European shares traded largely flat on Monday, with investors focused on upcoming U.S.-China trade talks, key corporate earnings, and the U.S. Federal Reserve’s policy decision later this week. STOXX 600 index: Up 0.1% as of 08:29 GMT, breaking above its April 2 level for the first time since U.S. President …
Read More »USD/JPY Slips to 145.00 Amid US Dollar Woes and Japan’s Spending Surge
The USD/JPY pair retreated to 145.00 on May 9, 2025, after failing to sustain gains above a one-mont…
Gold Advances at $3,325.39 as Dollar Weakens and Global Tensions Flare
Gold prices surged over 1% on May 9, 2025, reaching $3,325.39 per ounce, as a weakening US Dollar an…
Trump Stands Pat on Tariffs Even as New Trade Pacts Loom
On May 9, 2025, President Donald Trump declared that the US would maintain a universal 10% tariff on…
Dollar Dips as Stock Surge and Fed Hints at Rate Cut Loom
The US Dollar retreated from its near-monthly peak on May 9, 2025, as a wave of stock buying swept t…
Wall Street Futures Muted as Investors Await U.S.-China Trade Talks; Nvidia Eyes China Chip Shift
U.S. stock futures traded cautiously on Friday, as market participants held back ahead of a key roun…
Oil set for weekly gain on Easing Trade Tensions, UK Deal Boosts Sentiment
Oil prices extended gains on Friday, with benchmarks poised to end the week higher as optimism aroun…
Forex Report: Dollar Eases but Heads for Weekly Gain Amid Cooling Trade Tensions and Cautious Fed
The U.S. dollar slipped slightly in early European hours on Friday, though it remained on track for …
European Stocks Climb on Optimism Over U.S.-U.K. Trade Deal and Easing Tensions
European equity markets rose on Friday, buoyed by optimism that the newly signed trade framework bet…
Gold Rebounds as Market Eyes U.S.-China Trade Talks Following UK Framework Deal
Gold prices edged higher in Asian trading on Friday, recovering from two days of sharp declines, as …
Oil Prices Edge Higher as U.S.-China Trade Talks and U.K. Deal Offer Glimmers of Optimism
Oil prices extended gains on Friday, building on a sharp rally in the prior session, as easing trade…
Market Analysis
May, 2025
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5 May 2025 11:41 am
Oil Prices Drop Sharply as OPEC+ Announces Large Output Increase
Oil prices fell significantly in Asian trading on Monday, after OPEC+ surprised markets by announcing a bigger-than-expected production hike for June. This development added to ongoing concerns about a supply glut and weakening global demand. Brent crude fell by 3.6% to $59.10 per barrel West Texas Intermediate (WTI) dropped by …
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5 May 2025 10:32 am
Bitcoin Slips in Quiet Trade as Market Awaits Clearer U.S.-China Signals
Bitcoin dipped in low-volume trading on Monday, with most Asian markets closed for holidays and sentiment subdued by mixed signals around U.S.-China trade relations. Bitcoin fell 1.7% to $94,437.8 by early Asia hours, remaining in the $92K–$97K range it has been stuck in for a week. Key Drivers: Trump’s Trade …
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5 May 2025 9:51 am
Gold Rebounds Modestly as Dollar Weakens, But Trade Optimism and Fed Caution Limit Upside
Gold prices edged higher in early Asian trading on Monday, recovering from last week’s losses as the U.S. dollar softened. However, gains were capped by growing optimism around potential U.S.-China trade talks and investor caution ahead of this week’s Federal Reserve policy meeting. Spot Gold rose 0.5% to $3,255.95 per …
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5 May 2025 12:33 am
Financial Markets’ Weekly Recap: US Economy, Earnings, Growth, and Jobs in Focus
North American Markets: Seizing Opportunities in VolatilityNorth American financial markets reflect a tale of resilience and divergence. The US economy shows strength in earnings and jobs but faces tariff-driven stagflation risks. In the Eurozone, GDP grew by 0.3% in Q1 2025, supported by increased consumer spending in Germany and France, …
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3 May 2025 12:12 am
Fed Rate Cut Hopes Fade as Robust Jobs Data Signals Steady Policy
The US labor market’s surprising strength has slammed the brakes on expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts, with markets now pricing in just a 3% chance of a 25-basis-point reduction at the May 6-7, 2025, meeting. April’s Nonfarm Payrolls report, showcasing robust job growth and steady wages, has shifted the …
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2 May 2025 11:20 pm
Gold Stabilizes as Investors Pivot to Dollar and Bonds Amid Economic Shocks
Gold prices are buckling under pressure, sliding to $3,225 per ounce, before stablizing at the $3,240 mark, despite economic red flags that should have sent investors scrambling for safe havens. A surprise GDP contraction and mixed US jobs data failed to ignite a rally, as traders instead poured into the …
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2 May 2025 10:24 pm
Why Is the Dollar Tanking Despite Friday’s Stellar Jobs Report?
Why Is the Dollar Tanking Despite a Stellar Jobs Report?The US Dollar is reeling, defying logic after a robust April jobs report that showcased stronger-than-expected job growth, steady unemployment, and persistent wage gains. Instead of soaring, the Dollar Index slumped to 99.88, shedding 0.37 points from its prior close. With …
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2 May 2025 9:35 pm
Dow Rockets Past 41,300 on Stellar Jobs Data, but Tariffs Threaten Gains
A blockbuster US jobs report has propelled the Dow Jones Industrial Average beyond 41,300, crushing recession fears with a 600-point surge. Yet, as the EUR/USD climbs 0.42% to 1.1332 and tech giants falter, tariff uncertainties loom large. With the Federal Reserve under scrutiny, the market’s euphoria could be tested. Here’s …
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2 May 2025 8:40 pm
EUR/USD Surges to 1.1332: Hot Inflation and US Jobs Data Ignite Volatility
The EUR/USD pair is charging toward 1.1332, gaining 0.42% during Friday’s North American trading session, fueled by a potent mix of sizzling Eurozone inflation and a robust US jobs report. A tumbling US Dollar, spurred by President Donald Trump’s push for lower interest rates, has given the Euro room to …
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2 May 2025 6:55 pm
US Jobs Defy Tariff Concerns: A Resilient Labor Market Shines
The US labor market stood tall in April, shrugging off the shockwaves from President Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariff announcement. With stronger-than-expected job growth and steady unemployment, the latest data paints a picture of resilience amid trade policy turbulence. As markets rally and investors reassess economic risks, the April jobs …
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2 May 2025 11:04 am
Gold Edges Higher as Dollar Softens, but Weekly Loss Looms Amid Trade Optimism
Gold prices rose modestly in Asian trading on Friday, buoyed by a slight pullback in the U.S. dollar ahead of key labor market data, although the metal remained on track for a weekly loss amid signs of easing trade tensions between the U.S. and China. As of 01:53 ET (06:53 …
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2 May 2025 10:04 am
Dollar Rallies as Trade Optimism Grows, Yen Weakens on BOJ Outlook, Focus Shifts to U.S. Jobs Data
The U.S. dollar extended its recovery on Thursday, posting broad gains as optimism grew over potential tariff agreements between Washington and several of its key trading partners. While trading volumes were thinner due to the May Day holiday across many global markets, the greenback saw renewed technical buying after being …
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