Market Analysis

August, 2025

  • 12 August 2025 1:09 am

    EUR/USD Declines Amid US CPI Anticipation and Geopolitical Shifts

    The EUR/USD currency pair slipped by 0.26%, settling at 1.1615 after reaching a daily high of 1.1675. The decline was driven by increased demand for the US dollar as traders positioned themselves ahead of the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) data release scheduled for Tuesday. This upcoming inflation report is …

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  • 12 August 2025 12:37 am

    EU vs. US on Russia: When Sanctions Clash with Concessions

    The European Union and the United States are adopting starkly different approaches to Russia’s war in Ukraine, creating a transatlantic rift with significant geopolitical and market implications. While Brussels doubles down on economic sanctions, Washington’s shift toward diplomacy and concessions signals a potential softening of pressure on Moscow. This divergence …

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  • 11 August 2025 11:51 pm

    Market Movers – North America Session: US CPI Data Stirs Global Markets

    Global financial markets are on high alert as investors brace for a crucial week dominated by the upcoming US Consumer Price Index (CPI) data. The US dollar has gained traction, pushing past the 99.00 level on the US Dollar Index, though it later relinquished some of those gains. This uptick …

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  • 11 August 2025 10:41 pm

    Gold’s Glitter Dims but Bullish Path Persists Ahead of Key CPI Data

    Gold prices faced a turbulent start to the week of August 11, 2025, dropping sharply to around $3,345 per troy ounce, a decline of nearly 1.5% on Monday, as optimism over potential Russia-Ukraine peace talks and a firmer risk appetite curbed safe-haven demand. December gold futures fell $80.50 to $3,410.80, …

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  • 11 August 2025 9:48 pm

    Trump-Putin Summit Casts Shadow Over EUR/JPY as Markets Await Key Data

    The EUR/JPY currency pair is holding steady as investors shift their focus to a crucial upcoming geopolitical event. On Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska on August 15 to discuss a potential end to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. …

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  • 11 August 2025 9:44 pm

    Wall Street Eyes New Heights Amid Inflation Watch and Tariff Talks

    US stock markets held steady as investors anticipated key economic data and navigated evolving trade policies. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dipped slightly by 0.3%, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite edged up by 0.2% and 0.3%, respectively, both poised for potential record-breaking closes. This followed a strong week …

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  • 11 August 2025 8:43 pm

    US Inflation Fears Weigh on Canadian Dollar

    The Canadian Dollar (CAD) is taking a step back against the US Dollar (USD) as markets grow cautious ahead of a crucial US inflation report. With a light economic calendar on the Canadian side, the Greenback is in the driver’s seat, fueled by market anticipation and a general move toward …

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  • 11 August 2025 7:52 pm

    US and China Approach Trade Truce

    The United States and China are likely to extend their current tariff truce, which is set to expire this week. The move could pave the way for a more comprehensive trade deal to be finalized at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in South Korea at the end of October. …

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  • 11 August 2025 4:02 pm

    U.S. Stock Futures Hold Steady as Investors Prepare for Key Week Amid Trade Policy and Tariff Uncertainty

    U.S. stock index futures were largely unchanged on Monday as investors braced for a busy week ahead, with major semiconductor companies facing uncertainty due to the latest developments in U.S.-China trade policy. Semiconductor giants Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) and Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD) were both in the red, with Nvidia …

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  • 11 August 2025 2:05 pm

    Bitcoin and Ether Surge as U.S. Crypto-Friendly Move Boosts Markets

    Bitcoin extended its strong rebound on Monday, climbing 3.4% to $122,084.1 by 01:00 ET (05:00 GMT), staying within reach of its mid-July record high of over $123,000. The surge follows significant momentum from the latter part of last week, fueled by U.S. President Donald Trump’s executive order, which allowed retirement …

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  • 11 August 2025 12:56 pm

    U.S. Dollar Holds Steady Ahead of Tariff Deal Deadline and Inflation Report

    The U.S. dollar remained relatively unchanged on Monday as investors awaited crucial events set to shape market expectations in the coming days. With Tuesday’s deadline looming for Washington and Beijing to finalize a tariff deal, alongside a key U.S. inflation report, the currency remains in a holding pattern ahead of …

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  • 11 August 2025 12:07 pm

    European Shares Rise Amid Optimism Over Potential Ukraine Peace Deal

    Europe

    European stocks extended their gains on Monday, maintaining strong momentum from the previous week. Investors are buoyed by growing optimism over a potential peace agreement in Ukraine, while also shifting their focus towards upcoming U.S. inflation data and tariff negotiations set for later in the week. The pan-European STOXX 600 …

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  • 11 August 2025 11:30 am

    Gold Prices Decline Ahead of U.S. Inflation Data and Tariff Clarity

    Gold prices saw a decline in Asian trade on Monday, as investors awaited key inflation data from the U.S. and sought clarity from the White House on upcoming tariff rulings affecting bullion bars. Gold Prices Dip Amid Market Uncertainty: Spot Gold: Spot gold fell 0.7%, reaching $3,376.24 an ounce. Gold …

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