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March, 2025

• 19 March 2025 7:35 pm

  What’s Next for Federal Interest Rates in 2025?

  

  Economic Projections and Policy SignalsThe Federal Reserve’s latest interest rate statement comes paired with the “dot plot”—a snapshot of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) members’ votes on the future trajectory of interest rates. Recent projections suggest the central bank may lean toward fewer rate cuts than earlier forecasts implied, …

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• 19 March 2025 3:30 pm

  U.S. Futures Edge Higher as Markets Await Fed Decision

  

  U.S. stock index futures inched up on Wednesday as investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s rate decision and its updated economic outlook for clues on the trajectory of monetary policy. Market Snapshot (06:40 ET / 10:40 GMT): Dow Jones Futures: +45 points (+0.1%) S&P 500 Futures: +15 points (+0.3%) Nasdaq 100 …

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• 19 March 2025 3:10 pm

  Oil Prices Slide as U.S.-Russia Ceasefire Fuels Oversupply Concerns

  

  Oil prices declined in Asian trading on Wednesday, extending losses from the previous session as a U.S.-Russia agreement on a temporary ceasefire in Ukraine’s energy sector, along with rising crude inventories, raised fears of an oversupplied market. Key Factors Behind the Decline: U.S.-Russia Ceasefire Agreement: Russian President Vladimir Putin and …

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• 19 March 2025 12:02 pm

  Gold Hits Record High as Safe Haven Demand Surges

  

  Gold prices climbed to a fresh record high in Asian trading on Wednesday, supported by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, uncertainty over U.S. trade policies, and an upcoming Federal Reserve decision. Key Drivers of Gold’s Rally: Geopolitical Tensions: The collapse of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire increased safe-haven demand. Limited progress …

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• 19 March 2025 11:34 am

  Bank of Japan Holds Rates at 0.5%, Signals More Hikes Ahead

  

  The Bank of Japan (BOJ) kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 0.5% on Wednesday, as widely expected, while warning that underlying inflation is set to rise in the coming months—a scenario that could justify further rate hikes. Key Takeaways: Policy Decision: The BOJ maintained its overnight rate at 0.5%, …

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• 19 March 2025 1:08 am

  Trade Fears and Fed Uncertainty Slam US Stocks: Dow Plunges 300 Points

  

  A resurgence of trade war anxieties, coupled with looming Federal Reserve decisions, sent U.S. equities reeling on Wednesday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) tumbled approximately 300 points, a 0.7% drop, snapping a two-day winning streak and pushing the index back into a bearish trend. The S&P 500 followed suit, …

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• 18 March 2025 11:59 pm

  Market Drivers – US Session: FOMC, BoJ In Focus

  

  The forex market finds itself amidst a confluence of factors, creating a landscape of heightened uncertainty. The US Dollar, under significant pressure, has continued its downward trajectory for the third consecutive day, revisiting multi-month lows. This retreat is largely attributed to growing caution among investors ahead of the Federal Open …

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• 18 March 2025 11:08 pm

  Bitcoin’s Rollercoaster: ETF Exodus and Market Uncertainty

  

  The cryptocurrency market is currently experiencing a period of intense volatility, with Bitcoin at the epicenter. Significant outflows from Bitcoin-linked investment funds, coupled with a palpable shift in market sentiment, paint a picture of uncertainty. Over the past five weeks, these investment vehicles have witnessed a substantial withdrawal of funds, …

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• 18 March 2025 10:13 pm

  US Bond Yields Decline Amid Trade War Fears Ahead of FOMC Decision

  

  US bond yields fell on Tuesday as investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s decision, the central bank’s statement, and remarks by its Chairman Jerome Powell at a press conference following the interest rate announcement next Wednesday.Concerns over further escalation of trade tensions, due to Washington’s trade policies with its partner countries, …

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• 18 March 2025 9:48 pm

  FOMC Decision Preview: Sailing Amid Uncertain Economic Circumstances

  

  Fed Holds Steady, Eyes Trade Winds The Federal Open Market Committee will conclude its two-day meeting later on Wednesday amidst a swirl of economic uncartainity, primarily driven by the shifting sands of international trade. The central question: how will evolving policies influence the Fed’s strategy for combating inflation and maintaining …

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• 18 March 2025 8:31 pm

  Global Oil Prices Lose 1% As Ukraine Developments Offset Middle East Impact

  

  Amid geopolitical tensions and economic shifts, the global oil prices experienced a downturn on Tuesday, primarily influenced by discussions between world leaders regarding the conflict in Ukraine. The potential for a relaxation of sanctions on Russian fuel exports, arising from these talks, exerted downward pressure on market values. This occurred …

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• 18 March 2025 7:49 pm

  Tariff Tango Continues: Eurozone Trade Sees Slight Surplus Boost Amidst Uncertainty

  

  The Eurozone’s trade landscape presented a mixed picture in January, with a slight widening of the trade surplus with the United States amidst a broader context of rising imports and potential tariff-driven distortions. While both exports and imports experienced a welcome uptick after a sluggish 2024, the faster pace of …

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• 18 March 2025 3:45 pm

  Canada’s Inflation Rises to 2.6% in February, Exceeding Expectations

  

  Canada’s annual inflation rate unexpectedly rose to 2.6% in February, surpassing forecasts, as the expiration of a sales tax break mid-month contributed to broader price increases, Statistics Canada reported on Tuesday. This marks the first time in seven months that inflation has exceeded 2%, reaching the midpoint of the Bank …

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