Market Analysis

July, 2025

  • 30 July 2025 2:35 am

    BoC Poised to Hold Rates Steady Amid Trade Tensions

    As the Bank of Canada prepares to announce its interest rate decision on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, expectations are mounting that the central bank will keep its benchmark rate unchanged at 2.75% for the third consecutive meeting. Persistent inflation, a surprisingly resilient labor market, and looming trade uncertainties with the …

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  • 30 July 2025 1:23 am

    Crude Oil Surges as Trump Issues Ultimatum to Russia

    Crude oil prices soared on Tuesday, driven by heightened geopolitical tensions as the U.S. issued a bold ultimatum to Russia. The U.S. President announced a ten-day deadline for Russia to reach a deal with Ukraine, threatening severe economic sanctions, including steep tariffs on Russian crude oil and secondary penalties on …

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  • 30 July 2025 12:12 am

    Pound Slips Amid Risk-Off Sentiment and US-EU Trade Deal Concerns

    The British pound faced modest losses on Tuesday, caught in the crosshairs of a resurgent US dollar and a broader shift in investor sentiment. Despite hopes for a boost from a newly announced US-EU trade agreement, the currency struggled as markets turned cautious, favoring safe-haven assets over riskier ones like …

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  • 29 July 2025 11:29 pm

    Trade Talks Intensify as August 12 Tariff Deadline Looms

    Global trade negotiations are heating up as the United States and China race against a looming August 12 deadline to resolve tariff disputes, with the U.S. signaling flexibility but maintaining pressure for favorable deals. Following the latest round of talks, optimism persists that progress is being made, though concrete agreements …

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  • 29 July 2025 10:45 pm

    US Session Key Drivers: Markets Brace for Fed Decision as Dollar Surges

    The US dollar charged to new multi-week peaks on Tuesday, fueled by growing uncertainties in global trade and eager anticipation for the Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest rate decision. Investors are also eyeing the critical Nonfarm Payrolls report later this week, which could further shape market dynamics. As the dollar strengthens, …

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  • 29 July 2025 9:29 pm

    Earnings Deluge: Tech Giants and Industry Leaders Set to Drive Market Volatility This Week

    Investors are bracing for a high-impact week as hundreds of American companies, including several market-moving giants, prepare to release their quarterly earnings reports on Tuesday, July 29, and Wednesday, July 30, 2025. These announcements will provide crucial insights into corporate financial health across diverse sectors and are expected to significantly …

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  • 29 July 2025 8:13 pm

    FOMC Faces Firestorm: Unprecedented Split, Trump Pressure Looming Over Rate Decision

    As the Federal Reserve prepares for its July meeting on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, a volatile mix of political pressure from President Donald Trump and an unprecedented 30-year split among governors threatens to shake its foundation. With Chair Jerome Powell under fire, the central bank is set to hold interest …

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  • 29 July 2025 7:11 pm

    Boeing’s Q2 Performance Shows Improvement Amidst Ongoing Challenges

    Boeing, the prominent aircraft manufacturer, reported a narrowed second-quarter loss and increased revenue, surpassing Wall Street’s expectations. This improvement comes as the company continues to navigate a series of operational and safety challenges.For the three months ending June 30, the company reported a loss of $611 million, or 92 cents …

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  • 29 July 2025 3:22 pm

    Bitcoin Remains Rangebound Amid Trade Talks and Fed Decision

    Bitcoin stayed steady near $119,000 on Tuesday as investors awaited further clarity on U.S. trade negotiations and remained cautious ahead of the Federal Reserve’s policy decision scheduled for Wednesday. The world’s largest cryptocurrency had been trading sideways for most of July after reaching a record high above $123,000 earlier this …

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  • 29 July 2025 2:12 pm

    Visa and Mastercard to Report Strong Quarterly Profits Amid Consumer Resilience and Trade Uncertainty

    Visa (NYSE:V) and Mastercard (NYSE:MA), the world’s largest payment processors, are expected to report higher quarterly profits this week, driven by steady consumer spending. As one of the most widely used payment networks globally, both companies stand well-positioned to withstand economic downturns, thanks to their broad consumer base and diversification …

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  • 29 July 2025 12:41 pm

    European Equities Edge Higher Amid Trade Deal Optimism and Corporate Results

    European equities saw a modest uptick on Tuesday, lifted by corporate earnings reports, notably in EssilorLuxottica, and optimism surrounding the newly inked trade deal between the U.S. and the European Union. Market Performance Pan-European STOXX 600 index: Rose 0.5% by 0815 GMT. Germany’s DAX and France’s CAC 40: Both added …

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  • 29 July 2025 11:50 am

    Gold Prices Steady Near Three-Week Lows as Dollar Strengthens, Trade Tensions Ease

    Gold prices held steady near three-week lows on Tuesday, with a stronger U.S. dollar and easing global trade tensions limiting demand for the safe-haven metal. Investors are awaiting a key U.S. Federal Reserve policy decision due this week, which has added caution to market sentiment. Gold Price Movements Spot Gold: …

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  • 29 July 2025 2:12 am

    Oil Prices Rally as Supply Tightened Over Global Dynamics

    Crude Prices Bounce BackOn July 28, 2025, oil prices surged, with West Texas Intermediate (WTI, CL=F) climbing 2.38% to $66.71 per barrel and Brent crude (UKOIL) rising 1.82% to $69.53, up $1.24 from its previous close of $68.29. Brent traded within a daily range of $67.56 to $69.66, signaling a …

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