US traders are closely monitoring the Federal Reserve’s looming rate decision, despite ongoing headlines about cuts. President Trump has renewed criticism of trade imbalances, sparking market chatter about new tax cuts and oil price demands. Solid US growth between 2.5% and 3.0% supports the Greenback, but policy ambiguities weigh on …
Read More »Mark Carney Takes the Helm: Canada’s New PM Faces Trump and Global Trade Challenges
Newly-appointed Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney officially assumed office on Friday morning, suc…
Oil Gains Amidst Geopolitical Tempest and Shifting Demand Forecasts
Despite a week dominated by fluctuating geopolitical tensions and evolving economic forecasts, oil p…
Fresh Deadline Drama: Senate Poised to Avert Shutdown
Funding Bill on the Brink of PassageThe Senate is set for a pivotal test vote this afternoon on the …
PPI Shadowed: GBP/USD Wobbles Amid GDP Shock and Surging US Inflation Fears
The Pound Sterling (GBP) faced renewed pressure against the US Dollar (USD) this week, with GBP/USD …
Changpeng Zhao Denies Ties of Trump Family Ties and Binance Amid Controversy
Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the founder and former CEO of Binance, the globe’s largest cryptocurrency…
Gold Shatters $3,000 Barrier: Historic Safe-Haven Surge Amid Global Uncertainty
In a landmark moment, gold prices surged past the $3,000 per ounce threshold on Friday, marking an a…
Bristol Myers Squibb Gains Expanded EU Approval for CAR-T Therapy Breyanzi
The European Commission has granted Bristol Myers Squibb (NYSE: BMY) an expanded approval for its CA…
Forex Market Overview: Yen Weakens, Pound Slips, Dollar Recovers
The Japanese yen weakened on Friday after concluding union wage negotiations, while the British poun…
Oil Prices Rebound as Ukraine Conflict Persists, Trade War Concerns Loom
Oil prices bounced back on Friday, recovering some of the previous session’s losses, as the Uk…
Gold Prices Hold Near Record Highs Amid Trade Tensions, Rate Cut Expectations
Gold prices remained steady at all-time highs in Asian trading on Friday, driven by escalating U.S.-…
Market Analysis
January, 2025
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23 January 2025 9:20 pm
Euro Slides Amid ECB Rate Cut Expectations
The Euro continued to decline from the opening of morning trading, significantly by European interest rate expectations following increased expectations that the European Central Bank will cut interest rates at its January meeting.Statements from within the European Central Bank on Wednesday increased the likelihood of further interest rate cuts at …
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23 January 2025 8:06 pm
Canadian Goods Spending Boosted by Strong Auto Sales in Q4
According to National Bank of Canada, while November’s retail sales report was disappointing, with overall goods spending stagnating and volumes declining due to rising prices, a surge in car sales provided a significant boost to spending in the fourth quarter.Car sales are estimated to have grown by 19.1% annualized in …
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23 January 2025 7:11 pm
Could US Dollar Encounter Shifting Sands? Tariffs and the Trump Legacy
The Rise of BRICS+: A New Era of Global InfluenceThe recent expansion of BRICS, the economic bloc comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, marks a pivotal moment in the global economic order. With the addition of Indonesia as a full member and a diverse array of nations joining …
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23 January 2025 5:39 pm
Oil Prices Hold Steady Amid Uncertainty Over Trump’s Tariffs and Energy Policies
Oil prices showed little movement on Thursday, holding onto most of the losses from the previous session as uncertainty over U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs and energy policies cast a shadow over global economic growth and energy demand. By 1315 GMT, Brent crude futures edged up 18 cents to …
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23 January 2025 4:21 pm
European Markets Show Mixed Performance Amid Chinese Stimulus Hopes and Trump’s Davos Speech Anticipation
European stock markets displayed a mixed performance on Thursday, as investors weighed the impact of China’s latest economic stimulus measures and awaited a highly anticipated speech by former U.S. President Donald Trump at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. By 06:40 ET (11:40 GMT), Germany’s DAX index rose 0.3%, …
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23 January 2025 12:56 pm
European Stock Markets Mixed Amid Chinese Support and Focus on Trump’s Davos Speech
European stock markets traded with mixed results on Thursday, with investor sentiment buoyed by fresh economic support measures from China while awaiting a keynote speech from President Donald Trump at the World Economic Forum in Davos. Market Performance DAX (Germany): Rose 0.2%, hitting record highs earlier in the week. CAC …
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23 January 2025 11:41 am
Bitcoin Drops as Trump Hype Fades; Altcoins Follow Suit
Bitcoin experienced a decline on Thursday following a short-lived rally driven by expectations of crypto-friendly policies under President Donald Trump. Despite initial optimism, the cryptocurrency market faced renewed volatility, with altcoins tracking Bitcoin’s losses. Bitcoin Highlights Bitcoin Price: Fell 2.9% to $102,600.2 by 00:54 ET (05:54 GMT). Record High: Briefly …
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23 January 2025 11:08 am
Gold Holds Near Three-Month Highs as Dollar Weakens; Copper Declines on Tariff Concerns
Gold prices remained steady on Thursday, hovering near three-month highs, as the U.S. dollar softened following President Donald Trump’s cautious approach to implementing tariffs early in his second term. Gold Market Highlights Spot Gold: Unchanged at $2,755.14, near its highest level since late October. Gold Futures (Feb): Down 0.3% to …
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23 January 2025 12:24 am
Netflix Soars to New Highs on Record Subscriber Growth
Netflix shares surged to a new all-time high on Wednesday, driven by a strong fourth-quarter earnings report that significantly exceeded market expectations. The streaming giant added a record 18.9 million subscribers, boosting revenue and earnings well above analyst forecasts.This impressive performance ignited a wave of optimism among investors, leading to …
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22 January 2025 11:05 pm
Market Drivers; US Session: Trump, US Data Drive Markets
The US Dollar staged a partial recovery on Thursday, regaining some ground after a week of losses. Market participants continued to closely monitor headlines and assess the potential impact of recent policy shifts.US Dollar Index (DXY)The DXY attempted to regain strength, but a decisive move above the 108.00 level remained …
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22 January 2025 10:23 pm
Nvidia Soars, Driving Dow Jones Towards 44,200
The Dow Jones Industrial Average continued its upward trajectory on Wednesday, gaining approximately 100 points and inching closer to the 44,200 mark. This bullish momentum appears to be driven more by a lack of negative catalysts than by any significant positive drivers.The recent campaign trail filled with frequent threats of …
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22 January 2025 9:32 pm
Procter & Gamble Surpasses Expectations with Strong Q4
Procter & Gamble (P&G) reported robust second-quarter earnings and revenue, exceeding Wall Street’s expectations. The company attributed this success to improved sales performance in key markets like the United States and China.P&G’s net income for the quarter reached $4.63 billion, translating to $1.88 per share, a significant increase from the …
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