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February, 2025

• 13 February 2025 2:09 am

  BoC Meeting Minutes Reveal Canada’s Monetary Policy Challenge

  

  The Bank of Canada faces a complex challenge. Recent meeting minutes reveal that potential US tariffs are a central concern, prompting a pre-emptive rate cut to bolster economic activity. The council, including figures like Governor Tiff Macklem, are now carefully monitoring the economic landscape.Inflationary Pressures and the Risk of ContagionWhile …

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• 13 February 2025 1:21 am

  Is Bitcoin’s Rebound A Sign of Shifting Tides?

  

  Bitcoin’s recent price action has sparked considerable interest, particularly its swift recovery after an initial dip triggered by unexpectedly high U.S. inflation data. This rebound, coupled with other market dynamics, raises questions about the forces currently shaping the cryptocurrency landscape.Inflation’s Impact and the Fed’s HawkishnessThe release of stronger-than-anticipated Consumer Price …

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• 13 February 2025 12:31 am

  Gold’s Wild Week: XAU/USD recovers 0.20% after diving on hot CPI report

  

  Gold prices recovered 0.20% and are trading at $2,902 per ounce after having experienced a tumultuous week, swinging from record highs to significant losses. The precious metal’s roller-coaster ride reflects the complex interplay of economic data, Federal Reserve policy, and geopolitical risks. Gold Prices Chart – Source: TradingView Stronger-than-expected US …

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• 12 February 2025 11:14 pm

  Wall Street’s Latest Earnings Season: A Story of Two Realities

  

  US companies have delivered a robust earnings season, exceeding expectations and demonstrating significant growth. However, this positive performance has been overshadowed by broader economic concerns, leaving investors hesitant and stock prices subdued. This disconnect between strong earnings and market reaction reveals a complex interplay of factors influencing investor sentiment.Strong Earnings, …

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• 12 February 2025 10:22 pm

  Rate Cuts Sharply Dimmed Following Hot CPI Report, Powell’s Hawkish Rhetoric

  

  Expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts have taken a significant hit following the release of a hotter-than-anticipated inflation report for January and subsequent comments from Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Market predictions have undergone a dramatic shift, now suggesting a rate cut is highly unlikely before September of this year, …

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• 12 February 2025 9:35 pm

  Pound Sterling Under Pressure: US CPI Data Triggers Dollar Rally

  

  The GBP/USD fell below 1.2400 after stronger-than-expected US inflation data was released. The pair reached a low of 1.2374 as the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) exceeded 3% year-over-year for the first time since June 2024, signaling persistent price pressures. This has led investors to push back expectations for a …

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• 12 February 2025 8:26 pm

  Powell Testimony Live: Will Recent Inflation Data Impact the Fed’s Plans

  

  Jerome Powell, Chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed), testifies once again on the semiannual Monetary Policy Report, this time before the House Financial Services Committee.Key Highlights:“No changes to my commitment; I will not resign if asked by Trump.” ” The Fed’s previous policy framework did not limit our response …

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• 12 February 2025 7:18 pm

  US Consumer Price Inflation Exceeds Market Expectations

  

  US consumer price index (CPI) readings for January showed a higher-than-expected increase, driven by rising housing, food, and energy prices, as well as a sharp rise in used car prices.The monthly reading of the US CPI rose by 0.5% in January, compared to the 0.4% recorded in the previous month, …

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• 12 February 2025 5:23 pm

  Oil Prices Decline as U.S. Crude Stockpiles Rise and Powell Signals Cautious Rate Cuts

  

  Oil prices fell on Wednesday, ending a three-day winning streak, as data showed a sharp rise in U.S. crude inventories and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell indicated that interest rate cuts would not come quickly this year. As of 12:30 GMT, Brent crude declined by 77 cents, or 1%, to …

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• 12 February 2025 3:16 pm

  U.S. Futures Edge Lower Ahead of Key Inflation Report

  

  U.S. stock index futures dipped slightly on Wednesday as investors awaited a crucial consumer inflation report that could influence the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy outlook. At 05:50 ET (10:50 GMT): Dow Jones Futures fell 75 points (-0.2%) S&P 500 Futures declined 8 points (-0.1%) Nasdaq 100 Futures slipped 9 points …

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• 12 February 2025 12:56 pm

  European Stocks Rise Cautiously Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data

  

  European stock markets edged higher on Wednesday, as investors awaited the latest U.S. inflation report, which could provide insight into the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy outlook. At 03:05 ET (08:05 GMT): Germany’s DAX rose 0.2% France’s CAC 40 climbed 0.4% UK’s FTSE 100 gained 0.1% U.S. Inflation Report in Focus …

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• 12 February 2025 11:51 am

  Dollar Pauses Tariff-Driven Rally Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data

  

  The U.S. dollar retreated slightly on Wednesday as traders awaited key U.S. inflation data and updates on global trade developments. However, hawkish comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell supported the greenback against the yen by driving up U.S. Treasury yields. Dollar Strengthens Against Yen but Pulls Back Elsewhere In …

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• 12 February 2025 11:07 am

  Gold Retreats from Record Highs as Powell Signals No Rush for Rate Cuts

  

  Gold prices pulled back from record highs in Asian trading on Wednesday, pressured by rising Treasury yields after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell indicated no urgency in cutting interest rates. Investors also leaned toward the U.S. dollar ahead of key consumer price index (CPI) inflation data, which could influence the …

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