The US is gearing up for a flurry of trade deals, with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick signaling imminent agreements on May 5, 2025, though details remain elusive. President Donald Trump’s administration is pressing for open markets worldwide, but complex negotiations, particularly with Canada, are clouding the outlook. As markets grapple …
Read More »Could U.S.-Japan Trade Deal Shift Eurozone Bond Yields and ECB Strategy?
The U.S.-Japan trade deal, finalized in July 2025, has reshaped global economic dynamics, impacting …
Dow Jones Rallies as Trade Deal Progress Emerges
The Dow Jones Industrial Average saw a significant surge on Wednesday, reaching its highest point in…
Daily Earnings Recap: Fiserv Shock Rocks Q2 Earnings
This report provides an overview of corporate earnings released on July 23, 2025, across the US, Asi…
Euro Holds Firm Against Swiss Franc as ECB Decision and US-EU Trade Hopes Loom
The Euro is regaining its footing against the Swiss Franc, with the EUR/CHF currency pair rebounding…
US Home Sales Drop as Prices Hit Record Highs
US home sales fell 2.7% in June to an annualized 3.9 million units, the slowest pace since September…
Despite US-Japan Trade Deal, Dollar Struggles Amid Political Tensions
The US Dollar is finding its footing after a turbulent week, as global trade dynamics and political …
Wall Street Set for Stronger Opening on U.S.-Japan Trade Deal, Earnings Reports in Focus
Wall Street is set to open on a positive note on Wednesday after President Donald Trump announced a …
Oil Prices Steady After U.S.-Japan Trade Deal Boosts Global Trade Sentiment
Oil prices were relatively stable on Wednesday following three consecutive days of losses, with a bo…
Bitcoin Edges Higher Amid U.S.-Japan Trade Deal, But Consolidation Persists
Bitcoin traded slightly higher on Wednesday, continuing its recent consolidation phase after surging…
European Stocks Rally as Hopes for EU-U.S. Trade Deal Rise
European shares climbed on Wednesday, buoyed by renewed optimism for a potential trade deal between …
Market Analysis
May, 2025
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6 May 2025 3:48 am
Trump’s Trade Rhetoric Rocks Markets as Powell’s Fed Faces Data Deluge
President Donald Trump’s erratic trade signals are rattling global markets, sending shockwaves through currencies and equities as investors grapple with uncertainty. Mixed US and European economic data, released on May 5, 2025, have only deepened the volatility, with trade tensions poised to dictate price action. As Federal Reserve Chair Jerome …
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6 May 2025 1:40 am
GBP/JPY Stalls Near 191.00: Neutral Signals Clash as Trade Tensions Loom
The GBP/JPY pair is treading water near 191.00, barely budging after Monday’s European session on May 5, 2025. Caught in a tight range, the pair reflects a market paralyzed by indecision, with mixed technical signals and global trade uncertainties clouding the outlook. As the UK and Japan navigate shifting economic …
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6 May 2025 12:10 am
EUR/USD Drifts Near 1.1300 as Markets Brace for Fed’s Rate Decision
The EUR/USD pair is languishing around 1.1300, trapped in a listless consolidation as traders fixate on the Federal Reserve’s looming rate decision on May 6-7, 2025. With European data taking a backseat and trade policy uncertainties swirling, the pair struggles to find direction. Here’s why EUR/USD is stuck, what’s shaping …
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5 May 2025 10:52 pm
Gold Rockets Past $3,320 as Dollar Dives and Fed Meeting Looms
MGold is blazing a trail above $3,320, surging over 2.47% as the US Dollar crumbles and markets brace for the Federal Reserve’s May 6-7, 2025, meeting. Despite upbeat US economic data signaling resilience, rising Treasury yields, and tariff-driven inflation fears, gold’s bullish momentum is unstoppable. With the Fed expected to …
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5 May 2025 10:06 pm
Dow Climbs 100 Points on PMI Strength, but Trade Tensions Cap Gains
The Dow Jones Industrial Average tacked on another 100 points on Monday, May 5, 2025, riding a wave of upbeat US economic data despite nagging trade policy uncertainties. A stronger-than-expected ISM Services PMI bolstered industrial stocks, yet inconsistent trade signals are keeping investor enthusiasm in check. With the Federal Reserve …
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5 May 2025 8:35 pm
Dollar Dips as Trade Uncertainty and Taiwan’s Surge Stir Markets
The US Dollar is stumbling, sliding to 99.93 on Monday, May 5, 2025, as renewed trade tensions and a historic Taiwan Dollar rally disrupt markets. Despite upbeat US economic data, thin holiday trading and shifting trade deal expectations are weighing on the Greenback. With the Federal Reserve’s next moves in …
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5 May 2025 2:16 pm
European Stocks Steady as Markets Await US-China Trade Developments and Fed Meeting
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 …
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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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