Bitcoin rose on Thursday, though it hovered below its record high of nearly $112,000 that was briefly touched a day earlier. Profit-taking and fresh concerns over U.S. trade tariffs kept investor enthusiasm in check, despite the cryptocurrency hitting an all-time high earlier in the week. Bitcoin Hits Record High on …
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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
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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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10 July 2025 11:46 am
European Stocks Edge Higher Despite New U.S. Tariff Announcements
European stocks edged higher on Thursday, showing resilience despite the latest round of trade tariffs announced by U.S. President Donald Trump. Investors appeared to remain cautiously optimistic, even amid the increasing uncertainty surrounding global trade relations. U.S. President Trump Imposes New Tariff Rates On Wednesday, President Trump sent out letters …
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10 July 2025 10:26 am
Asian Stocks Edge Higher Despite U.S. Tariff Concerns, South Korea Leads Gains
Asian stock markets mostly advanced on Thursday, with technology shares leading the way after gains in Nvidia, which recently crossed a $4 trillion valuation. However, lingering concerns over U.S. trade tariffs tempered some of the optimism, particularly in Japan. Japanese Stocks Weighed Down by U.S. Tariffs The Nikkei 225 was …
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10 July 2025 10:25 am
Gold Prices Edge Up as Copper Prices Rally Amid U.S. Tariff News
Gold prices saw modest gains on Thursday, remaining within a recently established trading range, while U.S. copper futures extended their rally after President Donald Trump’s confirmation of plans to impose tariffs on copper imports. Gold’s Limited Safe Haven Demand Amid Trade Tariff Uncertainty Spot gold rose by 0.3%, reaching $3,323.72 …
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10 July 2025 12:55 am
Market Drivers – US Session: Focus Shifts Back to US Jobs Data
On Wednesday, the US Dollar edged slightly higher, continuing its rebound from last week’s multi-year lows. This uptick was driven by ongoing concerns over the White House’s trade policies and President Trump’s threats of additional tariffs.Key Events to Watch on Thursday, July 10:The US Dollar Index (DXY) hovered near multi-day …
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9 July 2025 11:51 pm
Stock Markets Defy Tariff Jitters as Nvidia Soars and Fed Eyes Rate Cut
US stock markets climbed on July 9, 2025, despite President Donald Trump’s new tariff announcements targeting trading partners. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.3%, the S&P 500 gained 0.4%, and the Nasdaq Composite advanced 0.6%. Meanwhile, Nvidia’s market cap hit a historic $4 trillion, underscoring tech’s resilience amid trade …
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9 July 2025 11:06 pm
Trump’s Tariff Threat Sparks Copper Price Boom
US copper prices hit an all-time high of $5.73773 per pound following President Trump’s announcement of a 50% tariff on copper imports, set to begin August 1. The news triggered a 0.65% single-day price jump, with prices reaching $5.54932 per pound.By Wednesday evening, prices stabilized at $5.54932 per pound, up …
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9 July 2025 10:41 pm
FOMC Minutes: Fed Poised for Rate Cut as Tariffs Loom
The Federal Open Market Committee’s June 2025 minutes reveal a consensus among most Federal Reserve officials for a potential interest rate cut before year-end. This shift comes despite concerns over inflationary pressures from anticipated tariffs, highlighting a delicate balancing act. The minutes, released on July 9, 2025, underscore the Fed’s …
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9 July 2025 10:08 pm
FOMC Minutes point to lower inflation ahead
A few officials at the Federal Reserve’s June 17-18 meeting expressed the view that interest rates might decrease as early as this month, while the majority of policymakers continued to have concerns regarding the inflationary pressures anticipated from President Donald Trump’s implementation of import taxes aimed at altering global trade, …
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9 July 2025 9:47 pm
Red Sea Tensions Propel WTI Crude Oil Prices Despite Surprise Inventory Surge Per EIA
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) Crude Oil climbed to $68.65 per barrel on July 9, 2025, gaining 0.47% as escalating Houthi rebel attacks in the Red Sea bolstered prices, overshadowing a significant build in U.S. stockpiles. Geopolitical risks continue to drive a risk premium, countering increased supply from OPEC+ and a …
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9 July 2025 9:08 pm
Trump Escalates Global Trade Shake-Up with New Tariffs on Seven Countries
President Donald Trump intensified his aggressive trade policy on Wednesday, announcing a fresh wave of double-digit tariffs targeting imports from seven additional countries, effective August 1, unless favorable trade agreements are reached. The move, revealed through screenshots shared on Truth Social, underscores Trump’s commitment to reshaping America’s global trade relationships …
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9 July 2025 8:17 pm
US Dollar Rises Amid Tariff Escalation Ahead of FOMC Minutes
The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) held steady at 97.64, up 1.5% from its July 1 low of 96.38, after peaking at 97.75, near its all-time high of 98.00. President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff campaign, targeting six additional nations with 20%–30% duties and imposing a 50% copper tariff, has bolstered safe-haven …
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9 July 2025 7:28 pm
Bitcoin Holds at $108,873 Amid Tariff Concerns and ETF Boom
On Wednesday, Bitcoin stabilized at $108,873, down 0.07% after failing to sustain a breakout above $110,000, near its all-time high of $112,000. U.S. tariff threats and surging institutional demand through crypto ETFs are driving market dynamics. With trade tensions rising and derivatives interest spiking, Bitcoin’s long-term bullish trend persists, but …
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