Market Analysis

January, 2025

  • 21 January 2025 2:02 pm

    Germany’s Foreign Trade Sector Braces for Sales Decline in 2025 Amid Economic Challenges

    The German trade association BGA has painted a bleak outlook for the country’s foreign trade sector in 2025, with an anticipated 2.7% decline in turnover compared to 2024. Nearly 80% of businesses involved in foreign trade are expecting a further drop in sales this year, reflecting a challenging economic climate. …

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  • 21 January 2025 1:20 pm

    Forex: Dollar Edges Higher Amid Renewed Trade Tariff Concerns Under Trump

    The U.S. dollar partially recovered from sharp losses on Tuesday after President Donald Trump hinted at potential tariffs on Canada and Mexico, reigniting concerns over trade policy volatility. The comments marked a shift from earlier signals suggesting a more measured approach to new trade taxes, sparking swift reactions across currency …

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  • 21 January 2025 11:53 am

    Bitcoin Drops as Crypto Markets Await Clarity on Trump’s Policies

    Bitcoin fell sharply on Tuesday, retreating from record highs, as traders awaited concrete policy signals from U.S. President Donald Trump after his first day in office. Despite anticipation of pro-crypto executive orders, Trump’s initial actions focused on other priorities, dampening risk sentiment across crypto markets. Bitcoin Retreats from Record Highs …

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  • 21 January 2025 11:14 am

    Gold Prices Gain as Dollar Weakens, Traders Eye Trump’s Policies

    Gold prices edged higher in Asian trading on Tuesday, bolstered by a weaker U.S. dollar, as market participants turned their focus to policy uncertainties stemming from U.S. President Donald Trump’s inauguration. Gold Shines as a Safe Haven Amid Policy Uncertainty Spot gold rose 0.3% to $2,727.39 per ounce, while February …

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  • 21 January 2025 4:24 am

    GBP/USD Gains Momentum Ahead of UK Labor Data

    The GBP/USD pair climbed 1.35% on Monday, surpassing the 1.2300 mark. This rise comes as markets react to President Donald Trump’s decision to backtrack on day-one tariffs. Traders are now eagerly awaiting the release of UK labor and employment figures on Tuesday.Market Reaction to Trump’s Tariff Reversal The market’s relief …

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  • 21 January 2025 2:46 am

    Market Drivers; US Session

    President Trump’s Inauguration and Market Impacts The US dollar started the week on a defensive note as market participants closely monitored President Trump’s Inauguration Day. The inactivity in US markets due to Martin Luther King Jr. Day contributed to the sharp decline in the US Dollar Index (DXY). By Monday, …

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  • 21 January 2025 1:51 am

    USD/CAD Weakening: Trump Delays Tariff Blitz, Shifting Trade Winds

    The US Dollar (USD) recently experienced a sharp decline against major currencies following reports suggesting a potential shift in the incoming Trump Administration’s trade policy. While the campaign rhetoric heavily emphasized broad-based tariffs of 10-20% on all imports, recent indications point towards a more nuanced approach.Woes as well as concerns …

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  • 21 January 2025 12:55 am

    Trump to Unveil “America First” Trade Policy

    In his inaugural public appearance as the newly-declared President of the United States, Donald Trump reaffirmed several of his bold campaign promises. Among these, he emphasized his intention to seize control of the Panama Canal and establish an “external revenue service” to collect profits from tariffs his administration plans to …

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  • 20 January 2025 11:49 pm

    US Dollar Declines Following Trump’s Remarks

    Investors Cash in Amidst Trade Tensions and Holiday LullAfter President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, the US dollar faced a decline as investors cashed in their profits amidst ongoing trade tensions and a holiday pause in bond markets. Early indicators from the incoming administration suggest a deliberate approach to tariffs and fiscal …

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  • 20 January 2025 9:54 pm

    Promoting Oil Drilling Prioritized In Trump’s Inaugural Address

    President Trump Outlines Vision for a “Golden Age”In his inaugural address after being sworn in as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025, Donald Trump presented his vision for ushering America into a “golden age.” Speaking at the Capitol Rotunda, Trump detailed his administration’s “America First” …

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  • 20 January 2025 8:52 pm

    XAU/USD Rises Amidst Trump’s Inauguration

    Market Response to Trump’s Inauguration Gold prices saw a moderate increase on Monday as market liquidity remained thin following the swearing-in of Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States. During his inauguration speech, the US dollar experienced a significant dip, reaching a nine-day low, as Trump indicated …

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  • 20 January 2025 7:46 pm

    Winds of Legal Trouble for Dogecoin Amid Donald Trump’s Inauguration

    Dogecoin

    Dogecoin (DOGE) experienced a nearly 5% rally on Monday, gaining momentum as Donald Trump’s inauguration approaches. However, the cryptocurrency could be at risk of erasing its recent gains due to an imminent lawsuit uncovered by The Washington Post.Allegations Against Elon Musk’s DOGE The lawsuit alleges that Elon Musk’s Department of …

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  • 20 January 2025 6:04 pm

    TikTok Resumes U.S. Operations After Supreme Court Ban, Trump Vows to “Save” Platform

    TikTok began restoring its services in the United States on Sunday, hours after the app went offline following a Supreme Court-backed ban. The ban, approved by Congress, required TikTok to divest from its Chinese ownership due to concerns about potential misuse of user data by the Chinese government. Supreme Court …

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