Market Analysis

August, 2025

  • 11 August 2025 9:35 am

    Oil Prices Decline Amid U.S.-Russia Talks and Weak Chinese Inflation Data

    Oil prices continued their downward trajectory in Asian trading on Monday, extending the sharp declines observed last week. Investors are closely watching the upcoming U.S.-Russia summit, while concerns about demand persist amid weak economic data from top oil importer China. Key Drivers of Oil Price Decline: U.S.-Russia Summit and Tariff …

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  • 10 August 2025 11:12 pm

    Weekly Recap: Global Markets Grapple with Volatility as Tariffs and Policy Shifts Dominate

    Global financial markets faced a turbulent week from August 4-8, 2025, marked by a fragile rebound overshadowed by escalating trade tensions, mixed economic signals, and shifts in central bank policy. U.S. stocks staged a recovery, with the tech sector leading gains, while European and Asian equities showed resilience despite trade-related …

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  • 9 August 2025 2:34 am

    Is Alaska’s August 15 Trump-Putin Summit A Potential Game-Changer for Global Markets?

    On August 15, 2025, a highly anticipated meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska could reshape global financial markets. With discussions centered on a possible ceasefire in the Ukraine conflict, the outcome of this summit has the potential to influence energy prices, stock indices, …

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  • 9 August 2025 12:48 am

    Trump Shakes Up Fed with New Appointment, Eyes Powell’s Successor

    US Donald Trump announced a bold move for the Federal Reserve, nominating Stephen Miran to temporarily fill a vacant governor seat, keeping options open for selecting Jerome Powell’s successor as Fed Chair in May 2026. Miran’s appointment, pending Senate confirmation, follows Adriana Kugler’s unexpected resignation on August 1, whose term …

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  • 9 August 2025 12:18 am

    Euro Holds Near Weekly Highs Amid U.S. Dollar Weakness

    The Euro (EUR) maintained strength against the U.S. Dollar (USD) on Friday, August 8, 2025, with the EUR/USD pair trading at 1.1648, down slightly by 0.14% but holding close to the weekly high near 1.1700. The pair’s resilience comes as the dollar faces a weekly loss of over 1.84%, driven …

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  • 8 August 2025 11:03 pm

    Swiss Franc Edges Up Amid U.S. Tariff Pressures on Gold Exports

    The Swiss Franc (CHF) gained slightly against the U.S. Dollar (USD) on Friday, with the USD/CHF pair rising to 0.8082, up 0.00163 CHF (+0.20%) at 10:58 PM EEST. The pair remained confined to a narrow range, reflecting cautious market sentiment as traders assessed the impact of new U.S. tariffs on …

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  • 8 August 2025 10:11 pm

    Oil Prices Slide Amid U.S. Tariff Tensions and Global Supply Shifts

    Oil markets faced renewed pressure on Friday, August 8, 2025, with West Texas Intermediate (WTI) settling at $63.48 per barrel, down $0.33 (-0.52%), and Brent crude at $66.24, down $0.18 (-0.27%), as of 11:25 PM EEST. Both benchmarks have slumped over 5% this week, driven by U.S. tariffs targeting Indian …

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  • 8 August 2025 9:09 pm

    With 3% Weekly Gain: Gold Prices Hover Below $3,400 Amid Tariff Tensions

    Gold prices held steady at $3,396.55 per troy ounce on Friday, August 8, 2025, showing a marginal gain of $0.07 (0.00%) in a cautious trading session at 8:45 PM EEST. After touching a two-week high of $3,409.43 earlier in the day, the precious metal struggled to break the key $3,400 …

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  • 8 August 2025 8:07 pm

    Pound Sterling Holds Firm as BoE Signals Future Pause on Rate Cuts

    The GBP/USD pair remained steady at 1.3437 during Friday’s North American trading session on August 8, 2025, as the U.S. dollar staged a modest recovery. The Bank of England’s (BoE) decision to cut interest rates by 25 basis points on Thursday, in a closely contested 5-4 vote, has fueled market …

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  • 8 August 2025 7:07 pm

    Fed Signals Optimism Amid Tariff and Labor Challenges

    The U.S. economy is holding steady, with recent remarks from a Federal Reserve official highlighting resilience despite ongoing challenges. Financial institutions report reduced funding pressures and solid credit quality, signaling a stable economic foundation. However, businesses continue to grapple with a shortage of skilled labor, prompting cautious approaches to capital …

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  • 8 August 2025 5:28 pm

    Canada’s Job Losses Surpass Expectations as Labor Market Struggles in July

    Bank of Canada

    Canada’s labor market took an unexpected downturn in July, shedding 41,000 jobs and reversing much of the previous month’s solid gains. The data marks a troubling shift for the nation’s employment prospects and underscores growing challenges in the country’s economic recovery. Key Takeaways from the July Labor Market Report Job …

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  • 8 August 2025 2:16 pm

    Bitcoin Rises Amid Trump’s New Executive Order on Alternative Assets in 401(k)s

    Bitcoin saw a 1.7% rise on Friday, extending its recent gains, after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at allowing more alternative assets, including cryptocurrencies, to be used in 401(k) retirement accounts. The move boosted investor confidence in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, as it opens up new …

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  • 8 August 2025 1:13 pm

    Gold Prices Rise Amid Trade Uncertainty and Tariffs

    Gold prices continued their upward momentum on Friday, heading for weekly gains as U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade tariffs took effect, amplifying global economic uncertainty. Gold Prices Show Resilience At 05:05 ET (09:05 GMT), spot gold was up by 0.1%, trading at $3,397.69 an ounce, while COMEX gold futures for …

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