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February, 2025

• 13 February 2025 5:46 pm

  U.S. Producer Prices Surge in January, Strengthening Fed’s Higher-for-Longer Stance

  

  U.S. producer prices increased more than expected in January, reinforcing concerns that inflation is reaccelerating and pushing back expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts to the second half of 2025. According to Thursday’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) report: The Producer Price Index (PPI) for final demand rose 0.4% …

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• 13 February 2025 4:08 pm

  U.S. Stock Futures Trade Flat Amid Ukraine Peace Talks, Inflation Data in Focus

  

  U.S. stock index futures remained largely unchanged on Thursday as investors assessed potential peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, alongside upcoming inflation data and corporate earnings reports. As of 10:10 GMT: Dow Jones Futures fell 10 points (-0.1%) S&P 500 Futures dropped 1 point (-0.1%) Nasdaq 100 Futures edged up …

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• 13 February 2025 2:49 pm

  U.S. Dollar Retreats as Euro Rallies on Ukraine Peace Hopes

  

  The U.S. dollar weakened on Thursday, while the euro gained, as optimism grew over a potential resolution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict following discussions between U.S. President Donald Trump and the leaders of both nations. As of 09:25 GMT, the Dollar Index, which measures the greenback’s performance against a basket of …

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• 13 February 2025 1:49 pm

  Gold Prices Stay Near Record Highs Amid Peace Talks and Economic Uncertainty

  

  Gold prices rose in Asian trade on Thursday, holding close to record levels despite a broader risk-on sentiment in financial markets fueled by renewed hopes for a peace treaty between Russia and Ukraine. The yellow metal’s strength was primarily driven by a weaker U.S. dollar, which declined even after January’s …

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• 13 February 2025 12:55 pm

  European Stocks Hit Record Highs Amid Nestlé Earnings and U.S.-Russia Peace Talks

  

  European stocks surged to a record high on Thursday, driven by strong earnings from Nestlé and growing market optimism over potential peace talks between the United States and Russia regarding the ongoing war in Ukraine. As of 08:13 GMT, the pan-European STOXX 600 index gained 0.5%, extending its record-breaking rally …

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• 13 February 2025 10:58 am

  Oil Prices Decline Amid Potential Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks and U.S. Inflation Concerns

  

  Oil prices fell in Asian trading on Thursday as U.S. President Donald Trump signaled potential progress toward a peace treaty between Russia and Ukraine. The possibility of an agreement raised expectations that U.S. sanctions on Russian crude could be lifted, increasing global oil supply. Meanwhile, a higher-than-expected U.S. consumer inflation …

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• 13 February 2025 2:09 am

  BoC Meeting Minutes Reveal Canada’s Monetary Policy Challenge

  

  The Bank of Canada faces a complex challenge. Recent meeting minutes reveal that potential US tariffs are a central concern, prompting a pre-emptive rate cut to bolster economic activity. The council, including figures like Governor Tiff Macklem, are now carefully monitoring the economic landscape.Inflationary Pressures and the Risk of ContagionWhile …

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• 13 February 2025 1:21 am

  Is Bitcoin’s Rebound A Sign of Shifting Tides?

  

  Bitcoin’s recent price action has sparked considerable interest, particularly its swift recovery after an initial dip triggered by unexpectedly high U.S. inflation data. This rebound, coupled with other market dynamics, raises questions about the forces currently shaping the cryptocurrency landscape.Inflation’s Impact and the Fed’s HawkishnessThe release of stronger-than-anticipated Consumer Price …

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• 13 February 2025 12:31 am

  Gold’s Wild Week: XAU/USD recovers 0.20% after diving on hot CPI report

  

  Gold prices recovered 0.20% and are trading at $2,902 per ounce after having experienced a tumultuous week, swinging from record highs to significant losses. The precious metal’s roller-coaster ride reflects the complex interplay of economic data, Federal Reserve policy, and geopolitical risks. Gold Prices Chart – Source: TradingView Stronger-than-expected US …

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• 12 February 2025 11:14 pm

  Wall Street’s Latest Earnings Season: A Story of Two Realities

  

  US companies have delivered a robust earnings season, exceeding expectations and demonstrating significant growth. However, this positive performance has been overshadowed by broader economic concerns, leaving investors hesitant and stock prices subdued. This disconnect between strong earnings and market reaction reveals a complex interplay of factors influencing investor sentiment.Strong Earnings, …

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• 12 February 2025 10:22 pm

  Rate Cuts Sharply Dimmed Following Hot CPI Report, Powell’s Hawkish Rhetoric

  

  Expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts have taken a significant hit following the release of a hotter-than-anticipated inflation report for January and subsequent comments from Fed Chair Jerome Powell. Market predictions have undergone a dramatic shift, now suggesting a rate cut is highly unlikely before September of this year, …

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• 12 February 2025 9:35 pm

  Pound Sterling Under Pressure: US CPI Data Triggers Dollar Rally

  

  The GBP/USD fell below 1.2400 after stronger-than-expected US inflation data was released. The pair reached a low of 1.2374 as the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) exceeded 3% year-over-year for the first time since June 2024, signaling persistent price pressures. This has led investors to push back expectations for a …

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• 12 February 2025 8:26 pm

  Powell Testimony Live: Will Recent Inflation Data Impact the Fed’s Plans

  

  Jerome Powell, Chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed), testifies once again on the semiannual Monetary Policy Report, this time before the House Financial Services Committee.Key Highlights:“No changes to my commitment; I will not resign if asked by Trump.” ” The Fed’s previous policy framework did not limit our response …

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