Gold prices rose slightly on Wednesday, recovering some overnight losses after stronger-than-expected U.S. consumer inflation data boosted the dollar and dampened expectations of near-term interest rate cuts. However, ongoing uncertainties surrounding U.S. trade tariffs, the Federal Reserve’s independence, and geopolitical tensions continued to support demand for safe-haven assets like gold. …
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After a turbulent week marked by financial sector jitters and political uncertainty, the Dow Jones I…
Gold Retreats from Record High as Trump Softens Stance on China
Gold’s meteoric rise hit a speed bump on Friday, slipping 2% from its all-time high after U.S. Presi…
Washington Stalemate Deepens: U.S. Government Shutdown Hits 17 Days With No End in Sight
The United States government shutdown entered its 17th day on Friday, making it the third-longest in…
Euro Holds Firm as France Restores Political Calm, While UK Faces Fiscal Strain
The euro remained stable on Friday, supported by renewed political calm in France after recent tensi…
Bitcoin’s October Slump Fuels Hope for a Major Comeback
Bitcoin’s price dropped again in October, stirring memories of past downturns that often came just b…
Washington Moves to Ease Capital Rules for Small Banks in Bid to Boost Lending
U.S. regulators are preparing a proposal aimed at giving community banks more room to lend by easing…
Swiss Franc Rises as Global Trade Worries and Rate Cut Bets Pressure the US Dollar
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U.S. Futures Extend Losses as Regional Bank Worries and Geopolitical Tensions Weigh
U.S. stock index futures slipped further on Friday, extending the previous session’s selloff as rene…
Oil Prices Slip as Trump–Putin Peace Talks Ease Supply Fears
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Bank of Japan Signals Continued Tightening Path Amid Global Uncertainty
The Bank of Japan (BOJ) reaffirmed its cautious yet tightening stance on Friday, as Deputy Governor …
Market Analysis
July, 2025
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16 July 2025 11:59 am
Oil Prices Rise as OPEC+ Maintains Demand Outlook and U.S. Crude Inventories Increase Modestly
Oil prices rebounded on Wednesday after two days of losses, as OPEC+ expressed confidence in global demand despite an increase in output, and investors weighed a slight rise in U.S. crude inventories. Key Highlights: Brent Crude: Brent futures for September rose 0.4% to $69.01 per barrel. WTI Crude: U.S. West …
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16 July 2025 4:31 am
Silver Flexes Bullish Muscle: Targeting Fresh Highs Amidst Soaring Demand
Silver has decisively broken through critical resistance levels, signaling the official onset of a robust bull market. Analysts pinpoint a convergence of bullish technicals, tightening supply-demand dynamics, and a pronounced historical undervaluation, all propelling silver towards a potential retest of its $50 per ounce historical high.While gold consistently hit records, …
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16 July 2025 2:20 am
Trump-Backed Crypto Bills Stall, Sending Bitcoin Tumbling
Bitcoin saw a significant drop on Tuesday, falling to as low as $115,222, after a series of cryptocurrency-related bills, prominently championed by President Donald Trump, hit an unexpected roadblock in the House of Representatives. The digital currency’s price was last reported around $116,443, marking a nearly 4% decline from its …
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16 July 2025 1:20 am
Trump Blazes Ahead: Tariffs, Jets, and Global Power Plays
On Tuesday, July 15, U.S. President Donald Trump unleashed a remarkable array of trade moves, tariff threats, and economic demands, shaking up global markets. From securing a massive trade deal with Indonesia to pushing for access to India’s vast market, Trump kept the world on edge. He also issued a …
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16 July 2025 12:18 am
Pound Powers Up: Can GBP/JPY Break Through Amid Tariff Tensions?
The British Pound is gaining ground against the Japanese Yen, with GBP/JPY hovering near 199.30 on Tuesday, buoyed by diverging central bank policies and Yen weakness. As markets brace for UK inflation data and looming US-Japan trade talks, the pair faces a critical test—can it push past key levels or …
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15 July 2025 11:09 pm
Nvidia’s AI Chip Sales, Inflation, and Earnings Drive Market Movements
Equity markets experienced mixed performance as key economic indicators and significant policy developments influenced investor sentiment. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) indicated accelerating inflation in June, major banks commenced earnings season with varied results, and a notable shift in trade policy regarding artificial intelligence (AI) chips emerged, prominently featuring Nvidia. …
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15 July 2025 10:34 pm
Russia’s Tariff Threat Meets Oil’s Quiet Slide
Crude oil prices are easing today, with markets shrugging off tariff tensions and focusing on steady supply shifts. WTI Light Crude Oil dips 0.17% to $65.505, while Brent Crude falls 0.49% to $68.71. As global demand wavers and production holds firm, the energy sector faces a pivotal moment—can prices stabilize …
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15 July 2025 9:41 pm
JPMorgan Shines Bright: U.S. Banks Drop Jaw-Dropping Q2 2025 Earnings
The U.S. banking sector kicked off its second-quarter earnings season with a killer start, as major players like JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup, Wells Fargo, and Bank of New York Mellon unveiled results that had investors buzzing. Despite economic turbulence from President Donald Trump’s tariff policies and volatile markets, these financial giants …
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15 July 2025 9:20 pm
Dollar Rallies as Inflation Heats Up, Trump Demands Rate Cuts
The US Dollar is on a tear, with the Dollar Index (DXY) climbing above 98.70 — its strongest level in weeks — as fresh inflation data from June casts doubt on imminent interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) report revealed a sharper-than-expected rise in …
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15 July 2025 8:22 pm
Markets Update: Canadian Inflation Rises to 1.9% in June, Dimming Hopes for Bank of Canada Rate Cut
Canada’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) climbed to 1.9% year-over-year in June, up from 1.7% in May, according to Statistics Canada’s Tuesday release. The uptick fell short of economists’ expectations of a 2% rise, but core inflation measures remained elevated, signaling persistent price pressures and reducing the likelihood of a Bank …
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15 July 2025 7:20 pm
EUR/JPY Surges to New Yearly High Above 173.00 Amid Yen Weakness
The EUR/JPY pair climbed to a fresh yearly peak, holding above 173.00 during Tuesday’s American trading session, a level not seen since July 12, 2024. The Euro extended gains against the Japanese Yen for the third straight session, driven by persistent Yen weakness fueled by wide interest rate differentials, import-driven …
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15 July 2025 5:26 pm
Wells Fargo Beats Q2 Profit Estimates but Cuts 2025 NII Forecast
Wells Fargo reported strong second-quarter earnings, surpassing analysts’ profit estimates, but cut its 2025 net interest income (NII) guidance, leading to a 3% drop in shares in pre-market trading. Key Highlights: Net Income: Wells Fargo posted $5.49 billion ($1.60 per share), up from $4.91 billion ($1.33 per share) a year …
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