Oil prices rose on Wednesday, supported by supply concerns stemming from a Ukrainian drone attack on a Russian oil facility, cold weather disruptions in the U.S., and OPEC+ speculation regarding output levels. Brent crude futures climbed 0.5% to $76.25 per barrel at 07:20 GMT. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude for …
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Crude Pulls Back on Diplomatic Hopes, Uncertainty Still Persists
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Market Analysis
February, 2025
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19 February 2025 11:41 am
Gold Prices Edge Lower but Stay Near Record Highs Amid Trade Tariff Concerns
Gold prices dipped slightly in Asian trading on Wednesday, with spot gold down 0.2% at $2,929.02 an ounce, while gold futures for April delivery fell 0.1% to $2,946.22 an ounce by 00:27 ET (05:27 GMT). Despite the decline, gold remains near all-time highs, as markets weigh the impact of Trump’s …
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19 February 2025 11:08 am
Bitcoin Declines for Fourth Straight Day Amid Trade War Fears and Fed Caution
Bitcoin extended its losing streak on Wednesday, edging 0.4% lower to $95,347.5 by 01:17 ET (6:17 GMT) as investors adopted a cautious stance ahead of potential U.S. trade tariffs and the release of the Federal Reserve’s meeting minutes. Despite the dip, Bitcoin continues to trade within a narrow range, reflecting …
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19 February 2025 1:07 am
FOMC Meeting Minutes in Focus In A Critical Week for Global Markets
Market dynamics are expected to be influenced by a series of crucial events on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Among these are a speech by the U.S. President, building permits data, and the release of the FOMC meeting minutes, all of which will be closely watched by investors and analysts.This week, …
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19 February 2025 12:35 am
Dow Jones Holds Steady Despite Healthcare Sector Losses
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) experienced a volatile session, initially dropping significantly before recovering to near flat. Despite this overall stability, substantial losses in the healthcare and retail sectors, specifically UnitedHealth and Home Depot, weighed on the index. UnitedHealth’s decline stemmed from shareholder concerns about claims denial practices, while …
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18 February 2025 11:24 pm
US Dollar 0.30% Higher Amid Ukraine-Linked Talks
The US dollar has strengthened, with the US Dollar Index (DXY) surpassing the 107.00 mark. This surge is largely attributed to escalating geopolitical tensions stemming from the slow progress in US-Russia discussions concerning the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The lack of any tangible breakthroughs in these talks has heightened uncertainty …
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18 February 2025 10:21 pm
AUD/USD Dips After RBA’s Expected Rate Cut, Cautious Outlook
The AUD/USD pair has dipped below the 0.6350 level, influenced by a strengthening US dollar and a cautious stance from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA). The US dollar is maintaining its intraday gains, propelled by strong market expectations that the Federal Reserve will maintain its current interest rate range …
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18 February 2025 9:27 pm
Wall Street Dumps Cash, Bets on Stocks Despite Trade War Woes
Wall Street’s optimism has reached fever pitch, with cash levels in investment portfolios hitting a 15-year low, according to a recent Bank of America survey. Fund managers, overseeing hundreds of billions in assets, are displaying the lowest cash holdings since 2010, signaling a strong preference for stocks. This bullish sentiment …
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18 February 2025 8:06 pm
Fed’s Daly rules out certain rate cuts in 2025
Mary Daly, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, emphasized the uncertainty surrounding further interest rate cuts in 2025. While acknowledging the positive state of the US economy, citing solid GDP growth and a strong labor market, Daly highlighted the significant uncertainties that persist. She noted that while …
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18 February 2025 7:15 pm
EUR/USD Under Pressure Amid Tariff Row, Monetary Policy Speculations
The EUR/USD exchange rate has recently weakened, approaching the 1.0450 level, pressured by a confluence of interwoven factors. A key driver is the strengthening US dollar, bolstered by the Federal Reserve’s unwavering commitment to a restrictive monetary policy. Comments from Fed officials suggest no immediate policy adjustments are anticipated, reinforcing …
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18 February 2025 3:34 pm
Oil Prices Rise After Drone Attack on Russian Pipeline, Supply Outlook Limits Gains
Oil prices extended gains on Tuesday following a drone attack on a Russian oil pipeline pumping station, which disrupted crude flows from Kazakhstan. However, expectations of rising supply limited further price increases. Brent crude futures climbed 0.6% to $75.66 per barrel by 10:14 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) …
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18 February 2025 2:58 pm
Bitcoin Declines Amid Trade Tariff Uncertainty and Fed’s Interest Rate Outlook
Bitcoin edged lower on Tuesday, marking its third consecutive day of declines, as market participants adopted a cautious stance amid ongoing uncertainty surrounding U.S. trade tariffs and the Federal Reserve’s interest rate outlook. The world’s largest cryptocurrency dipped 0.8% to $95,424.7 by 01:14 ET (5:14 GMT). Crypto Investors on Edge: …
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18 February 2025 1:25 pm
European Markets Trade Higher Amid Geopolitical Tensions
European markets saw modest gains on Tuesday, as investors closely monitored ongoing geopolitical developments. As of 03:08 ET (08:08 GMT), Germany’s DAX rose by 0.1%, the FTSE 100 in the U.K. increased by 0.2%, and France’s CAC 40 edged up by 0.1%. U.S.-Russia Talks Sideline European Involvement Geopolitical tensions remained …
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