Gold has staged a remarkable comeback, surging to a two-month high near $3,450 as it capitalizes on a softer US Dollar and growing expectations of Federal Reserve policy easing. Despite robust US economic data, the precious metal has found strong demand, fueled by safe-haven flows and persistent geopolitical and monetary …
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After a turbulent week marked by financial sector jitters and political uncertainty, the Dow Jones I…
Gold Retreats from Record High as Trump Softens Stance on China
Gold’s meteoric rise hit a speed bump on Friday, slipping 2% from its all-time high after U.S. Presi…
Washington Stalemate Deepens: U.S. Government Shutdown Hits 17 Days With No End in Sight
The United States government shutdown entered its 17th day on Friday, making it the third-longest in…
Euro Holds Firm as France Restores Political Calm, While UK Faces Fiscal Strain
The euro remained stable on Friday, supported by renewed political calm in France after recent tensi…
Bitcoin’s October Slump Fuels Hope for a Major Comeback
Bitcoin’s price dropped again in October, stirring memories of past downturns that often came just b…
Washington Moves to Ease Capital Rules for Small Banks in Bid to Boost Lending
U.S. regulators are preparing a proposal aimed at giving community banks more room to lend by easing…
Swiss Franc Rises as Global Trade Worries and Rate Cut Bets Pressure the US Dollar
Trade Tensions and Rate Cut Bets Push the Dollar DownThe US Dollar is facing significant downward pr…
U.S. Futures Extend Losses as Regional Bank Worries and Geopolitical Tensions Weigh
U.S. stock index futures slipped further on Friday, extending the previous session’s selloff as rene…
Oil Prices Slip as Trump–Putin Peace Talks Ease Supply Fears
Crude on Track for 3% Weekly LossOil prices extended their decline on Friday, heading toward a weekl…
Bank of Japan Signals Continued Tightening Path Amid Global Uncertainty
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) reaffirmed its cautious yet tightening stance on Friday, as Deputy Governor …
Market Analysis
August, 2025
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29 August 2025 9:32 pm
Gold Shines Bright at Two-Month High Amid Fed Uncertainty and Dollar Weakness
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29 August 2025 8:15 pm
Swiss Franc Surges as US Dollar Falters Despite Robust Economic Data
The Swiss Franc is riding a wave of strength, climbing for the fourth consecutive day and pushing the USD/CHF pair to a fresh one-month low near the critical 0.8000 mark. Despite resilient US economic data signaling strong consumer spending and persistent inflation, the US Dollar struggles to find its footing, …
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29 August 2025 7:23 pm
ECB Faces Pivotal Moment: Will Rate Cuts Spark Opportunity or Uncertainty?
The European Central Bank (ECB) stands at a critical crossroads in 2025, as disinflationary trends in Germany and the broader eurozone fuel speculation about potential rate cuts. With inflation stabilizing at the ECB’s 2% target, the central bank has held steady, maintaining key rates at 2.00% for the deposit facility …
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29 August 2025 5:21 pm
U.S. PCE Inflation Holds Steady in July, Core Gauge Edges Higher
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) reported Friday that annual inflation, measured by the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index, remained at 2.6% in July, in line with market expectations. Core PCE Inflation Core PCE, which strips out volatile food and energy prices, rose to 2.9%, slightly higher than …
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29 August 2025 3:07 pm
U.S. Stock Futures Retreat Ahead of PCE Inflation Data
U.S. stock index futures slipped on Friday evening, retreating from recent record highs as investors awaited key inflation data for more clarity on the Federal Reserve’s interest rate plans. Dow Jones Futures: -155 points (-0.3%) S&P 500 Futures: -18 points (-0.3%) Nasdaq 100 Futures: -108 points (-0.5%) August monthly gains …
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29 August 2025 1:35 pm
Gold and Metals Rise Amid Growing Fed Rate Cut Bets
Gold prices eased slightly on Friday but remained on track for strong gains in August, driven by growing expectations of a September rate cut by the Federal Reserve. Spot gold: $3,409.89/oz (-0.2%) Gold futures (October): $3,469.92/oz (-0.1%) August performance: Up 3.7%, approaching April record highs Drivers of gold strength: Dollar …
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29 August 2025 12:38 pm
Gold and Metals Rise Amid Growing Fed Rate Cut Bets
Gold prices eased slightly on Friday but remained on track for strong gains in August, driven by growing expectations of a September rate cut by the Federal Reserve. Spot gold: $3,409.89/oz (-0.2%) Gold futures (October): $3,469.92/oz (-0.1%) August performance: Up 3.7%, approaching April record highs Drivers of gold strength: Dollar …
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29 August 2025 11:31 am
German Retail Sales Disappoint, Weakening Q3 Consumption Outlook
German retail sales plunged 1.5% in July compared with the previous month, far below the 0.4% decline expected, signaling a slowdown in domestic consumption and clouding the outlook for third-quarter growth. Germany’s economy contracted 0.3% in Q2, further dimming hopes for a sustained recovery in Europe’s largest economy. Analysts note …
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29 August 2025 10:32 am
Dollar Weakens Amid Fed Rate-Cut Bets and Political Uncertainty
The U.S. dollar wavered on Friday, heading for a 2% decline in August against major currencies, as markets weighed rising expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut next month against concerns over the central bank’s independence. President Donald Trump’s attempts to influence monetary policy, including firing Fed Governor Lisa …
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29 August 2025 10:07 am
Oil Prices Slip as Geopolitical Risks and Tariffs Cloud Outlook
Oil prices fell in Asian trading on Friday, reversing some of Thursday’s gains, amid fading hopes for a Russia-Ukraine peace deal and renewed focus on U.S. tariffs on India. Brent October futures dropped 0.8% to $68.10/barrel. WTI crude futures fell 0.7% to $64.14/barrel. Both contracts are on track for monthly …
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29 August 2025 2:50 am
Q2 Earnings Season Wraps Up with Mixed Results and AI-Driven Shifts
Q2 Earnings Season Wraps Up with Mixed Results and AI-Driven Shifts The second quarter earnings season is drawing to a close, delivering a largely positive set of results for Corporate America. Over 92% of S&P 500 companies have reported, with earnings per share projected to rise by 11% compared to …
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29 August 2025 2:21 am
PCE Report Looms as Inflation Stays Hot
Inflation likely remained higher than the Federal Reserve’s target in July, according to a survey of economists. The widely watched report from the Bureau of Economic Analysis is expected to show that consumer prices, as measured by the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index, rose by 2.6% over the past year—the …
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29 August 2025 12:34 am
Is the U.S. Economy Able to Survive a $37 Trillion Debt Bubble?
A curious paradox exists in modern economic reporting: rising consumer debt is often presented as a sign of economic confidence. Analysts and media outlets frequently cheer as households borrow more, framing it as a signal of optimism and a willingness to spend. However, a closer look at the data reveals …
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