Market Analysis

October, 2025

  • 1 October 2025 1:23 pm

    Spain Manufacturing Growth Slows to Three-Month Low in September

    Spain’s manufacturing sector expanded at a softer pace in September, with growth easing to its weakest level in three months, the latest HCOB Spain Manufacturing PMI survey showed. The seasonally adjusted PMI slipped to 51.5 in September from 54.3 in August, marking the slowest growth since June. Still, the index …

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  • 1 October 2025 12:48 pm

    France Manufacturing PMI Falls Back Into Contraction in September

    France’s manufacturing sector slipped back into contraction territory in September as both output and new orders fell sharply, according to data released Wednesday. The HCOB France Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), compiled by S&P Global, dropped to 48.2 from 50.4 in August. The figure was marginally above the flash estimate …

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  • 1 October 2025 12:31 pm

    German Manufacturing PMI Slips in September, Orders Weigh on Recovery

    Germany’s manufacturing sector lost momentum in September, as new orders declined despite stronger production growth, according to the latest business survey. The HCOB final Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), compiled by S&P Global, edged down to 49.5 from August’s 38-month high of 49.8. The reading kept the index just below …

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  • 1 October 2025 12:09 pm

    Gold Hits Record High as U.S. Government Shutdown Sparks Safe-Haven Rush

    Gold prices surged to fresh records in Asian trade on Wednesday after the U.S. government officially entered a shutdown, fueling haven demand and weighing on the dollar. Spot gold touched an all-time high of $3,875.53 an ounce, before easing slightly to $3,862.22 by 00:22 ET (04:22 GMT). Gold futures for …

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  • 1 October 2025 11:14 am

    Japan’s Manufacturing Sector Contracts at Fastest Pace in Six Months

    Japan’s factory activity contracted at the steepest pace since March, as weak overseas demand and U.S. tariffs weighed heavily on output and orders, a private survey showed on Wednesday. The S&P Global Japan Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) dropped to 48.5 in September, down from 49.7 in August and marking …

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  • 1 October 2025 2:36 am

    Bitcoin Holds Steady Near September Highs Amid Strong ETF Flows

    Bitcoin (BTC) is trading at $114,302, remaining stable near its highest point since September at $114,842. Investors are watching the $115,000 level closely, as a breakthrough could signal renewed bullish momentum.The cryptocurrency has seen notable institutional interest, with ETFs recording significant inflows in recent days. On the last day of …

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  • 1 October 2025 1:26 am

    Safe-Haven Yen Rises as USD/JPY Slides Amid US Shutdown Concerns

    The Japanese Yen maintained its safe-haven appeal on Tuesday, nudging USD/JPY slightly lower for a third consecutive session as worries over a potential US government shutdown weighed on the Greenback. At the time of writing, the pair is trading near 147.769, down just 0.03% from the previous close of 147.807.Investors …

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  • 1 October 2025 12:21 am

    Wall Street Dips as September Rally Fades”

    On September 30, 2025, U.S. stock markets experienced a modest pullback, influenced by investor concerns over a potential government shutdown. The S&P 500 declined by 0.13%, closing at 4,325, while the Nasdaq Composite fell 0.26%, ending at 13,456. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 0.3%, settling at 34,678 .Despite this …

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September, 2025

  • 30 September 2025 11:17 pm

    Oil Prices Edge Lower Amid Rising Supply Concerns

    Crude oil prices dipped on September 30, 2025, as markets weighed a mix of rising supply and subdued demand. Brent crude traded at $66.13 per barrel, down 0.94% from the previous close of $66.76, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) also fell, reflecting investor caution amid market uncertainty.Supply-side pressures continue to …

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  • 30 September 2025 10:34 pm

    Gold Price Extends Rally Past $3,850 Amid Shutdown Crisis, Geopolitical Fog

    Gold prices showed remarkable resilience on Tuesday, extending their climb to trade around $3,851.665 per ounce at the time of writing. The yellow metal trimmed earlier intraday losses, successfully recovering from a dip that tested support at $3,793.175 after briefly touching a fresh all-time high of $3,871.890. This significant rebound …

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  • 30 September 2025 9:54 pm

    Upcoming U.S. Government Shutdown: Historical Context and Market Implications

    The administration of President Donald Trump is preparing for a potential U.S. government shutdown starting at midnight due to a dispute over federal funding. This shutdown would be the first since 2018, raising concerns among financial markets, as it threatens to delay the release of crucial economic data and create …

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  • 30 September 2025 9:03 pm

    Reading Between the Lines: August JOLTS, Dollar Weakness Reveal Hidden Stagnation in the U.S. Economy

    Tuesday’s JOLTS report for August 2025 shows a subtle but important shift in the U.S. labor market. Job openings increased slightly to 7.227 million, up from 7.208 million in July, exceeding market expectations of 7.2 million. Despite this modest uptick, hiring remains subdued at 3.2%, voluntary quits dipped to 1.9%, …

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  • 30 September 2025 8:01 pm

    Silver Pulls Back from Recent Peaks as Volatility Persists

    Silver prices experienced a notable pullback on Monday, dipping to around $46.53 per ounce after briefly climbing above $47 earlier in the session. This retreat marks a 0.84 percent decline from the previous close, reflecting a volatile trading day where the metal fluctuated between lows near $45.82 and highs up …

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