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March, 2025

• 24 March 2025 8:34 pm

  Why are financial markets on the edge ahead of PCE data

  

  Investors are gearing up for a pivotal week packed with critical economic data, Federal Reserve insights, and a flurry of earnings reports from retail and consumer giants. With consumer sentiment showing signs of strain and the Fed sticking to its current rate stance, all eyes are on whether this week’s …

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• 24 March 2025 7:08 pm

  EUR/USD retreats following Upeat Services PMI

  

  Economic Signals Send Mixed Messages Monday’s preliminary Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data for March painted a fragmented picture of global economies. In Europe, France’s PMI readings from S&P Global and Hamburg Commercial Bank (HCOB) surpassed expectations and February’s figures in both manufacturing and services, yet still signaled contraction. Germany and …

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• 24 March 2025 3:35 pm

  Oil Prices Rise Amid U.S. Sanctions on Iran and Ukraine Ceasefire Talks

  

  Oil prices edged higher on Monday, supported by fresh U.S. sanctions on Iranian crude exports, while ongoing ceasefire discussions between Russia and the U.S. over Ukraine introduced supply uncertainty in global markets. Key Price Movements: Brent crude futures: Up 36 cents (0.5%) to $72.52 per barrel. U.S. West Texas Intermediate …

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• 24 March 2025 2:45 pm

  Eurozone Business Growth Picks Up Slightly in March, Led by Manufacturing

  

  Eurozone business activity showed signs of modest recovery in March, expanding at its fastest pace in seven months, according to the latest HCOB Composite PMI data. The gradual improvement was driven by an easing in the long-running manufacturing downturn, though slower growth in the services sector acted as a drag …

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• 24 March 2025 1:26 pm

  Dollar Slips Amid Tariff Uncertainty, Euro Gains on German PMI Data

  

  The U.S. dollar edged lower on Monday, retreating from recent highs as uncertainty over President Trump’s upcoming tariff policies weighed on market sentiment. Meanwhile, the euro rebounded following solid German economic data. At 05:10 ET (09:10 GMT), the U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) traded 0.1% lower at 103.640, after reaching a …

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• 24 March 2025 12:23 pm

  Gold Prices Edge Lower as Market Reacts to Softer Trump Tariff Expectations

  

  Gold prices dipped in Asian trading on Monday, retreating further from record highs as reports indicated that U.S. President Donald Trump’s April 2 tariffs may be less severe than feared, reducing demand for safe-haven assets. However, a softer dollar helped limit gold’s losses, while broader metal prices advanced, supported by …

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• 24 March 2025 11:42 am

  Bitcoin Surges as Market Cheers Trump’s Tariff Strategy

  

  Bitcoin soared at the start of the week, rallying to $87,127.50 by 02:12 ET (06:12 GMT) on Monday, as investors welcomed reports that U.S. President Donald Trump may adopt a targeted, rather than broad, tariff approach starting April 2. Key Factors Behind Bitcoin’s Rally Targeted Tariffs Over Industry-Wide Levies A …

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• 23 March 2025 10:59 pm

  Weekly Financial Market Recap: Entangled Volatility Amid Trade Tensions and Strategic Adaptation

  

  Global financial landscape this week were shaped by a convergence of trade policy upheavals, measured responses from central banks, and supply-side pressures, resulting in a dynamic interplay of volatility and strategic adjustments. This analysis explores movements in gold, crude oil, U.S. equities, cryptocurrencies, and key currency pairs, with a focus …

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• 22 March 2025 12:40 am

  XAU/USD Dips but Shines Weekly as US Dollar Holds Firm and Geopolitical Heat Rises

  

  Gold prices dipped on Friday, with XAU/USD trading at $3,019, down 0.81%, marking a second consecutive day of retreat as traders locked in profits ahead of the weekend. Despite this pullback, the precious metal is on track to secure weekly gains, buoyed by a resilient US Dollar, with the US …

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• 21 March 2025 11:14 pm

  Volatility Persists as Dow Hovers Near 42,000 Amid Tariff Uncertainty and Quadruple Witching

  

  The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) experienced a rollercoaster session on Friday, flirting with the 42,000 mark before settling near its opening level. Investors found themselves navigating a complex landscape marked by a lack of significant economic data and mounting pressures from expiring options contracts. Adding to the uncertainty, U.S. …

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• 21 March 2025 9:57 pm

  Oil Climbs for Second Week Amid Sanctions, OPEC+ Plan to Tighten Supply

  

  Oil prices edged higher on Friday, securing a second straight week of gains as tighter supply expectations took hold, driven by fresh U.S. sanctions on Iran and OPEC+’s latest production strategy. Brent crude futures climbed 16 cents, or 0.2%, to settle at $72.16 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate …

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• 21 March 2025 9:00 pm

  Cryptocurrency Market Price Action Down: Friday, March 21, 2025

  

  On Friday, March 21, 2025, the cryptocurrency market shows cautious dynamics. Bitcoin trades around $84,117, down 2.08%, while Ethereum dips to $1,971. The total market cap hovers at $2.75 trillion to $2.86 trillion, up 0.49%, though trading volume fell 6.49% to $98.3 billion. The Fear & Greed Index at 26 …

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• 21 March 2025 8:26 pm

  U.S. Dollar Boosted by Rising Market Liquidity

  

  The U.S. dollar rose on Friday by approximately 0.31% against most major currencies, according to levels recorded by the Dollar Index which is standing at 104.114, at the time of writing. This uptick capitalized on a retreat in risk appetite across financial markets, which triggered declines in U.S. stocks and …

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