In 2024, the UK economy managed a modest growth of 0.9%, but forecasts for 2025 suggest little room for optimism, with expectations hovering around a similar pace. During its February policy meeting, the Bank of England (BOE) sharply revised its 2025 growth projection downward to just 0.7%, halving its previous …
Read More »Energy Market Story: Crude Retreats as Profit-Taking Caps Trade-Driven Surge
The energy market on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, saw West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil surge to a …
Market Drivers: Could CPI Data Shift Fed’s Potential Easing Path in September?
The US Dollar edged higher on Tuesday, rebounding from a weak start to the week, buoyed by cautious …
USD/JPY Treads Water as Trade Talks and CPI Data Loom
The USD/JPY pair, up 0.25% at 144.95, clings to support above 144.90 as markets grapple with US-Chin…
Liquidity Crunch: Traders Face a Shifting Market in June 2025
Markets in June 2025 face a liquidity squeeze that’s reshaping how traders operate. U.S. Treasury yi…
Dollar Climbs and US Stocks Ride Risk-On Wave on Trade Talk Optimism
The US Dollar Index, tracking the currency against six major peers, rose 0.13% to 99.07 from 98.94, …
Gold Prices Struggles To Hold Steady Amid US-China Talks, CPI Anticipation
Gold prices, down 0.08% at $3,322.945 after reaching a daily high of $3,347.68, hold steady above th…
China’s Economic Rebound Faces Trade War Turbulence: Early Recovery Signals
China’s economy showed resilience in the first quarter of 2025, with growth reaching 4.7%, driven by…
Bitcoin Surges on U.S.-China Trade Talk Progress, Altcoins Follow Suit
Bitcoin experienced a sharp rise on Tuesday as investors reacted positively to the progress in ongoi…
Oil Prices See Modest Gains Ahead of U.S.-China Trade Talks and Ongoing Geopolitical Tensions
Oil prices inched higher on Tuesday as investors cautiously awaited the outcome of ongoing U.S.-Chin…
European Equities Remain Range-Bound as Investors Await Progress in U.S.-China Trade Talks
European equity indices traded in tight ranges on Tuesday, with investors closely watching ongoing t…
Market Analysis
March, 2025
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19 March 2025 11:48 pm
XAU/USD Soars to Fresh Peaks After Fed Decision
Gold prices spiked following the Federal Reserve’s latest stance on rates and its updated dot plot. Expectations for 2025 growth are faltering under the weight of inconsistent U.S. policy moves. Powell admitted that predicting the fallout from tariffs is proving elusive. On Wednesday, gold climbed toward $3,050 in intraday trading …
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19 March 2025 11:30 pm
Fed’s Powell: Hard Data Holds Solid for Now
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell justified keeping the policy rate at 4.25%-4.50% after the March meeting, elaborating in the post-meeting press conference. Key Highlights from the Fed’s Press ConferenceThe economy is performing strongly.Labor market conditions remain stable and balanced, not fueling inflation.Inflation is somewhat elevated, with PCE prices likely up …
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19 March 2025 10:48 pm
Policy Statement Explained: Fed Signals Caution Amid Economic Uncertainty
The Federal Reserve announced on Wednesday that it will maintain current interest rates, set between 4.25% and 4.5%, marking the second consecutive meeting without a change. Despite forecasting higher inflation and slower economic growth, Fed officials still anticipate two rate cuts this year, reflecting a cautious approach as economic uncertainty …
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19 March 2025 10:23 pm
EUR/USD and GBP/USD Surge as Fed Holds Rates Steady with Mixed Signals
The foreign exchange markets saw notable action on Wednesday as the U.S. Federal Reserve opted to keep interest rates unchanged, delivering a decision that blended steady policy with subtle shifts in outlook. The EUR/USD pair spiked following the announcement, reflecting a slightly hawkish tilt from policymakers, while the GBP/USD climbed …
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19 March 2025 10:02 pm
FOMC Decision: Fed Holds Steady Amid Economic Uncertainty, Trump’s Tariff
In a widely anticipated move, the U.S. Federal Reserve opted to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged at the 4.25%-4.5% range during its March policy meeting, marking the second consecutive pause after a 25-basis-point cut in December. With the U.S. economy facing lingering uncertainties—compounded by speculation over potential tariffs under …
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19 March 2025 9:15 pm
Gold on a Knife’s Edge: FOMC Decision Looms Over Record Highs
The global gold market is in a state of heightened anticipation, with prices lingering near record peaks as traders await a pivotal decision from the central bank. The market’s current posture reflects a delicate equilibrium between robust safe-haven demand and the inherent urge to secure profits ahead of a major …
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19 March 2025 8:59 pm
EUR/USD Teeters at 1.0895: Fed’s Big Night and Eurozone Woes Take Center Stage
The EUR/USD pair is hovering around 1.0895, caught in a swirl of anticipation as the Federal Reserve prepares to unveil its latest policy decision tonight, while economic pressures in the Eurozone cast a long shadow. After pulling back from recent highs following Wednesday’s European trading session, the pair has slipped …
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19 March 2025 8:25 pm
U.S. Bond Yields Rise Ahead of Federal Reserve Decision
On Wednesday, U.S. bond yields began to climb after shedding pressures they had been under, as markets awaited the Federal Reserve’s decision and remarks from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell at a press conference following the central bank’s announcement at the conclusion of its two-day meeting.It is widely expected that …
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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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