The US Dollar Index (DXY) is holding its ground near the 103 mark in Wednesday’s trading session, attempting to recover from a recent dip below 102.00 sparked by dovish Federal Reserve commentary. A modest bounce followed the release of the Fed’s March meeting minutes, which revealed policymakers grappling with “difficult …
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EUR/USD Retreats as ECB Signals Policy Pause
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Oil Prices Slip as U.S. Fuel Stockpiles Rise, Saudi Price Cuts Add Pressure
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The Euro’s Moment? Weak US Data and ECB Action Set the Stage
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Post ADP Data: USD/JPY Decline Highlights Yen’s Strength, Economic Shifts
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Uncertainty Fuels Gold’s Surge as US Data Signals Slowdown
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Market Analysis
April, 2025
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9 April 2025 10:34 pm
Is the US Considering to Delist Chinese Stocks Amid Tariff Wars?
. The intensifying trade war between the United States and China has reached a critical juncture, with the U.S. Treasury Secretary announcing that “everything is on the table,” including the potential removal of Chinese companies from American stock exchanges. This bold consideration comes as both nations ramp up economic defenses, …
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9 April 2025 10:22 pm
FOMC Minutes Signal Tough Road Ahead: Higher Inflation, Slower Growth on the Horizon
The U.S. economy may be bracing for a challenging period, with the Federal Reserve’s latest meeting minutes revealing growing concerns about rising inflation and sluggish growth. Held in March 2025, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting painted a cautious picture, as policymakers grappled with an uncertain economic outlook and …
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9 April 2025 9:49 pm
Trump’s Tariff Tug of War: China Faces 125% Hike as Others Get 90-Day Reprieve
In a bold move shaking global trade, the U.S. president has announced a dramatic escalation in tariffs on Chinese imports, raising them to a staggering 125% effective immediately. This decision comes alongside a temporary 90-day pause on other tariff plans, offering a brief respite for trading partners outside China. The …
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9 April 2025 9:38 pm
Bitcoin Roars Back Above $80K After Black Monday Scare
Bitcoin has stormed past the $80,000 mark, shrugging off a nerve-rattling dip below $75,000 during the chaos of Black Monday. The swift recovery has ignited fresh optimism across the crypto market, with investors riding a wave of renewed confidence. Fueled by expectations of favorable monetary policy shifts and a surge …
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9 April 2025 8:27 pm
FOMC Minutes Set to Shed Light on Rates and Tariffs
The financial world is buzzing with anticipation as the minutes from the Federal Reserve’s March 18-19 monetary policy meeting are slated for release this Wednesday at 6:00 PM GMT. At that gathering, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) opted to keep the federal funds rate steady at 4.25%-4.50%, signaling a …
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9 April 2025 7:37 pm
Why Have Fitch and Goldman Sachs Sounded the Alarm on U.S. Tariff Risks in 2025?
The escalating trade tensions between the United States and China have sparked serious concerns from leading financial institutions, with Fitch Ratings and Goldman Sachs issuing stark warnings about the potential economic fallout from new U.S. tariffs. As the world’s two largest economies lock horns over trade policies, these institutions highlight …
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9 April 2025 4:19 pm
China Hits Back with 50% Tariff Hike on U.S. Imports as Trade War Escalates
China announced on Wednesday that it will impose an additional 50% tariff on a wide range of U.S. imports, significantly escalating the ongoing trade conflict with the United States. The move comes in direct response to President Donald Trump’s latest tariff increase, which raised total U.S. duties on Chinese goods …
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9 April 2025 3:07 pm
Gold Jumps as Trump Tariffs Spark Safe-Haven Rush, Dollar Sinks to 6-Month Low
Gold prices surged in Asian trading on Wednesday, regaining ground above the $3,000 mark as investors flocked to safe-haven assets after U.S. President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on China took effect. A weakening U.S. dollar further boosted demand for the yellow metal. As of 02:35 ET (06:35 GMT): Spot Gold …
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9 April 2025 11:48 am
Oil Prices Slide to Lowest Since February 2021 Amid Trade War and Supply Concerns
Oil prices extended their losing streak to a fifth straight session on Wednesday, dropping to levels not seen since February 2021, as an escalating tariff war between the United States and China stoked fears of weakening global demand. At the same time, expectations of rising supply added further pressure to …
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9 April 2025 10:23 am
Bitcoin Slumps as Trump Tariffs Take Effect and Major Holder Reveals $5.9B Loss
Bitcoin tumbled sharply on Wednesday, erasing much of its recent rebound as U.S. President Donald Trump’s steep trade tariffs officially took effect, triggering a broad selloff across global markets and fueling fears of a full-scale trade war. Adding to the pressure was a troubling disclosure from Strategy (NASDAQ:MSTR)—the largest publicly …
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9 April 2025 2:25 am
Bitcoin and Cryptos Slide Amid Tariff Concerns and Market Uncertainty
Bitcoin experienced a notable decline in trading on Tuesday, retreating from its morning highs as investors grappled with uncertainties surrounding the Trump administration’s trade policies. The world’s leading cryptocurrency by market capitalization fell to a daily low of approximately $77,000, down from earlier levels near $80,000. This drop reflects broader …
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9 April 2025 1:27 am
Trade Wars and Fed Dilemmas: A Brewing Economic Tempest
Wall Street is gripped by unease as fears of a looming recession intensify, driven by steep tariffs from the U.S. president that have rattled the global economy and raised questions about the Federal Reserve’s independence. Economic outlooks have darkened, with forecasts pivoting from a hopeful 1.3% GDP growth to a …
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