Bitcoin faced a significant decline on Monday, falling 4.4% to $100,557.5, as broader market sentiment soured following tariff threats from U.S. President Donald Trump and a hawkish Federal Reserve outlook. The cryptocurrency market also grappled with the lingering ambiguity surrounding Trump’s stance on crypto regulations, adding to the downward pressure. …
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Weekly market recap: stagflation and Federal Reserve Bank into focus
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USD/JPY Slips to 145.00 Amid US Dollar Woes and Japan’s Spending Surge
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Gold Advances at $3,325.39 as Dollar Weakens and Global Tensions Flare
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Trump Stands Pat on Tariffs Even as New Trade Pacts Loom
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Dollar Dips as Stock Surge and Fed Hints at Rate Cut Loom
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Wall Street Futures Muted as Investors Await U.S.-China Trade Talks; Nvidia Eyes China Chip Shift
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Oil set for weekly gain on Easing Trade Tensions, UK Deal Boosts Sentiment
Oil prices extended gains on Friday, with benchmarks poised to end the week higher as optimism aroun…
Forex Report: Dollar Eases but Heads for Weekly Gain Amid Cooling Trade Tensions and Cautious Fed
The U.S. dollar slipped slightly in early European hours on Friday, though it remained on track for …
Market Analysis
January, 2025
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27 January 2025 2:41 am
Weekly Market Recap: Central banks could steer price action this week
Last week was marked by significant events that influenced global financial markets. The inauguration of President Donald Trump, who wasted no time addressing the world on various market-related issues, was among the highlights. Company earnings reports and the long-anticipated interest rate hike by the Bank of Japan also played a …
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25 January 2025 2:15 am
Alibaba’s Share Repurchases Highlight Strategic Financial Management
Alibaba Group Holding Limited has made multiple filings with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, submitting Next Day Disclosure Returns for January 20, 22, 23, and 24, 2025. These filings pertain to share repurchases made on the New York Stock Exchange between January 13 and January 17, 2025, showcasing the company’s …
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25 January 2025 1:52 am
Trump Pressures OPEC and Putin to Lower Oil Prices, Aims to End Ukraine War
Oil prices experienced a slight increase on Friday but concluded the week with a decline, marking the end of four consecutive weeks of gains. This shift follows President Trump’s announcement of major initiatives to boost domestic production and his renewed demand for OPEC to reduce crude prices.Price Movements Brent crude …
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24 January 2025 11:43 pm
Will Gold Shine Brighter After the Fed Meeting?
The Gold Index, XAU/USD, peaked above $2,785 per ounce, and at the time of writing, the precious metal is trading at $2,772.31 per ounce. The recent unexpected rise in the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) has reignited concerns about inflation, prompting investors to seek safe-haven assets like gold. Furthermore, escalating …
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24 January 2025 10:43 pm
Dow Jones Poised for Second Weekly Gain
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) traded sideways on Friday, experiencing minor fluctuations within a narrow range. Despite this subdued end to the week, equities remain firmly on a bullish trajectory, with the index poised for its second consecutive week of gains.The release of US Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) data, …
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24 January 2025 8:36 pm
US Dollar Declines as US PMI Reveals Stalled Outperformance
The US Dollar has fallen back to session lows and is on track for a more than 2% loss this week in the Dollar Index. President Trump delivered softer comments, suggesting that tariffs on China might not be imposed after all. As a result, the US Dollar Index (DXY) has …
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24 January 2025 7:39 pm
American Express Exceeds Expectations With Strong Q4 Results
American Express reported fourth-quarter financial results that largely met market expectations. The company achieved earnings per share (EPS) of $3.04, slightly surpassing the consensus estimate, while total revenue aligned with analyst projections at $17.18 billion. Notably, billed business reached a record high of $408.4 billion, reflecting a robust 8% year-over-year …
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24 January 2025 3:46 pm
Davos Highlights: Business Leaders and Trump Push EU for Faster Deregulation
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, global business leaders echoed U.S. President Donald Trump’s calls for the European Union to expedite deregulation and enhance competition. The discussions underscored growing concerns about the EU’s ability to keep pace with other developed markets, particularly in light of rapid advancements in technology …
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24 January 2025 2:48 pm
Oil Prices Edge Higher, Set for Weekly Decline Amid Trump’s Energy Policies and Market Caution
Oil prices saw a modest rise on Friday but remained poised for weekly losses as markets reacted to U.S. President Donald Trump’s aggressive energy policies and ongoing global economic concerns. Market Performance Brent Crude Futures: Up 0.4% to $78.61 per barrel, down nearly 3% for the week. West Texas Intermediate …
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24 January 2025 1:21 pm
Gold Prices Near Record Highs on Weaker Dollar and Rate Cut Calls
Gold prices climbed in Asian trading on Friday, approaching record highs as a weakening U.S. dollar and President Donald Trump’s call for immediate interest rate cuts bolstered safe-haven demand. Market Performance Spot Gold: Up 0.7% to $2,773.91 per ounce, near its record high of $2,790.41. Gold Futures (Feb): Gained 0.6%, …
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24 January 2025 1:07 am
Market Drivers: US Session
The US Dollar Index weakened on Thursday as investors digested recent announcements regarding trade policy. Market focus now shifts to key US economic data, including flash Manufacturing and Services PMIs, Existing Home Sales, and the final Michigan Consumer Sentiment.EUR/USD resumed its uptrend, boosted by a weaker dollar and supported by …
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24 January 2025 12:55 am
Breaking Free: The Bank of Japan’s Path to Monetary Policy Normalization
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) is poised to significantly raise its benchmark interest rate, signaling a decisive shift in its monetary policy and marking a crucial step towards economic normalization. This move, widely anticipated by markets, reflects growing confidence in the sustainability of inflation and a strengthening economic recovery.The expected …
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