European stocks traded quietly on Friday, consolidating after a generally positive week that featured a strong earnings season and the implementation of U.S. tariffs. Muted Market Moves By 03:05 ET (07:05 GMT), the DAX index in Germany dropped 0.2%, while France’s CAC 40 gained 0.4%, and the FTSE 100 in …
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U.S. Factory Orders Rebound in August, but Core Capex Softer Than First Estimated
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Dollar dips as dovish Fed comments weigh; euro steadies, yen firms on rising JGB yields
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Oil slips as Russian exports resume; traders eye sanctions drag and 2026 surplus
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Bitcoin sinks below $90,000 as Fed uncertainty and data backlog sap risk appetite
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Gold slips as dollar firms; markets eye delayed U.S. payrolls
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Market Analysis
August, 2025
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8 August 2025 11:41 am
Oil Prices Fall Amid Trade Concerns and Potential Diplomatic Talks
Oil prices fell on Friday, heading for their steepest weekly losses since late June, as concerns over the latest round of U.S. tariffs and the possibility of easing sanctions on Russia weighed on the market. Price Declines and Weekly Losses Brent crude futures dropped by 51 cents to $65.92 per …
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8 August 2025 12:59 am
Trump’s Tariffs Hit Hard as U.S. Economy Faces Growing Pains
On August 7, 2025, a sweeping wave of U.S. tariffs took effect, targeting imports from over 60 countries and escalating trade tensions to levels unseen since the Great Depression. With rates ranging from 10% to 50%, these levies, championed by President Donald Trump, aim to shrink the U.S. trade deficit …
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7 August 2025 11:46 pm
Beyond Gold: Why Commodities Are the Next Big Opportunity
Gold has stolen the spotlight in 2025 with a dazzling 30% year-to-date surge, outpacing stocks and bonds as central banks stockpile the precious metal and investors seek safety amid global uncertainty. Yet, while gold’s rally captivates markets, a broader range of commodities—spanning industrial metals, energy, and agriculture—offers untapped potential for …
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7 August 2025 11:10 pm
How Will Toyota Navigate Q2 Success Amid $9.5 Billion Tariff Shadows?
Corporate America Shines in Q2, but Tariffs Cast ShadowsThe second quarter earnings season has delivered a robust performance for U.S. companies, with S&P 500 firms reporting a 10.3% surge in earnings per share, exceeding tempered expectations set against a backdrop of new U.S. tariffs and economic uncertainty. Despite a high …
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7 August 2025 10:19 pm
Gold Surges to $3,392 as Tariffs and Jobless Data Fuel Stagflation Fears
Gold prices rallied sharply on August 7, 2025, climbing 0.68% to $3,392.31 per troy ounce, driven by renewed safe-haven demand amid escalating U.S. tariffs and a weakening labor market. The XAU/USD pair, which tracks gold against the U.S. dollar, saw a daily range between $3,365.31 and $3,397.58, reflecting heightened market …
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7 August 2025 9:27 pm
Dow Dips as New Tariffs Shake Blue-Chip Giants
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) slid nearly 400 points on Thursday, dipping below 44,000 as the weight of newly implemented U.S. tariffs took a toll on major companies. The steep import taxes, rolled out as part of a long-anticipated “reciprocal” tariff package, target virtually all goods entering the U.S., …
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7 August 2025 8:33 pm
Oil Prices Linger Below $72 Amid Global Tensions and OPEC+ Moves
Oil prices remain stubbornly below $72 per barrel, with Brent crude hovering around $67 and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) at $64.41, each up just 0.09% as of August 7, 2025. Kuwait, a key OPEC member, predicts this price ceiling will hold in the near term, citing a healthy market with …
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7 August 2025 8:02 pm
BoE’s Rate Cut Sparks Pound Rally Amid Policy Uncertainty
The Bank of England (BoE) slashed its base interest rate by 25 basis points to 4.00% on August 7, 2025, in a dramatic and closely contested decision that has propelled the British pound to fresh highs against major currencies. The narrow 5-4 vote, which required an unprecedented second round of …
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7 August 2025 7:24 pm
Tech Titans Pour Billions into AI Dominance Race
The race to lead in artificial intelligence (AI) is intensifying as tech giants like Google, Meta, and Microsoft channel billions into groundbreaking advancements, reshaping the global technological landscape. Fueled by record profits, these industry leaders are locked in a fierce competition to harness AI’s transformative potential, dubbed a new “digital …
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7 August 2025 4:35 pm
U.S. Jobless Claims Rise as Unemployment Rate Remains Stable
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) reported on Thursday that the number of new applications for unemployment insurance increased to 226,000 for the week ending August 2. This marked an increase from the previous week’s revised figure of 219,000, surpassing initial estimates of 221,000. Unemployment Data Overview The seasonally adjusted …
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7 August 2025 3:19 pm
Bank of England Cuts Rates Amid Economic Woes, Outlook for Further Easing Uncertain
The Bank of England (BoE) announced a 25 basis point cut to its benchmark interest rate on Thursday, bringing it down to 4%, in a bid to bolster a struggling jobs market. This move marks the fifth rate reduction in the past 12 months and comes as the U.K. economy …
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7 August 2025 2:23 pm
Bitcoin Struggles to Break Range Amid Tariff Concerns and Global Economic Jitters
Bitcoin remained largely unchanged on Thursday as broader cryptocurrency markets stayed within tight ranges, with uncertainty around U.S. trade tariffs and growing economic concerns dampening investor appetite. The world’s largest cryptocurrency gained just 0.3%, reaching $114,521.4 by 01:31 ET (05:31 GMT), but has largely remained stuck between $115,000 and $110,000 …
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