European stock markets closed higher on Thursday, July 24, 2025, buoyed by the European Central Bank’s (ECB) decision to maintain interest rates and growing optimism over a potential US-EU trade deal that could ease punitive tariffs, particularly on steel. The pan-European STOXX 600 index gained 0.24%, marking its second consecutive …
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Market Analysis
July, 2025
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24 July 2025 10:38 pm
Gold and Silver Stumble as Robust US Jobs Data Offset Trade and Fed Uncertainty
Gold prices took a hit on Thursday, July 24, 2025, sliding over 0.50% during the North American session as strong US labor market data overshadowed weakening manufacturing activity and lingering trade concerns. Trading at $3,373 after peaking at $3,393, the XAU/USD pair reflected a tug-of-war between bullish safe-haven demand and …
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24 July 2025 9:36 pm
US Dollar Holds Ground as Trade Deals and Trump’s Fed Visit Stir Market Dynamics
On Thursday, July 24, 2025, the US Dollar found its footing after a turbulent midweek drop, bolstered by renewed optimism in global trade and heightened anticipation surrounding US President Donald Trump’s visit to the Federal Reserve. The US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the Greenback against a basket of six …
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24 July 2025 8:24 pm
ECB Rate Decision Bolsters Euro Amid Trade Optimism
The European Central Bank (ECB) has solidified expectations of a pause in interest rate cuts until at least year-end, boosting the euro and bond yields on Thursday, July 24, 2025. After maintaining rates at 2% following eight reductions over the past year, ECB President Christine Lagarde delivered an optimistic economic …
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24 July 2025 7:24 pm
Canadian Dollar Dips as Retail Sales Falter and US Economic Signals Send Mixed Messages
The Canadian Dollar (CAD) weakened against the US Dollar (USD) on Thursday, July 24, 2025, ending a four-day decline as the USD/CAD pair steadied above the 1.3600 mark. This shift was driven by disappointing Canadian retail figures and a mixed bag of US economic data, which bolstered the US Dollar …
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24 July 2025 4:34 pm
ECB Holds Rates Steady While Awaiting Clarity on U.S. Tariffs
The European Central Bank (ECB) decided to keep interest rates on hold on Thursday, pausing after seven consecutive cuts. Policymakers are taking a cautious stance as they await more clarity on the ongoing trade negotiations between the European Union (EU) and the United States, especially as the August 1 tariff …
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24 July 2025 3:34 pm
Oil Prices Rise Amid Trade Optimism and U.S. Crude Inventory Drawdown
Oil prices rose more than 1% on Thursday, buoyed by optimism surrounding U.S. trade negotiations and a larger-than-expected decline in U.S. crude inventories. As of 0934 GMT, Brent crude futures gained 79 cents, or 1.15%, reaching $69.30 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures climbed 83 cents, …
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24 July 2025 1:56 pm
UK Economy Shows Early Signs of Stagnation in Q3 2025: PMI Data Signals Challenges Ahead
Composite PMI Falls Below Expectations Amid Trade, Tax, and Wage Pressures The UK economy is facing early signs of stagnation as July’s flash Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data revealed a decline in business activity at the start of the third quarter of 2025. The composite PMI dropped to 51.0 in …
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24 July 2025 12:30 pm
German Business Activity Shows Marginal Growth Amid Slower Pace in July
Manufacturing and Services Performances Diverge as Economic Outlook Remains Mixed Germany’s business activity continued to show marginal growth in July, though at a slightly slower pace compared to June, according to the latest HCOB German flash composite Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI). The index, compiled by S&P Global, dropped to 50.3 …
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24 July 2025 11:59 am
France’s Private Sector Activity Contracts for 11th Consecutive Month Amid Political Uncertainty
July Data Shows Limited Growth in France’s Private Sector, Reflecting Weak Demand and Business Confidence France’s private sector activity continued to contract in July, marking the 11th consecutive month of shrinkage, according to the latest S&P Global data. This prolonged downturn highlights the persistent challenges facing the eurozone’s second-largest economy, …
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24 July 2025 11:15 am
Gold Prices Fall as U.S.-Japan Trade Deal and Tech Earnings Boost Risk Appetite
Gold prices dipped on Thursday, continuing a downward trend following recent highs, as a U.S.-Japan trade deal and strong earnings from tech companies boosted risk appetite, reducing demand for safe-haven assets like gold. Market Overview: Spot gold dropped 0.3% to $3,378.93 an ounce. Gold futures fell 0.4% to $3,384.60/oz. Despite …
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24 July 2025 10:18 am
Oil Prices Edge Higher Amid U.S. Crude Stock Decline and Trade Deal Optimism
Oil prices inched higher during Asian trading on Thursday, with data showing a significant drop in U.S. crude stockpiles providing some support, although concerns over U.S. tariffs and trade negotiations ahead of President Donald Trump’s deadline kept investors cautious. Market Overview: Brent Oil Futures for September rose 0.3% to $68.69 …
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24 July 2025 2:37 am
Cryptocurrency Market Update and Key Developments
The cryptocurrency market experienced varied performance on July 23, 2025, with most major assets recording declines. Below is a snapshot of the prices and their daily percentage changes:Bitcoin (BTC): $117,706.94, down 1.42%Ethereum (ETH): $3,551.29, down 4.13%Ripple (XRP): $3.1106, down 12.35%Tether (USDT): $1.0003, up 0.01%Binance Coin (BNB): $760.57, down 2.69%Solana (SOL): …
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