Market Analysis

March, 2025

  • 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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  • 18 March 2025 1:56 pm

    Oil Prices Climb on Middle East Tensions and China’s Stimulus Plans

    Oil prices surged over 1% on Tuesday, reaching their highest levels since early March, as geopolitical instability in the Middle East and China’s economic stimulus measures fueled market sentiment. As of 09:11 GMT: Brent crude rose $0.84 (1.2%) to $71.91 per barrel West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude gained $0.84 (1.2%) …

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  • 18 March 2025 12:24 pm

    European Markets Inch Higher Ahead of German Debt Vote and Trump-Putin Talks

    European stock markets edged higher on Tuesday as investors focused on a pivotal vote in the German parliament on debt reform and awaited developments in the Ukraine peace process, with U.S. President Donald Trump set to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin later in the session. As of 04:02 ET …

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  • 18 March 2025 11:20 am

    Bitcoin Drops as Traders Await Federal Reserve Decision

    Bitcoin fell on Tuesday, extending its cautious performance from the previous session, as investors awaited the U.S. Federal Reserve’s policy meeting, set to begin later in the day. As of 02:32 ET (06:32 GMT), the world’s largest cryptocurrency dropped 1% to $82,415.50, reflecting ongoing market uncertainty. Fed Policy Decision in …

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  • 18 March 2025 2:22 am

    Market Drivers – US Session: Dollar Wobbles as Economic Fears and Fed Caution Grip Markets

    The US dollar is showing signs of vulnerability, lingering near the lower end of its recent trading range as concerns mount over a potential economic slowdown in the United States. This bearish sentiment, coupled with growing caution ahead of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, has created a palpable …

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  • 18 March 2025 1:01 am

    Geopolitical Tensions and Economic Optimism Stir Oil Market

    Oil prices experienced a modest increase on Monday, fueled by a confluence of geopolitical tensions and positive economic indicators from China. The market reacted to the United States’ firm stance against Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea, coupled with encouraging Chinese economic data suggesting a potential rise in …

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  • 18 March 2025 12:12 am

    Economic Uncertainty Grips Markets as Fed Faces a Tightrope Walk

    A palpable unease has settled over investors, fueled by anxieties surrounding President Trump’s trade policies and potential federal workforce reductions, both of which raise the specter of a looming U.S. recession. This apprehension is compounded by doubts about the Federal Reserve’s capacity to effectively counter such an economic downturn. As …

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  • 17 March 2025 11:17 pm

    Dow Roars Back: 600-Point Surge Amid Economic Uncertainty

    Equities rebound from recent plunge, but trade tensions and soft retail data cast a long shadow.The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) staged a dramatic recovery on Monday, surging approximately 600 points as markets attempted to shake off lingering geopolitical concerns and recent sharp declines. This rebound, following a 550-point gain …

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  • 17 March 2025 9:32 pm

    Dollar Drifts as Geopolitical and Policy Storm Clouds Gather

    A week of potentially historic significance opens with the US Dollar easing, as markets brace for a pivotal Trump-Putin call and a crucial Federal Reserve meeting.The US Dollar Index (DXY), a key measure of the dollar’s value against a basket of major currencies, dipped to the lower end of its …

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  • 17 March 2025 8:40 pm

    Gold Prices Still Soaring Above $ 3,000 Barrier

    Gold prices have continued their upward trajectory since the start of trading on Monday, following their record-breaking highs achieved last Friday. This surge is fueled by a confluence of factors that are expected to propel the precious metal even higher in the near future.Gold closed last week on a strong …

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  • 17 March 2025 7:29 pm

    Consumer Caution: Retail Sales Underwhelm Amid Economic Uncertainty

    Retail Sales

    A note of caution has sounded within the US economy as retail sales for February fell short of expectations, fueling concerns about a potential slowdown in consumer spending. Newly released data from the Commerce Department revealed a modest 0.2% increase in retail purchases, significantly trailing the anticipated 0.6% rise predicted …

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  • 17 March 2025 5:17 pm

    U.S. Stock Futures Decline Amid Trade Tariff Uncertainty

    U.S. stock index futures dropped on Monday as investor concerns grew over the potential economic impact of ongoing trade tariff uncertainties. As of 07:00 ET (11:00 GMT), Dow Jones Futures fell 103 points (-0.3%), S&P 500 Futures declined 11 points (-0.2%), and Nasdaq 100 Futures edged down 25 points (-0.1%). …

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