05 GMT), major European indices saw significant gains. The DAX in Germany rose by 1.9%, …

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• 24 June 2025 12:13 pm

  German IFO Business Climate Index Improves, EUR/USD Holds Small Gains

  

  Germany’s IFO Business Climate Index for June showed a slight improvement, rising to 88.4, up from 87.5 in May, surpassing market expectations of 88.3. This reflects a modest rebound in business sentiment, suggesting businesses remain cautiously optimistic about the economic outlook. However, the Current Economic Assessment Index saw only a …

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• 24 June 2025 11:27 am

  Bitcoin Rises Amid Israel-Iran Ceasefire Announcement, Broader Crypto Markets Follow Suit

  

  Bitcoin saw a significant jump on Tuesday, rising 3.2% to $105,042.5, supported by a broader improvement in risk sentiment following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. This development raised hopes for a de-escalation in the Middle East conflict, potentially ending days of hostilities. While …

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• 24 June 2025 10:46 am

  Gold Prices Drop as Trump Announces Israel-Iran Ceasefire, Easing Geopolitical Tensions

  

  Gold prices fell by more than 1% on Tuesday as easing geopolitical tensions following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran prompted investors to move away from safe-haven assets. Spot Gold fell 1.1% to $3,332.57 an ounce by 02:00 ET (06:00 GMT), marking its lowest …

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• 24 June 2025 10:13 am

  Oil Prices Fall Sharply After U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Agreement Eases Supply Disruption Fears

  

  Oil prices tumbled to their lowest levels in over a week on Tuesday following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a ceasefire agreement between Iran and Israel, reducing concerns over supply disruptions in the Middle East—one of the world’s most critical oil-producing regions. As of 0330 GMT, Brent crude futures …

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• 24 June 2025 2:30 am

  Trump Declares Israel-Iran Ceasefire Breakthrough, Markets React

  

  On Monday, US President Donald Trump announced a “complete and total” ceasefire between Israel and Iran, set to take effect in roughly six hours, aiming to end their ongoing conflict, according to Reuters.In a social media post, Trump stated, “Israel and Iran have fully agreed to a TOTAL CEASEFIRE, effective …

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• 24 June 2025 1:39 am

  On A Day of Market Surprises: Geopolitical Jitters and Fed Signals – What’s Next for Investors?

  

  On June 23, 2025, global markets displayed resilience as stocks climbed and oil prices plummeted following Iran’s restrained missile strikes on U.S. bases in Qatar and Iraq. This response to heightened Middle East tensions, coupled with dovish signals from Federal Reserve officials, offers a moment to reflect on the forces …

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• 24 June 2025 12:18 am

  Dow Jones Rides Rollercoaster Amid Middle East Tensions

  

  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) surged on Monday, climbing roughly 400 points despite escalating tensions in the Middle East. Investors appeared to shrug off weekend turmoil following missile strikes ordered by the Trump administration, but the upbeat mood faltered as Iran retaliated with targeted strikes on U.S. military assets …

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• 23 June 2025 11:17 pm

  Oil Markets and Middle East Tensions: A Fragile Calm

  

  West Texas Intermediate crude fell to around $68 per barrel, and Brent crude mirrored this drop after Iran’s strike on a U.S. military base in Qatar. The attack, preceded by Iran’s warning to minimize casualties, fueled expectations of de-escalation. No U.S. casualties were reported at Al Udeid, bolstering this view. …

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• 23 June 2025 10:25 pm

  Gold Surges After Iran’s Retaliatory Strikes Targeting US Bases in Qatar and Kuwait

  

  Gold prices have soared to $3,385 amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, driven by Iran’s missile strikes on U.S. bases and Israel’s intensified bombing of Tehran. This surge reflects heightened geopolitical risks overshadowing economic data, with the U.S. dollar and Treasury yields sliding. The situation demands a closer look …

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• 23 June 2025 9:24 pm

  US Economy Slows as Prices Soar, Yet Jobs Surge

  

  The US economy in June 2025 presents a complex picture: growth persists but slows, inflation surges due to tariffs, and job gains offer resilience. These dynamics, captured by the S&P Global US PMI Composite Output Index at 52.8, suggest an economy expanding at a 1.5% annualized rate, down from late …

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• 23 June 2025 8:11 pm

  A Case for Cutting Rates: Fed’s Next Move

  

  The Federal Reserve stands at a pivotal moment. With inflation pressures appearing contained, FOMC Governor Michelle Bowman has signaled openness to cutting interest rates as early as July 2025. This shift could realign monetary policy with a neutral stance, balancing a healthy labor market while addressing emerging economic risks. Here’s …

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