Market Analysis

September, 2025

  • 11 September 2025 8:32 pm

    WTI Crude Oil Drops as IEA, OPEC Issue Warnings About Oversupply

    WTI erases early-week gains as it drops over 2% to trade at $62.20. In August, OPEC+ production increased by 509,000 barrels per day, reaching 42.4 million barrels per day. The IEA lowers its demand prediction to 740,000 bpd and warns of a 2.5 million bpd global surplus in H2 2025.As …

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  • 11 September 2025 7:38 pm

    Why Has Gold’s Rally Stalled Despite Weaker USD?

    Gold’s recent surge to a new record high has stalled, but the precious metal remains poised for further gains. Despite mixed US inflation data, the overall economic picture points to an increasingly clear path for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. This has solidified the market’s belief that policy easing is …

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  • 11 September 2025 5:43 pm

    ECB Holds Rates Steady, Leaves Path for Possible Future Cut Open

    The European Central Bank (ECB) kept interest rates unchanged on Thursday, as expected, while offering little guidance on its next steps. Policymakers signaled caution as inflation projections dipped below target for next year, keeping alive market speculation of a final “insurance” cut later in 2025. Rates on Hold, Outlook Cautious …

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  • 11 September 2025 4:38 pm

    U.S. Inflation Rises in August, Keeping Fed Rate Cut in Focus

    U.S. headline consumer price growth accelerated in August, but the increase was largely in line with expectations, reinforcing market conviction that the Federal Reserve will move ahead with an interest rate cut at its upcoming policy meeting. Headline CPI Annual CPI: 2.9% (vs. 2.7% in July, matching forecasts) Monthly CPI: …

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  • 11 September 2025 2:52 pm

    U.S. Stock Futures Edge Higher Ahead of Key CPI Report

    U.S. stock index futures traded slightly higher on Thursday as investors awaited the release of the latest consumer price index (CPI), a crucial report that could help define the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision next week. Futures Snapshot At 05:15 ET (09:15 GMT): Dow Jones Futures: +38 points, or +0.1% …

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  • 11 September 2025 12:21 pm

    Gold Holds Near Record Highs as Traders Await Key U.S. Inflation Data

    Gold prices edged lower in Asian trading on Thursday, with investors adopting a cautious stance ahead of pivotal U.S. inflation figures that could define the Federal Reserve’s policy direction. Despite the dip, bullion remained close to record highs as firm bets on a September rate cut and concerns over Fed …

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  • 11 September 2025 11:41 am

    European Stocks Edge Higher Ahead of ECB Decision and U.S. Inflation Data

    European equities traded cautiously higher on Thursday, as investors balanced political and economic risks in the region with anticipation of key central bank decisions and upcoming U.S. inflation data. At 03:05 ET (07:05 GMT), Germany’s DAX rose 0.1%, France’s CAC 40 gained 0.3%, and the U.K.’s FTSE 100 added 0.3%. …

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  • 11 September 2025 10:08 am

    Oil Prices Steady as Supply Risks Balance Oversupply Concerns

    Oil prices steadied in Asian trading on Thursday, holding near recent highs after a volatile week marked by heightened geopolitical tensions in Russia and the Middle East, offset by worries of oversupply following an unexpected rise in U.S. crude inventories. Brent oil futures for November traded at $67.49 per barrel, …

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  • 11 September 2025 2:43 am

    Why Has BNB Just Hit a Fresh All-Time High?

    The BNB token has surged to a new record of $907 after Binance, the world’s largest crypto exchange, announced a landmark partnership with asset manager Franklin Templeton. This collaboration marks a significant step toward bridging the gap between traditional finance and the crypto world.The two giants will work together to …

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  • 11 September 2025 1:34 am

    Stephen Miran’s Nomination Explained: Can a Presidential Pick Stay Independent at the Fed?

    The US Senate Banking Committee just advanced President Trump’s pick for the Federal Reserve, Stephen Miran, despite serious concerns about his political independence. The 13-11 vote moves Miran one step closer to joining the central bank in time for a key interest rate decision, but his unique arrangement with the …

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  • 11 September 2025 1:05 am

    What’s Really Driving the US Stock Market to Fresh Record Highs?

    The stock market closed with mixed results, yet the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite both hit new record closing highs. This seemingly contradictory performance highlights a market pulled in two different directions: the broader enthusiasm for artificial intelligence and a significant, fundamental shift in economic data. Despite a drag from …

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  • 11 September 2025 12:08 am

    Market Drivers – US Session: After PPI Reading, US CPI Takes Center Stage, ECB “On Hold”

    US Producer Price Index (PPI) inflation came in below expectations, bolstering bets of interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve (Fed) next week. The US Dollar (USD) is on the back foot, weakened by mounting market expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates again next week. This sentiment …

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  • 10 September 2025 11:14 pm

    Bearish EIA Surge Ignored: Can Global Tensions Propel Oil Prices Higher?

    The price of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil is on the rise, extending its winning streak despite recent data that should have sent prices tumbling. The latest US Energy Information Administration (EIA) report showed an unexpected surge in crude stocks, a clear sign that supply is outpacing demand. Yet, …

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