Palantir’s stock is soaring, driven by a blockbuster second-quarter earnings report that saw the company’s revenue top $1 billion for the first time. The data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) powerhouse crushed Wall Street’s expectations, reporting adjusted earnings per share of $0.16 on $1 billion in sales, significantly higher than …
Read More »Wall Street Bounces Back: Dow Surges as Trade Hopes and Fed Bets Lift Market Mood
After a turbulent week marked by financial sector jitters and political uncertainty, the Dow Jones I…
Gold Retreats from Record High as Trump Softens Stance on China
Gold’s meteoric rise hit a speed bump on Friday, slipping 2% from its all-time high after U.S. Presi…
Washington Stalemate Deepens: U.S. Government Shutdown Hits 17 Days With No End in Sight
The United States government shutdown entered its 17th day on Friday, making it the third-longest in…
Euro Holds Firm as France Restores Political Calm, While UK Faces Fiscal Strain
The euro remained stable on Friday, supported by renewed political calm in France after recent tensi…
Bitcoin’s October Slump Fuels Hope for a Major Comeback
Bitcoin’s price dropped again in October, stirring memories of past downturns that often came just b…
Washington Moves to Ease Capital Rules for Small Banks in Bid to Boost Lending
U.S. regulators are preparing a proposal aimed at giving community banks more room to lend by easing…
Swiss Franc Rises as Global Trade Worries and Rate Cut Bets Pressure the US Dollar
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U.S. Futures Extend Losses as Regional Bank Worries and Geopolitical Tensions Weigh
U.S. stock index futures slipped further on Friday, extending the previous session’s selloff as rene…
Oil Prices Slip as Trump–Putin Peace Talks Ease Supply Fears
Crude on Track for 3% Weekly LossOil prices extended their decline on Friday, heading toward a weekl…
Bank of Japan Signals Continued Tightening Path Amid Global Uncertainty
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) reaffirmed its cautious yet tightening stance on Friday, as Deputy Governor …
Market Analysis
August, 2025
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5 August 2025 5:40 pm
Trump Discusses Federal Reserve Chair, Tariff Plans, and Trade Deals
In a recent interview with CNBC, President Donald Trump made several key announcements regarding U.S. economic policy, including his thoughts on the Federal Reserve chairmanship, new tariffs, and ongoing international trade negotiations. Fed Chair AppointmentTrump confirmed that Scott Bessent has declined consideration for the role of Federal Reserve Chair, sparking …
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5 August 2025 4:02 pm
Wall Street Futures Edge Higher as Fed Rate Cut Bets and Earnings Reports Drive Market Sentiment
U.S. stock futures inched higher on Tuesday, bolstered by growing optimism over potential Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, while investors shifted their focus to a fresh batch of corporate earnings reports. At 6:51 a.m. ET, S&P 500 E-minis were up 16.75 points, or 0.26%, Nasdaq 100 E-minis gained 90 points, …
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5 August 2025 2:04 pm
Oil Prices Steady Amid Rising OPEC+ Supply and Tariff Concerns Over India’s Russian Oil Purchases
Oil prices remained little changed on Tuesday as traders weighed the impact of rising supply from OPEC+ and concerns about weaker global demand, against U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats to impose tariffs on India over its Russian oil imports. OPEC+ Boosts Production Amid Supply Concerns The Organization of the Petroleum …
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5 August 2025 12:33 pm
U.S. Dollar Steadies Amid Fed Rate Cut Expectations and Slowing Economy
The U.S. dollar stabilized on Tuesday after suffering losses following the disappointing July jobs report, as traders focused on the potential for further Federal Reserve rate cuts amid growing concerns over a slowing U.S. economy. Dollar Index Rises After Payrolls Data Impact At 04:15 ET (08:15 GMT), the Dollar Index, …
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5 August 2025 10:40 am
Bitcoin Remains Rangebound Amid U.S. Tariff Concerns and Economic Uncertainty
Bitcoin remained largely unchanged on Tuesday, staying within its recent trading range as traders weighed the growing uncertainty surrounding U.S. trade tariffs and economic growth, which kept risk appetite subdued. The world’s largest cryptocurrency was flat at $114,373.5 as of 00:57 ET (04:57 GMT), continuing its struggle to build on …
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5 August 2025 9:39 am
Gold Prices Steady as Markets Anticipate Fed Rate Cuts Amid Rising Trade Tensions
Gold prices held steady on Tuesday after three consecutive days of gains, buoyed by growing expectations that the Federal Reserve will implement a rate cut in September. This sentiment was further fueled by concerns over the U.S. economy and escalating trade tensions, which continue to provide support for safe-haven assets …
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5 August 2025 2:43 am
Can Switzerland Dodge Trump’s Tariff Storm with a Sweeter Deal?
Switzerland is racing against time to counter steep U.S. tariffs set to hit its exports with a hefty 39% duty, one of the highest globally, starting Thursday, August 7, 2025. The Alpine nation, stunned by President Donald Trump’s announcement, convened an emergency meeting on Monday to craft a “more attractive” …
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5 August 2025 2:17 am
Will EUR/USD Break Out as Fed Rate Cut Odds Soar and Eurozone Sentiment Falters?
The EUR/USD pair held steady on Monday, hovering near Friday’s closing levels after a robust 1.52% rally sparked by a disappointing U.S. jobs report. The weak Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) data, coupled with significant downward revisions to May and June figures, has fueled expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut in …
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5 August 2025 12:51 am
Is Ethereum Poised to Outshine Bitcoin in the Crypto Race?
Ethereum (ETH) is charging ahead in the cryptocurrency race, fueled by robust network activity and favorable regulatory shifts under President Donald Trump. As of August 4, 2025, Ethereum’s price soared to $3,699.1, marking a 5.76% daily gain and a striking 47.45% increase over the past month. This rally outpaces Bitcoin’s …
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5 August 2025 12:21 am
Are U.S. Treasury Yields Signaling a Market Rebound?
U.S. Treasury yields climbed at the close of Monday’s trading, propelled by positive economic developments and shifting trade dynamics that bolstered investor risk appetite. This surge in optimism triggered heavy selling of U.S. Treasuries, which maintain an inverse relationship with their yields, as market participants leaned into riskier assets. The …
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4 August 2025 11:32 pm
Can the Japanese Yen Sustain Its Rally as Fed Policy Uncertainty Weighs on the Dollar?
The Japanese Yen (JPY) is gaining momentum against the U.S. Dollar (USD), climbing from a four-month low of 150.84 after a disappointing U.S. jobs report last Friday. The USD/JPY pair hovered around 147.00 during Monday’s U.S. trading session, reflecting a pullback in the Greenback’s recent strength. The U.S. Dollar Index …
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4 August 2025 10:36 pm
Dow Jones Surges Past 44,000 in Bullish Rebound Amid Fed Rate Cut Hopes
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) staged a robust recovery on Monday, soaring over 500 points to reclaim the 44,000 level after last week’s steep losses. Fueled by disappointing US Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) data, which heightened expectations for a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in September, the index bounced 1.8% …
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