Gold (XAU/USD) hovers around $3,368, reflecting a pullback from its weekly high of $3,452. Despite short-term pressures, the metal’s medium-term outlook remains robust, driven by persistent geopolitical risks and strong central bank demand. This analysis explores the factors shaping gold’s price action, the broader macroeconomic context, and technical levels to …
Read More »European Stocks Rally as Hopes for EU-U.S. Trade Deal Rise
European shares climbed on Wednesday, buoyed by renewed optimism for a potential trade deal between …
Gold Prices Dip as U.S.-Japan Trade Deal Eases Risk Concerns, But Market Uncertainty Persists
Gold prices experienced a slight pullback on Wednesday, retreating marginally from the strong gains …
Wall Street and Europe Show Varied Earnings Results on July 22, 2025
On July 22, 2025, global financial markets faced a challenging earnings landscape shaped by corporat…
Copper Blazes to Record Highs: Tariffs Fuel Market Frenzy
Copper prices ignited global markets, soaring to a new all-time high as traders braced for a looming…
US Markets Blaze Through Volatility: Stocks Mixed as Tariffs Hit General Motors Hard
U.S. stock markets delivered a dynamite performance, navigating a whirlwind of corporate earnings an…
Market Drivers-US Session: Trade Tensions and Fed Autonomy Steer Markets
The US Dollar weakened further on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, dropping to two-week lows around 97.30 as …
Canada’s Carney Balances Trump Talks and Global Allies
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney dropped a dynamite update on Canada’s trade strategy, navigating…
Trump Targets Powell: Fed Chair’s Exit Looms in 8 Months
US President Donald Trump has escalated his criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, predic…
Trump Targets Fed’s Powell Over Housing Woes, Cites High Interest Rates
On Tuesday, July 22, 2025, US President Donald Trump intensified his criticism of Federal Reserve Ch…
Gold Surges Past $3,400 as Trade Tensions and Fed Concerns Boost Safe-Haven Appeal
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Market Analysis
June, 2025
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20 June 2025 1:42 pm
Bitcoin and Broader Crypto Markets Struggle Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty and Hawkish Fed
Bitcoin fell slightly on Friday, continuing its trend of moderate losses for the second consecutive week, while broader crypto markets showed little movement. Despite an improvement in broader risk appetite following U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to delay a decision on U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict, the world’s largest …
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20 June 2025 12:27 pm
European Stocks Rebound as U.S. Postpones Iran Decision, Central Banks Signal Dovish Stance
European stocks rose on Friday, recovering from three consecutive sessions of losses, as investors reacted to mixed developments in the Middle East conflict and central bank policies. At 03:15 ET (07:15 GMT), the DAX index in Germany rose 0.8%, the CAC 40 in France climbed 0.6%, and the FTSE 100 …
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20 June 2025 11:32 am
U.K. Retail Sales Slump in May Amid Declining Food Store Sales
U.K. retail sales experienced a sharp decline in May, reversing the gains made in April, with food store sales particularly hard-hit. According to data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) on Friday, retail sales fell by 2.7% month-on-month, following a revised 1.3% increase in April. Economists had anticipated …
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20 June 2025 10:26 am
Gold Prices Fall as Risk Appetite Improves Amid U.S. Iran Decision Delay
Gold prices fell in Asian trade on Friday, as a slight improvement in risk appetite, stemming from the White House’s comments suggesting that a U.S. strike on Iran over the Israel-Iran conflict was not imminent, pressured the yellow metal. The decline in gold was also influenced by hawkish remarks from …
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20 June 2025 9:44 am
Oil Prices Fall on Trump’s Decision Timeline, but Weekly Gains Continue Amid Tensions
Oil prices fell sharply in Asian trade on Friday, as news of U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision on potential involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict was delayed for two weeks. Despite this dip, oil prices remained on track for their third straight week of gains, with geopolitical concerns in the Middle …
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19 June 2025 10:49 pm
A Surprise Cut to Zero: SNB’s Risky Bet on Stability
The Swiss National Bank’s unexpected decision to slash its key policy rate to 0% has left the USD/CHF pair idling near 0.8186, subdued by thin trading volumes during the U.S. Juneteenth holiday. This article argues that the SNB’s bold move, aimed at tackling disinflation and the Swiss franc’s strength, risks …
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19 June 2025 9:41 pm
Explainer: Why Trump’s Push for Rate Cuts Still Clashes with Powell’s Steady Policy
President Donald Trump’s relentless push for lower interest rates, driven by fiscal pressures and economic ambitions, has put him at odds with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, who has held rates steady at 4.25% to 4.5% for the fourth consecutive meeting. Trump seeks rate cuts to reduce the cost of …
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19 June 2025 8:38 pm
The Pound’s Surge: A Fragile Rally Amid Economic Risks
The British pound has surged since the Bank of England’s latest interest rate decision, sparking debates about the UK economy’s trajectory and the central bank’s next moves. This article argues that while the pound’s rally reflects confidence in the Bank’s steady hand, persistent economic risks—both domestic and global—could challenge this …
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19 June 2025 7:59 pm
Geopolitical Tensions Ignite Shipping Costs and Stocks
From June 13 to June 19, 2025, maritime shipping costs, prices, and stock performance surged, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Freight rates for containers and tankers soared, vessel traffic through critical routes dwindled, and shipping stocks rallied. This volatile week highlights how conflicts disrupt global trade, …
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19 June 2025 6:54 pm
WTI Prices Touch Multi-Month Highs on Mideast Tensions, Supply Shocks
WTI crude oil surged past the $75.00 mark on Thursday, climbing to a multi-month peak of $75.54—the highest level since late January—before settling at around $75.20, reflecting a robust gain of around 2.5% for the day. Brent crude is up 2.80%, trading at $78.85 at the time of writing. This …
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19 June 2025 4:08 pm
Dollar Edges Up Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions and Central Bank Decisions
The U.S. dollar gained ground on Thursday as geopolitical risks, particularly the escalating Israel-Iran conflict, drove investors toward safe-haven assets. Meanwhile, a flurry of central bank decisions, including an unexpected rate cut from Norway, kept market participants on edge. Geopolitical Tensions Boost Dollar’s Safe-Haven Status The dollar saw a modest …
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19 June 2025 3:35 pm
Bank of England Holds Rates at 4.25%, Adopts Gradual Approach to Easing
The Bank of England (BOE) maintained its benchmark interest rate at 4.25% on Thursday, a widely expected decision as the central bank continues to pursue a gradual approach to monetary policy easing. This decision follows the BOE’s recent cut in May, when it reduced its Bank Rate by 25 basis …
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