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July, 2025

• 7 July 2025 11:03 pm

  Oil prices defy expectations post OPEC’s Decision

  

  On Monday, oil prices defied expectations, climbing despite OPEC+’s surprise production hike, fueled by US-Iran tensions and tariff threats. As supply dynamics shift, this analysis dives into oil’s resilience, its market ripple effects, and the path ahead.Oil Defies OPEC+ Supply SurgeOPEC+’s decision to add 548,000 barrels per day starting August …

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• 7 July 2025 9:42 pm

  EUR/JPY Climbs: Are Trump’s Tariffs and EU Trade Hopes a Game-Changer?

  

  The EUR/JPY pair is riding a wave of optimism, fueled by prospects of a US-EU trade deal and a robust German economic rebound. However, US President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 25% tariff on Japanese imports, effective August 1, has put the Japanese Yen under strain. As markets eye a …

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• 7 July 2025 8:26 pm

  Trump Targets Japan and South Korea with a Separate 25% Tariff

  

  On Monday, US President Donald Trump announced the imposition of a 25% tariff on imports from Japan and South Korea, effective from August 1.Trump shared screenshots on his Truth Social platform of two letters addressed to Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung regarding these tariffs.The …

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• 7 July 2025 7:17 pm

  Markets Reel as Trump’s Tariffs and Iran Tensions Boost Dollar

  

  President Donald Trump’s tariff threats targeting over 100 countries by July 9, 2025, coupled with heightened US-Iran tensions, have sparked market unease, propelling the US Dollar as a safe-haven. With trade and geopolitical risks mounting, this analysis explores the market fallout and what lies ahead.Dollar Surges on Safe-Haven FlowsFears of …

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• 7 July 2025 1:47 pm

  Stock Futures Slide Amid Trade Uncertainty and Concerns Over Tariffs

  

  U.S. stock index futures fell Monday, as growing uncertainty surrounding President Donald Trump’s trade tariff plans overshadowed market sentiment. Market Overview At 05:15 ET (09:15 GMT), Dow Jones Futures were down 115 points, or 0.3%, S&P 500 Futures dropped 32 points, or 0.5%, and Nasdaq 100 Futures slipped 145 points, …

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• 7 July 2025 12:37 pm

  Oil Prices Struggle as OPEC+ Hikes Output Amid Trade Concerns

  

  Oil prices showed some resilience on Monday, recovering from earlier losses despite concerns surrounding a more-than-expected output increase from OPEC+ and the potential economic impact of U.S. tariffs. OPEC+ Boosts Output, Market Tightness Offers Support Brent crude futures were down by 0.3%, trading at $68.08 per barrel by 0815 GMT, …

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• 7 July 2025 11:17 am

  European Stocks Mixed as Investors Await U.S. Trade Deal Deadline

  

  European stocks showed a mixed performance on Monday, with investors remaining cautious ahead of the looming July 9 deadline for trade deals set by U.S. President Donald Trump. Markets have been anxiously awaiting progress in U.S. trade talks, with the risk of higher tariffs looming, which has led to a …

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• 7 July 2025 10:39 am

  German Industrial Production Surpasses Expectations in May Despite Recent Slowdowns

  

  German industrial production showed a stronger-than-expected rebound in May, driven by the automotive sector and energy production, as reported by the federal statistics office on Monday. The data highlighted a 1.2% increase in production compared to the previous month, significantly exceeding analysts’ forecast of no growth. This uptick in output …

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• 7 July 2025 9:45 am

  Gold Prices Fall as U.S. Tariff Threats and Strong Payrolls Data Weigh on Sentiment

  

  Gold prices slipped in Asian trade on Monday, pressured by a steady U.S. dollar and the ongoing uncertainty surrounding U.S. trade policy. U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest tariff threats and stronger-than-expected payrolls data from last week dampened market expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut in the near term, further …

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• 7 July 2025 1:21 am

  Weekly market wrap: FOMC minutes are looming amid trade fears

  

  Three things dictated price action in financial markets last week, including reaching a trade deal between USA and Vietnam, positive US jobs data, and passing “the Big Beautiful Bill”. The recent appreciation of the U.S. dollar was driven by improving investor sentiment toward America’s trade outlook, supported by Friday’s robust …

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• 5 July 2025 1:21 am

  EUR/USD Holds Steady Amid Tariff Tensions, Eyes Turn to EU Economic Data

  

  Modest Gains Amid Holiday-Thinned TradingThe EUR/USD pair edged up by 0.18% on Friday, trading at 1.1778, despite thin market liquidity due to the U.S. Independence Day holiday, according to The Independent. The modest gain, which contributed to a weekly increase of 0.53%, came as investors grappled with escalating tensions over …

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• 4 July 2025 10:57 pm

  Global Markets Wobble as Trump’s Tariff Deadline Draws Near

  

  Global stock markets faltered on Friday, gripped by uncertainty as U.S. President Donald Trump’s July 9 tariff deadline loomed, even as U.S. equities continued their record-breaking surge, according to The Independent. The threat of steep import taxes cast a shadow over investor confidence, particularly in Europe and Asia, while Wall …

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• 4 July 2025 9:26 pm

  Sterling Falters Against Yen Amid Tariff Fears and UK Political Strife

  

  The British Pound (GBP) weakened against the Japanese Yen (JPY), with GBP/JPY slipping below 197.61, retreating from the 198.00 level. Rising safe-haven demand ahead of the July 9 U.S. tariff deadline and UK political tensions have curbed Sterling’s strength. With U.S. markets closed for Independence Day, the Yen’s gains reflect …

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