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May, 2025

• 2 May 2025 11:04 am

  Gold Edges Higher as Dollar Softens, but Weekly Loss Looms Amid Trade Optimism

  

  Gold prices rose modestly in Asian trading on Friday, buoyed by a slight pullback in the U.S. dollar ahead of key labor market data, although the metal remained on track for a weekly loss amid signs of easing trade tensions between the U.S. and China. As of 01:53 ET (06:53 …

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• 2 May 2025 10:04 am

  Dollar Rallies as Trade Optimism Grows, Yen Weakens on BOJ Outlook, Focus Shifts to U.S. Jobs Data

  

  The U.S. dollar extended its recovery on Thursday, posting broad gains as optimism grew over potential tariff agreements between Washington and several of its key trading partners. While trading volumes were thinner due to the May Day holiday across many global markets, the greenback saw renewed technical buying after being …

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• 2 May 2025 9:31 am

  Oil Prices Edge Higher on China Trade Talk Hopes, But Weekly Losses Loom Amid Demand Concerns

  

  Oil prices gained ground in Asian trading on Friday as signs of a potential thaw in U.S.-China trade tensions revived some optimism in the energy markets. China’s Commerce Ministry said it was open to engaging in trade discussions with the United States, helping crude rebound from recent losses. At 02:11 …

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• 2 May 2025 2:42 am

  Euro Slides Under Dollar Pressure as Trade Hopes and Inflation Data Collide

  

  The Euro is under siege, tumbling against a resurgent US Dollar as markets navigate trade war developments and mixed economic signals. On Thursday, May 2, 2025, the EUR/USD pair dipped to 1.1290, extending its decline amid thin European liquidity due to Labor Day closures. With the Dollar buoyed by trade …

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• 2 May 2025 1:18 am

  Gold Plummets as China’s Pre-Holiday Selloff Shakes Global Markets

  

  A massive selloff in China ahead of the May 1, 2025, Labour Day holiday sent gold prices crashing to a two-week low, highlighting the nation’s dominant role in the global market. Spot gold (XAU/USD) dropped to $3,238.29 per ounce as of May 2, 2025, down from recent peaks above $3,500. …

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• 1 May 2025 11:19 pm

  NFP Preview: Jobs Data to Weather Tariff Storm, Dollar Set to Shine

  

  The U.S. Non-Farm Payroll (NFP) report, due May 2, 2025, will gauge the labor market’s strength as Trump’s tariffs—145% on Chinese imports and levies on Canada and Mexico—threaten economic stability. Despite rising jobless claims, the jobs picture may hold steady, boosting the dollar. This article unpacks NFP expectations, grounds the …

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• 1 May 2025 10:25 pm

  Pound Under Pressure: Why the Dollar Holds the Edge Below 1.3300

  

  The GBP/USD pair dipped to 1.3295 on May 1, 2025, down 0.25%, as shifting risk sentiment and divergent monetary policies weigh on the pound. With UK manufacturing faltering and U.S. tariff policies stoking inflationary fears, the dollar is gaining traction. This article dissects the fundamental drivers behind the pair’s decline, …

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• 1 May 2025 9:35 pm

  Amazon’s Cloud and Ad Surge Powers Q1 Triumph Amid Tariff Tensions

  

  Amazon’s first-quarter earnings for 2025, released on May 1, delivered a robust performance, driven by its cloud and advertising units, despite looming tariff threats from President Donald Trump. The company’s ability to exceed expectations underscores its resilience, but cautious guidance signals challenges ahead. Strategic investments in AI and infrastructure are …

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• 1 May 2025 8:07 pm

  Euro Stalls Near 1.1300: Fundamentals Fuel Bullish Resilience

  

  The EUR/USD pair is consolidating around 1.1300 as of May 1, 2025, reflecting a pause in its recent ascent. Despite short-term technical hesitation, the euro’s bullish trend remains robust, driven by diverging economic and policy developments in the Eurozone and the United States. This article analyzes the fundamental factors shaping …

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• 1 May 2025 7:11 pm

  Big Tech Defies Tariff Pressures: Meta and Microsoft Shine

  

  The Trump administration’s sweeping tariffs have cast a shadow over global markets, yet Meta and Microsoft are proving resilient, delivering stellar earnings that signal robust demand for AI-driven growth. As economic uncertainty looms, these tech giants are navigating challenges with agility, leveraging innovation to outpace tariff-related headwinds. This article unpacks …

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• 1 May 2025 6:28 pm

  U.S. Jobless Claims Jump to Two-Month High Amid Signs of Labor Market Softening

  

  The number of Americans filing for new unemployment benefits rose sharply last week, reaching a two-month high, according to Labor Department data released Thursday. However, the surge is largely attributed to seasonal factors, particularly school spring breaks in New York state, and may not yet signal a broader deterioration in …

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• 1 May 2025 2:19 pm

  Bank of Japan Holds Rates Steady, Slashes Growth Outlook on U.S. Tariff Concerns

  

  The Bank of Japan (BOJ) left interest rates unchanged on Thursday, as expected, but issued a notably more cautious economic outlook for 2025 due to growing global trade risks, particularly from U.S. tariff policies. At the conclusion of its two-day policy meeting, the BOJ maintained its short-term benchmark interest rate …

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• 1 May 2025 12:55 pm

  Oil Prices Steady After Sharp Drop as Market Eyes Saudi Output and U.S. Recession Risk

  

  Oil prices held steady on Thursday following a steep decline, as investors weighed Saudi Arabia’s willingness to tolerate lower prices, a potential increase in OPEC+ production, and weak U.S. economic data pointing to recession risks. Brent crude futures slipped 6 cents, or 0.1%, to $61.00 a barrel by 07:30 GMT. …

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