The Federal Reserve’s latest Beige Book, released on July 16, 2025, paints a cautious picture of the U.S. economy, highlighting flat or weakening activity across most of its 12 districts. Compiled by the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston from data collected before July 7, the report draws on insights from …
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European Shares See Mixed Performance Amid Trade Talks and Corporate Earnings
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Bitcoin and Altcoins See Gains Amid U.S. Crypto Legislation Momentum
Bitcoin Edges Higher, Cautious Sentiment Prevails Bitcoin saw a modest rise on Monday, trading at $1…
Oil Prices Remain Steady as Traders Weigh European Sanctions, Tariffs, and Rising Output
Oil prices were largely unchanged on Monday as traders assessed the ongoing impact of new European s…
Gold Prices Edge Higher Amid U.S. Tariff Uncertainty and Global Political Concerns
Gold prices saw a slight increase on Monday, supported by persistent haven demand as uncertainty ove…
Weekly market wrap: dollar is a gainer with new records for bitcoin
The U.S. dollar posted weekly gains after prevailing over a range of competing market forces through…
American Express Q2 2025 Earnings Surpass Forecasts Amid Market Jitters
American Express unveiled a standout second-quarter performance for 2025 on Friday, July 18, 2025, e…
Oil Prices Dip Amid Supply Shifts and OPEC+ Adjustments
Oil prices softened this week, with West Texas Intermediate (WTI) settling at $67.34 per barrel as o…
US Stocks End Mixed: Dow Slips as Sector Gains Offset Losses
US markets closed with mixed results on Friday, July 18, 2025, as gains in Utilities, Consumer Goods…
Silver Price Outlook: XAG/USD Pauses Near Record Peaks
Silver (XAG/USD) holds steady around $38.25 on Friday, following a 14-year high of $39.13 earlier th…
Market Analysis
July, 2025
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16 July 2025 11:17 pm
Market Drivers – US Session: Markets Brace for UK Jobs Data and US Retail Sales Amid Dollar Pullback
The US Dollar hit a speed bump, snapping a four-day winning streak as the US Dollar Index (DXY) retreated under renewed selling pressure. The pullback was triggered by fleeting rumors—later downplayed—that President Donald Trump might move to oust Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. Compounding the dollar’s woes were softer-than-expected US …
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16 July 2025 10:39 pm
WTI and Brent Crude Slide as OPEC+ Supply Surge Overshadows US Inventory Draw
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil prices dipped on July 16, 2025, falling 0.15% to $65.325 per barrel, while Brent crude oil followed suit, declining 0.26% to $68.60 per barrel. Both benchmarks faced downward pressure despite a larger-than-expected draw in US crude inventories, as rising OPEC+ production and persistent demand …
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16 July 2025 9:37 pm
Dow Jones Wavers as Trump’s Push to Oust Fed Chair Powell Sparks Market Jitters
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) saw early gains on Wednesday, buoyed by softer-than-expected US Producer Price Index (PPI) data, which fueled optimism for a potential Federal Reserve rate cut. However, the rally fizzled as the index retreated to the 44,000 level, rattled by President Donald Trump’s provocative signals about …
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16 July 2025 9:15 pm
USD/JPY Slides as Trump-Powell Tensions and Mixed US Data Stir Market Uncertainty
The US Dollar (USD) weakened against the Japanese Yen (JPY) on July 16, 2025, as the USD/JPY pair retreated from an intraday high of 149.19 to hover near 148.00, with resistance solidifying around the 149.00 mark. The dollar’s pullback was driven by mounting speculation over President Donald Trump’s potential move …
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16 July 2025 7:57 pm
GBP/USD Soars as US PPI Softens and Trump’s Powell Firing Rumors Spark Dollar Volatility
The GBP/USD pair surged 0.55% to 1.3454, propelled by a weaker-than-expected US Producer Price Index (PPI) and heightened market uncertainty surrounding President Donald Trump’s reported consideration of firing Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the dollar’s strength against a basket of major currencies, fell …
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16 July 2025 7:29 pm
Trump’s Bold Move: Considering Firing Fed Chairman Powell
On a tense Wednesday afternoon in the Oval Office, President Donald Trump stirred controversy by consulting Republican lawmakers on a drastic potential action: firing Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. Sources familiar with the closed-door meeting revealed that Trump directly asked House members for their opinions on removing the central bank’s …
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16 July 2025 5:05 pm
US Producer Price Index (PPI) Data for June
Annual PPI for Final Demand: The PPI for final demand rose 2.3% year-on-year in June, marking a slight slowdown from the 2.6% increase recorded in May. This reading came in below the market expectation of 2.5%. Core PPI (excluding food and energy): The annual core PPI increased by 2.6% in …
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16 July 2025 4:23 pm
Goldman Sachs Q2 Profit Jumps 22% Amid Strong Trading and Investment Banking Gains
Goldman Sachs reported a 22% increase in profit for Q2, driven by record equities trading revenue and a resurgence in investment banking activity. The strong results reflect how market volatility, partly fueled by trade policy uncertainties, has benefited Wall Street’s trading desks. Key Results: Profit: $3.7 billion, or $10.91 per …
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16 July 2025 2:10 pm
European Shares Mixed Amid Trade Uncertainty and Earnings Reports
European stock markets showed mixed results on Wednesday, as investors reacted to weak earnings updates, trade negotiations, and corporate performance expectations. Key Market Movements: STOXX 600 Index: Fell 0.2% to 544.14 points. Germany’s DAX: Up 0.1%. Spain’s IBEX: Rose 0.7%. UK’s FTSE 100: Gained 0.2%. France’s CAC 40: Flat. ASML’s …
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16 July 2025 12:41 pm
Gold Prices Edge Up as U.S. Inflation Data Fuels Dollar, Safe Haven Demand Remains Strong
Gold prices rose slightly on Wednesday, recovering some overnight losses after stronger-than-expected U.S. consumer inflation data boosted the dollar and dampened expectations of near-term interest rate cuts. However, ongoing uncertainties surrounding U.S. trade tariffs, the Federal Reserve’s independence, and geopolitical tensions continued to support demand for safe-haven assets like gold. …
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16 July 2025 11:59 am
Oil Prices Rise as OPEC+ Maintains Demand Outlook and U.S. Crude Inventories Increase Modestly
Oil prices rebounded on Wednesday after two days of losses, as OPEC+ expressed confidence in global demand despite an increase in output, and investors weighed a slight rise in U.S. crude inventories. Key Highlights: Brent Crude: Brent futures for September rose 0.4% to $69.01 per barrel. WTI Crude: U.S. West …
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16 July 2025 4:31 am
Silver Flexes Bullish Muscle: Targeting Fresh Highs Amidst Soaring Demand
Silver has decisively broken through critical resistance levels, signaling the official onset of a robust bull market. Analysts pinpoint a convergence of bullish technicals, tightening supply-demand dynamics, and a pronounced historical undervaluation, all propelling silver towards a potential retest of its $50 per ounce historical high.While gold consistently hit records, …
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