The U.S. service sector demonstrated robust growth in February, according to the latest report from the Institute for Supply Management (ISM). The ISM Services PMI climbed to 53.5, exceeding both January’s reading of 52.8 and analysts’ forecasts of 52.6. This indicates a notable acceleration in the sector’s expansion.Digging deeper into …
Read More »Market Drivers – US Session: Can the Dollar Hold Its Ground as Markets Await Key Data, Fed Signals?
The US Dollar (USD) staged a recovery on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 11:36 PM +04, climbing past the…
Will Rising Treasury Yields and Tariff Risks Derail Fed Rate Cut Hopes?
US Treasury yields climbed across the curve on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 11:29 PM +04, as markets …
Can Nvidia’s Saudi AI Chip Deals Propel US Stocks and the Dollar Higher?
Nvidia’s stock surged 3.96% to $135.07 by 3:20 PM EDT on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 11:28 PM +04, e…
Can Cooling US Inflation Shield Consumers from Tariff Fallout or Will Markets Feel the Heat?
The cooling US inflation reported on May 14, 2025, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rising 2.3% y…
Oil Prices Slip as Unexpected US Crude Stockpile Surge Raises Oversupply Fears
Oil prices dipped on Wednesday as fresh government data revealed an unexpected increase in US crude …
Gold Slips Below $3,200 as Geopolitical Calm and ETF Pause Shake Market
Gold prices dipped below the $3,200 per ounce threshold on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 08:28 PM +04,…
Will UK GDP Data Steer Sterling’s Next Move as Fed Signals Tariff Risks?
The Pound Sterling (GBP) edged lower on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 09:02 PM +04, retreating slightl…
U.S. Stock Futures Ease Slightly as Investors Digest Trade Optimism, Look to Fed Speakers and Earnings
U.S. stock index futures edged lower early Wednesday, as Wall Street took a breather following a str…
Gold Prices Retreat as Trade Optimism and Soft CPI Weigh on Safe-Haven Demand
Gold prices declined in Asian trading on Wednesday, pressured by diminishing safe-haven demand after…
European Markets Stabilize as Inflation Eases and Earnings Roll In
European equity indices traded mostly steady on Wednesday, pausing after recent gains fueled by easi…
Market Analysis
March, 2025
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5 March 2025 4:35 pm
European Markets Rally on Tariff Compromise Hopes and German Fiscal Boost
European stock markets surged on Wednesday as investors rallied on expectations that a compromise on U.S. trade tariffs may be in the offing, while strong policy moves in Germany to boost defense spending further lifted sentiment. At 06:20 ET (11:20 GMT), Germany’s DAX climbed 3.4%, France’s CAC 40 gained 2%, …
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5 March 2025 2:12 pm
Dollar Falls to Three-Month Low as Trade War Fears Weigh, Euro Gains on Stimulus Hopes
The U.S. dollar slipped further on Wednesday, reaching a three-month low as concerns mounted that a trade war initiated by President Donald Trump could slow growth in the world’s largest economy. At 04:00 ET (09:00 GMT), the Dollar Index, which measures the greenback against a basket of six major currencies, …
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5 March 2025 12:49 pm
Bitcoin Rebounds Amid Tariff Uncertainty and Dip Buying
Bitcoin rebounded on Wednesday after an extended rout in crypto prices spurred some bargain buying. The recovery was fueled by hopes that U.S. President Donald Trump might scale down his aggressive trade tariffs, which have weighed on risk appetite in recent sessions. After wild swings this week, Bitcoin—long the flagship …
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5 March 2025 12:58 am
Gold Surges as US Economic Fears and Trade Tensions Ignite Safe-Haven Demand
Gold prices have experienced a significant surge, propelled by a confluence of factors including escalating trade tensions, mounting recessionary fears within the United States, and a weakening US Dollar. The XAU/USD pair climbed to $2,918, marking a notable increase as investors sought refuge in the precious metal. This surge is …
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5 March 2025 12:41 am
Market Drivers – US Session: Investors bracing for a busy Wednesday
The US Dollar’s sharp decline continued Tuesday, hitting its lowest point since early December as economic concerns mounted ahead of crucial US labor data. Investors are bracing for a busy Wednesday, March 5th:Dollar Weakness: The US Dollar Index (DXY) breached the 106.00 support level, plummeting to a three-month low. This …
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4 March 2025 11:24 pm
Tariff Tremors: Dow Plummets 550 as Trade War Erupts
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) suffered a significant blow on Tuesday, plunging 550 points to settle at 42,600, a stark reflection of escalating trade tensions. The day’s trading saw the index dip as low as 700 points, as investor sentiment plummeted in response to President Trump’s newly implemented tariffs. …
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4 March 2025 10:35 pm
Trump Ignites Trade Firestorm: Reciprocal Tariffs on Canada Escalate Economic Tensions
US President Donald Trump has reignited trade tensions with Canada by imposing sweeping tariffs, marking a significant escalation in his administration’s trade policies. On March 4, 2025, the United States implemented a 25% tariff on all Canadian goods entering the country, with a slightly reduced rate of 10% applied to …
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4 March 2025 9:42 pm
EUR/USD Ignites: 1.4% Surge Breaks 100-Day SMA, Bulls Target 1.0560!
EUR/USD experienced a significant surge following the European trading session, propelling the pair beyond the 1.0520 level as bullish momentum intensified. This upward trajectory was marked by a decisive break above the crucial 100-day Simple Moving Average (SMA), a technical milestone that solidified the bullish sentiment. The pair has now …
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4 March 2025 8:18 pm
US dollar faces downward pressure amid tariff concerns
The US Dollar is currently facing significant downward pressure, as escalating trade tensions and growing economic concerns weigh heavily on investor sentiment. The catalyst for this decline is the implementation of US tariffs, which have triggered swift and substantial retaliatory measures from key trading partners, notably Canada and China. This …
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4 March 2025 7:23 pm
Yen’s Ascent: US Administration’s Currency Concerns Fuel Market Frenzy Amidst BoJ’s Tightening Grip
The intricate dance of the USD/JPY exchange rate has taken a dramatic turn, spotlighting a stark contrast between the US administration’s currency apprehensions and the market’s bullish fervor. While Washington voices concerns over perceived currency manipulation, particularly by Japan, analysts are keenly observing the Bank of Japan’s (BoJ) tightening policy, …
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4 March 2025 4:40 pm
European Auto and Banking Stocks Slide Amid Rising Trade Tensions
European equity markets suffered broad-based declines today, as heightened global trade tensions triggered a sell-off in auto stocks, banks, and industrial sectors. The downturn followed the U.S. imposing tariffs on Canada and Mexico, with China retaliating through tariffs on U.S. agricultural goods and export restrictions on certain defense companies. Auto …
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4 March 2025 3:37 pm
Saudi Aramco Forecasts Lower Dividends in 2025 Amid Declining Profits
Saudi Aramco (TADAWUL:2222), the world’s largest oil company, announced on Tuesday that it expects to declare $85.4 billion in total dividends in 2025, a notable decrease from the $124.25 billion distributed in 2024. Financial Performance: Declining Profitability in 2024 The oil giant reported a 12.4% drop in full-year 2024 net …
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