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August, 2025

• 27 August 2025 1:28 pm

  UK Producer Price Inflation Rises, Input Costs Decline

  

  British producer output prices rose 1.9% year-on-year in June, while producer input prices fell 1.0% annually, according to interim data released Wednesday by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). These figures represent preliminary estimates, as the ONS paused regular publication of the Producer Price Index (PPI) in March after identifying …

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• 27 August 2025 12:51 pm

  Gold Retreats as Dollar Recovers Amid Trump-Fed Dispute

  

  Gold prices pulled back in Asian trade on Wednesday after earlier climbing to a more than two-week high, as markets weighed renewed concerns over U.S. Federal Reserve independence following President Donald Trump’s attempts to remove Governor Lisa Cook. The yellow metal initially surged on Monday after Trump announced Cook’s immediate …

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• 27 August 2025 2:00 am

  Market Drivers – US Session: Will Australian Inflation Steal the Spotlight?

  

  As global markets brace for a pivotal week, the spotlight is turning toward Australia’s inflation data, set to influence currency movements and investor sentiment. On Tuesday, August 26, 2025, the US Dollar (USD) pulled back from recent gains, dipping toward the 98.00 mark on the US Dollar Index (DXY). This …

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• 27 August 2025 12:59 am

  The Battle Over Lisa Cook’s Ousting Explained

  

  On August 26, 2025, President Donald Trump announced his intention to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, citing allegations of mortgage fraud in a move that has sparked intense debate over the independence of the Federal Reserve. This unprecedented action marks the first time a U.S. president has attempted to …

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• 26 August 2025 11:31 pm

  Bank of Canada Stands Firm on 2% Inflation Target Amid Trade Uncertainties

  

  Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem has reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to maintaining its 2% inflation target, signaling that no changes will be considered during the upcoming monetary policy framework review in 2026. This decision comes as global economic conditions grow increasingly complex, particularly due to unpredictable trade policies and …

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• 26 August 2025 10:46 pm

  Dow Jones Holds Steady as Markets Await Key Inflation Data

  

  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) remained largely unchanged on Tuesday, hovering just above the 45,000 mark as investors adopted a cautious stance, awaiting significant economic data to drive market momentum. With global markets focused on the upcoming release of the US Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index (PCE) inflation data …

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• 26 August 2025 9:52 pm

  Will Trump Have A Majority On Fed?

  

  On August 26, 2025, President Donald Trump made waves with a bold claim that could reshape the Federal Reserve’s approach to monetary policy. Speaking with confidence, Trump announced that the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), the Fed’s key interest rate-setting body, would soon see a majority of members favoring rate …

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• 26 August 2025 8:52 pm

  US Consumer Confidence Slips Slightly, Raising Questions About Dollar Strength

  

  US consumer confidence experienced a slight decline in August 2025, with the Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Index dipping to 97.4 from a revised 98.7 in July, halting the recovery seen in the previous month. This modest drop aligns with expectations of subdued consumer sentiment, reflecting concerns about current economic conditions …

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• 26 August 2025 7:40 pm

  France’s Political Turmoil Spooks Markets

  

  France is facing heightened political and economic uncertainty as Prime Minister François Bayrou has announced a no-confidence vote for September 8. This decision comes as the government struggles to pass a new budget and is a direct consequence of the ongoing political deadlock.The announcement has already impacted financial markets. The …

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• 26 August 2025 3:48 pm

  U.S. Stock Futures Dip on Fed Independence Concerns Ahead of Key Data and Nvidia Earnings

  

  U.S. stock index futures edged lower Tuesday as markets reacted to President Donald Trump’s abrupt dismissal of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, intensifying fears over political interference in the central bank. At 05:55 ET (09:55 GMT), Dow Jones Futures fell 70 points, or 0.2%, S&P 500 Futures dropped 6 points, …

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• 26 August 2025 2:40 pm

  Bitcoin Drops to Seven-Week Low Amid Fed Independence Concerns

  

  Bitcoin tumbled to a seven-week low on Tuesday as investors shunned risk following U.S. President Donald Trump’s unprecedented dismissal of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, raising concerns over the central bank’s independence. As of 01:59 ET (05:59 GMT), Bitcoin traded 1.8% lower at $110,231.8, its lowest since July 9, retreating …

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• 26 August 2025 1:01 pm

  Gold Rises as Fed Independence Concerns Fuel Safe-Haven Demand

  

  Gold Gains on Political UncertaintyGold prices climbed in Asian trading on Tuesday as investors sought safety after U.S. President Donald Trump moved to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, raising concerns over the central bank’s independence. Spot gold rose 0.3% to $3,375.29 per ounce, while October futures were up 0.2% …

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• 26 August 2025 12:50 pm

  European Stocks Fall as Fed Uncertainty and Political Risks Weigh on Sentiment

  

  Markets Slide Across the RegionEuropean equities opened sharply lower on Tuesday, tracking Wall Street’s losses and pressured by renewed concerns over U.S. trade policy and domestic political instability in France. As of 03:35 ET (07:35 GMT), Germany’s DAX was down 0.5%, France’s CAC 40 slumped 1.8%, and London’s FTSE 100 …

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