US President Donald Trump has reignited trade tensions with Canada by imposing sweeping tariffs, marking a significant escalation in his administration’s trade policies. On March 4, 2025, the United States implemented a 25% tariff on all Canadian goods entering the country, with a slightly reduced rate of 10% applied to …
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The US dollar teeters near multi-month lows, trading around 98.5, as markets await the Nonfarm Payro…
EUR/USD Retreats as ECB Signals Policy Pause
The EUR/USD pair recently pulled back from a multi-week high near 1.1500, trading at 1.143 with a mo…
Oil Prices Slip as U.S. Fuel Stockpiles Rise, Saudi Price Cuts Add Pressure
Oil prices fell in Asian trade on Thursday, extending losses from the previous session as rising U.S…
The Euro’s Moment? Weak US Data and ECB Action Set the Stage
The euro strengthened against the US dollar, with the EUR/USD pair climbing above 1.14. This shift c…
Post ADP Data: USD/JPY Decline Highlights Yen’s Strength, Economic Shifts
The Japanese Yen is gaining momentum against a faltering US Dollar, with the USD/JPY pair dropping b…
Uncertainty Fuels Gold’s Surge as US Data Signals Slowdown
Rising amidst economic headwinds, gold has once again demonstrated its traditional role as a safe-ha…
Explainer: What Implications China’s Economic Slowdown Could Have On World Markets
China’s economy, the world’s second-largest, is faltering, sending ripples of concern through global…
Bulgaria and Ukraine: Eurozone Ambitions and Economic Alignment
Bulgaria’s path to euro adoption, scheduled for January 2026, and Ukraine’s pursuit of EU integratio…
Will the ECB Cut Rates Again? More About Opportunities, Challenges for the Eurozone
The European Central Bank (ECB) is poised to reduce its deposit rate by 0.25 percentage points to 2%…
China and EU Push For Fresh Trade Talks In July
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Market Analysis
March, 2025
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4 March 2025 10:35 pm
Trump Ignites Trade Firestorm: Reciprocal Tariffs on Canada Escalate Economic Tensions
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4 March 2025 9:42 pm
EUR/USD Ignites: 1.4% Surge Breaks 100-Day SMA, Bulls Target 1.0560!
EUR/USD experienced a significant surge following the European trading session, propelling the pair beyond the 1.0520 level as bullish momentum intensified. This upward trajectory was marked by a decisive break above the crucial 100-day Simple Moving Average (SMA), a technical milestone that solidified the bullish sentiment. The pair has now …
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4 March 2025 8:18 pm
US dollar faces downward pressure amid tariff concerns
The US Dollar is currently facing significant downward pressure, as escalating trade tensions and growing economic concerns weigh heavily on investor sentiment. The catalyst for this decline is the implementation of US tariffs, which have triggered swift and substantial retaliatory measures from key trading partners, notably Canada and China. This …
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4 March 2025 7:23 pm
Yen’s Ascent: US Administration’s Currency Concerns Fuel Market Frenzy Amidst BoJ’s Tightening Grip
The intricate dance of the USD/JPY exchange rate has taken a dramatic turn, spotlighting a stark contrast between the US administration’s currency apprehensions and the market’s bullish fervor. While Washington voices concerns over perceived currency manipulation, particularly by Japan, analysts are keenly observing the Bank of Japan’s (BoJ) tightening policy, …
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4 March 2025 4:40 pm
European Auto and Banking Stocks Slide Amid Rising Trade Tensions
European equity markets suffered broad-based declines today, as heightened global trade tensions triggered a sell-off in auto stocks, banks, and industrial sectors. The downturn followed the U.S. imposing tariffs on Canada and Mexico, with China retaliating through tariffs on U.S. agricultural goods and export restrictions on certain defense companies. Auto …
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4 March 2025 3:37 pm
Saudi Aramco Forecasts Lower Dividends in 2025 Amid Declining Profits
Saudi Aramco (TADAWUL:2222), the world’s largest oil company, announced on Tuesday that it expects to declare $85.4 billion in total dividends in 2025, a notable decrease from the $124.25 billion distributed in 2024. Financial Performance: Declining Profitability in 2024 The oil giant reported a 12.4% drop in full-year 2024 net …
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4 March 2025 1:33 pm
Bitcoin Extends Losses as Trump’s Crypto Reserve Hype Fades
Bitcoin tumbled on Tuesday, deepening its losses from the prior session, as excitement over U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed national cryptocurrency reserve quickly faded. The broader crypto market also suffered heavy losses, as investor sentiment took a hit from Trump’s tariff hikes on China, Canada, and Mexico, which escalated concerns …
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4 March 2025 12:42 pm
Gold Prices Hold Steady as U.S. Tariffs on Mexico, Canada Take Effect
Gold prices remained largely unchanged in Asian trading on Tuesday, with safe-haven demand providing support amid escalating trade tensions. The market reacted to the implementation of U.S. tariffs on Mexico and Canada, alongside further tariff escalations against China. As of 00:23 ET (05:23 GMT), Spot Gold was steady at $2,892.98 …
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4 March 2025 12:59 am
Crude Crash: Oil Prices Hit Rock Bottom on Supply, Tariff Concerns
Oil prices fell 2% to a 12-week low on Monday, influenced by reports that OPEC+ will proceed with a planned oil output increase in April and concerns that U.S. tariffs could negatively impact global economic growth and oil demand.Brent futures settled at $71.62 a barrel, down $1.19, or 1.6%, while …
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4 March 2025 12:27 am
Australian Dollar Recovers; Retail Sales and RBA Minutes in Focus
The Australian dollar (AUD) began the week with a notable rebound, halting a six-day decline that saw it lose 3% against the US dollar (USD). Currently, AUD/USD is trading at 0.6203 in North American trading, marking a 0.71% increase for the day.Key Economic Data on the HorizonTraders are now anticipating …
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3 March 2025 11:29 pm
Europe’s Defense Spending Dilemma: A Looming Forex Market Fingerprint
The tumultuous geopolitical landscape in Europe, dominated by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and heightened tensions with Russia, has ignited a complex interplay of security concerns and economic realities, leaving an indelible mark on the forex market. While Europe’s latent capacity for self-defense and sustained support for Ukraine has proven …
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3 March 2025 10:26 pm
Trump’s Crypto Reserve Announcement Sparks Surge in Cryptocurrencies
The cryptocurrency market experienced a significant boost early Monday, with Bitcoin and other digital currencies like Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin, Solana, and Cardano seeing sharp price increases. This surge followed President Donald Trump’s announcement of a U.S. crypto strategic reserve aimed at bolstering the industry. Despite the rise, prices remained below …
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3 March 2025 9:28 pm
Wall Street Eyes NFP Data Amid Shifting Economic Signals
US market is bracing for Friday’s crucial employment data, a potential catalyst amidst swirling recession anxieties. Recent market behavior reflects this unease, with volatility dominating trading sessions. While inflation figures have offered a degree of comfort, a concerning dip in consumer spending and a subsequent downward revision of GDP forecasts …
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