U.S. stocks experienced a volatile trading session today, initially declining amid growing concerns regarding the economic outlook, exacerbated by the potential impact of U.S. trade policies. The specter of stagflation also weighed heavily on investor sentiment, following the Federal Open Market Committee’s (FOMC) revised economic projections released on Wednesday. The …
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Market Analysis
March, 2025
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20 March 2025 8:13 pm
Dollar Rebounds Amid Inflation Fears: Will the Fed Hike Rates Again?
The U.S. dollar rebounded Thursday, driven by escalating fears that the Trump administration’s trade policies could fuel persistent inflation, potentially compelling the Federal Reserve to maintain elevated interest rates. This surge saw the dollar index, which tracks the dollar against a basket of major currencies, climb to 103.89, up from …
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20 March 2025 7:10 pm
Trump’s Trade Offensive: India, China, and the Global Economic Fallout
As U.S. President Donald Trump ramps up his trade war, the global economy is being reshaped by a barrage of tariffs targeting not only adversaries like China but also partners such as India. Under his unwavering “America First” banner, Trump has declared that, effective April 2, 2025, India will face …
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20 March 2025 5:50 pm
Bank of England Holds Rates Steady Amid Growth and Inflation Uncertainty
The Bank of England (BoE) kept its key interest rate unchanged at 4.5% on Thursday, as expected, maintaining its cautious, data-driven approach amid concerns over sluggish economic growth and persistent inflation. Key Takeaways: BoE’s March Decision: 8 out of 9 Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) members voted to hold rates. 1 …
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20 March 2025 3:38 pm
U.S. Stock Futures Slip as Markets Assess Fed Policy and Trade Risks
U.S. stock futures edged lower on Thursday, retracing some of the sharp gains seen in the previous session after the Federal Reserve reaffirmed its outlook for rate cuts this year while signaling concerns over inflation and economic uncertainty tied to President Trump’s tariff policies. Market Overview: At 06:10 ET (10:10 …
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20 March 2025 3:13 pm
U.S. Stock Futures Slip as Markets Assess Fed Policy and Trade Risks
U.S. stock futures edged lower on Thursday, retracing some of the sharp gains seen in the previous session after the Federal Reserve reaffirmed its outlook for rate cuts this year while signaling concerns over inflation and economic uncertainty tied to President Trump’s tariff policies. Market Overview: At 06:10 ET (10:10 …
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20 March 2025 2:16 pm
Euro Drops After Lagarde Downplays Inflation Risks from U.S. Tariffs
The euro weakened on Thursday after European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde warned of potential slower growth in the eurozone while downplaying the risk of sustained inflation increases, should the European Union retaliate against President Trump’s proposed tariffs. Key Takeaways: Lagarde’s Warning on Economic Growth: She outlined a scenario …
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20 March 2025 12:50 pm
Lagarde Warns of Economic Impact from U.S.-EU Trade War
European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde cautioned on Thursday that a full-scale trade war between the U.S. and the eurozone could significantly damage the European economy and drive inflation higher. Key Points: Economic Impact of U.S. Tariffs: A 25% tariff on European imports imposed by the U.S. could reduce …
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20 March 2025 11:46 am
Gold Hits Record Highs Amid Dollar Weakness and Safe-Haven Demand
Gold prices surged to record levels in Asian trade on Thursday, supported by a weaker dollar and expectations of at least two Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2025. Key Factors Driving Gold Prices: Weaker Dollar & Treasury Yields: The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged but signaled a 50-basis-point rate …
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20 March 2025 3:24 am
Market Drivers – US Session: USD Stabilizes as Markets Digest Fed’s Latest Moves
The U.S. dollar regained its footing on Thursday, March 20, 2025, halting a streak of three consecutive daily declines. This stabilization came after the Federal Reserve opted to keep interest rates unchanged at its latest meeting, a decision that aligned with widespread market expectations. The US Dollar Index (DXY) saw …
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20 March 2025 12:59 am
BoE Faces Tough Choices Amid Growth and Inflation Struggles
In 2024, the UK economy managed a modest growth of 0.9%, but forecasts for 2025 suggest little room for optimism, with expectations hovering around a similar pace. During its February policy meeting, the Bank of England (BOE) sharply revised its 2025 growth projection downward to just 0.7%, halving its previous …
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19 March 2025 11:48 pm
XAU/USD Soars to Fresh Peaks After Fed Decision
Gold prices spiked following the Federal Reserve’s latest stance on rates and its updated dot plot. Expectations for 2025 growth are faltering under the weight of inconsistent U.S. policy moves. Powell admitted that predicting the fallout from tariffs is proving elusive. On Wednesday, gold climbed toward $3,050 in intraday trading …
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19 March 2025 11:30 pm
Fed’s Powell: Hard Data Holds Solid for Now
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell justified keeping the policy rate at 4.25%-4.50% after the March meeting, elaborating in the post-meeting press conference. Key Highlights from the Fed’s Press ConferenceThe economy is performing strongly.Labor market conditions remain stable and balanced, not fueling inflation.Inflation is somewhat elevated, with PCE prices likely up …
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