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July, 2025

  • 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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  • 4 July 2025 8:16 pm

    WTI Crude Oil Stalls Near $65 as OPEC+ and Tariff Uncertainties Loom

    West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Crude Oil prices hovered near $65.70, down 0.82%, reflecting cautious trading amid U.S. Independence Day market closures. With traders eyeing the OPEC+ meeting on July 5 and the looming July 9 U.S. tariff deadline, WTI remains locked in a tight range. Subdued demand signals and a …

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  • 4 July 2025 7:00 pm

    Gold Shines Amid Tariff Threats and U.S. Dollar Weakness

    Gold (XAU/USD) climbed above $3,330, driven by a weakening U.S. Dollar and renewed concerns over U.S. fiscal sustainability following the passage of a major tax and spending bill. With U.S. markets closed for Independence Day, tariff uncertainties and the bill’s $3.3 trillion deficit impact have bolstered gold’s safe-haven appeal. The …

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  • 4 July 2025 3:35 pm

    U.S. Dollar Edges Lower Ahead of Trade Deadline Amid Fiscal and Market Uncertainty

    The U.S. dollar saw a slight dip on Friday after a brief rally earlier in the week, with attention now shifting toward the July 9 deadline for trade deals. At 04:15 ET (08:15 GMT), the Dollar Index, which tracks the greenback against a basket of six major currencies, was down …

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  • 4 July 2025 2:51 pm

    Markets Brace for U.S. Tariff Deadline Amid Growing Optimism

    As investors turn their attention to Washington’s tariff negotiations next week, the expiration of a temporary suspension on punitive import levies looms large. With the July 9 deadline for reaching trade deals approaching, investors are keenly watching to see if trade tensions will escalate or ease. If the deadline passes …

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  • 4 July 2025 12:31 pm

    European Stocks Slip Amid Uncertainty Ahead of U.S. Trade Deadline and Ongoing Tariff Concerns

    European stocks ended the week on a negative note, slipping lower on Friday as uncertainty grew over the looming U.S. trade tariffs deadline set by President Donald Trump. With U.S. markets closed for the Independence Day holiday, trading activity was muted, and European investors remained cautious about the potential fallout …

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  • 4 July 2025 11:37 am

    Bitcoin Struggles as U.S. Trade Tariffs Loom and Rate Cut Bets Fade

    Bitcoin prices steadied on Friday after a sharp reversal of recent gains, as traders focused on the impending rollout of U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade tariffs and the ongoing uncertainty surrounding interest rate cuts. Despite the earlier optimism, the market remains cautious ahead of the U.S. Independence Day holiday and …

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  • 4 July 2025 10:59 am

    Oil Prices Decline Amid Nuclear Talks and OPEC+ Output Expectations

    Oil futures fell on Friday as market participants reacted to ongoing geopolitical developments and expectations for increased production by major oil producers. Brent crude futures were down 22 cents, or 0.32%, to $68.58 a barrel by 0445 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude fell 12 cents, or 0.18%, to …

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  • 4 July 2025 10:14 am

    Gold Prices Rise Amid Tariff Uncertainty and Fiscal Concerns

    Gold prices rose slightly in Asian trading on Friday, recovering from the previous session’s losses. The precious metal remained on track for a weekly increase, fueled by concerns over the U.S. fiscal deficit and impending decisions regarding tariff rates from Washington. Spot Gold rose 0.5% to $3,341.34 an ounce, while …

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