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February, 2025

• 26 February 2025 11:36 pm

  Trump Tightens Trade Restrictions: A Game-Changer for Global Markets

  Since the start of the new week’s trading in financial markets, new trade measures and statements by President Donald Trump have taken center stage. Key among these was Trump’s announcement that he is moving forward with previously delayed tariff decisions.Trump’s administration revealed plans to impose more restrictions on the semiconductor …

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• 26 February 2025 10:45 pm

  BoE’s Dhingra: Global Trade Shocks Exceed Monetary Policy Limits, Independent Central Banks Remain Vital

  

  Bank of England (BoE) Monetary Policy Committee member Swati Dhingra has articulated a critical perspective on the limitations of monetary policy in the face of escalating global trade disruptions. Her analysis emphasizes that central banks, while essential, cannot solely address the inflationary pressures stemming from systemic price shocks within key …

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• 26 February 2025 9:18 pm

  Tech stocks rebound ahead of Nvidia’s earnings

  

  The “Magnificent Seven” group of major technology stocks experienced a period of volatility, with a slight rebound on Wednesday following a dip into correction territory on Tuesday. This fluctuation reflects growing market anxieties surrounding the tech sector, particularly concerns about slowing earnings growth and the evolving economic landscape of artificial …

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• 26 February 2025 8:51 pm

  GBP/USD Climbs to 10-Week High Amidst Optimistic Market Conditions

  

  The GBP/USD exchange rate has surged to a fresh 10-week high, nearing the pivotal 1.2700 level, fueled by a prevailing sense of market optimism and a notable absence of disruptive negative news. This upward trajectory reflects a growing confidence in the Pound Sterling, underpinned by perceived stability within the UK’s …

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• 26 February 2025 7:35 pm

  Rate Cut Speculation vs. Yield Surge: EUR/USD in Turmoil

  

  EU R/USD is under pressure, trading below 1.0500, as the US Dollar strengthens alongside rising US Treasury yields. This movement follows the US House of Representatives’ approval of a $4.5 trillion tax cut plan on Tuesday.Market focus now shifts to key economic data releases: the preliminary German Harmonized Index of …

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• 26 February 2025 4:21 pm

  U.S. Stock Futures Rise Ahead of Nvidia Earnings, AI and Economic Concerns in Focus

  

  U.S. stock futures edged higher on Wednesday as investors prepared for the highly anticipated fourth-quarter earnings report from Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA), a key player in the artificial intelligence boom. Market Overview As of 06:37 ET (11:37 GMT), the Dow Jones Industrial Average futures gained 134 points (0.3%), S&P 500 futures …

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• 26 February 2025 4:19 pm

  Gold Prices Steady Amid Safe-Haven Demand, Copper Rises on Chile Supply Concerns

  

  Gold prices remained stable in Asian trading on Wednesday, holding near recent record highs as safe-haven demand persisted despite some profit-taking. Meanwhile, copper prices surged due to a major power outage in Chile, which raised concerns over supply disruptions. Gold Market Overview Spot gold traded at $2,916.06 per ounce, while …

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• 26 February 2025 4:18 pm

  Oil Prices Hover Near Two-Month Lows Amid Russia-Ukraine Peace Prospects

  

  Oil prices remained under pressure on Wednesday, trading near two-month lows as growing optimism over a potential peace deal between Russia and Ukraine weighed on the market. However, a decline in U.S. crude stockpiles provided some support, limiting further losses. Market Performance By 11:42 GMT, Brent crude edged lower by …

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• 26 February 2025 11:59 am

  Bitcoin Hits Three-Month Low Amid Tariff Concerns and ETF Outflows

  

  Bitcoin extended its losing streak into a fourth straight session on Wednesday, falling 3.6% to $88,706.9 and briefly touching $86,000, its lowest level in three months. The cryptocurrency market remains under pressure due to: U.S. trade tariff concerns, sparked by former President Donald Trump’s tariff threats on Canada, Mexico, and …

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• 26 February 2025 1:35 am

  Trump widens scope of tariffs, but pushes back timeline

  

  US President Donald Trump hit markets with fresh tariff headlines on Wednesday, re-reiterating his insistence on 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, as well as adding the European Union to the mixed bad of countries that he will penalize US consumers for importing from.Despite a fresh doubling down on his …

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• 25 February 2025 11:49 pm

  Dollar Wobbles as Trade Tensions and Economic Worries Mount

  

  The US dollar is facing mounting pressure, with the US Dollar Index (DXY) retreating to around 106.30. This decline reflects a confluence of factors, including escalating trade tensions, particularly with China, and growing concerns about the health of the US economy. The Trump administration’s recent signals of potentially tighter tariffs …

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• 25 February 2025 10:36 pm

  Saudi Arabia Goes Green in Euros

  

  Saudi Arabia is on track to sell a €1.5 billion ($1.58 billion) debut green euro bond after drawing in €7.25 billion of investors bids as it seeks to fund its ambitious economic-transformation plan.The pricing level for the seven-year green note has been tightened by 40 basis points compared to initial …

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• 25 February 2025 10:00 pm

  Bessent: I aim to reduce spending and ease monetary policy at the same time

  

  US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reiterated some of President Donald Trump’s policy goals during a hosted event in Australia on Tuesday. Treasury Secretary Bessent reiterated that tariffs remain a key funding source for the Trump administration’s plans moving forward, and that Bessent fully believes that the Trump administration will find …

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