Shares of major oil companies surged in premarket trading on Wall Street on Monday following U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend, which have reignited fears of supply disruptions and a spike in oil prices. Chevron (NYSE: CVX), Exxon Mobil (NYSE: XOM), ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP), Hess Corporation (NYSE: …
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Bitcoin Struggles Amid Risk-Off Sentiment and Trade Uncertainty
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U.S. Dollar Weakens Amid Fiscal Worries and Trade Uncertainty
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Oil Prices Fall Amid Easing Supply Concerns and OPEC+ Production Hike Expectations
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USD/JPY Drops as U.S. Job Fears Grow
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Gold Climbs as Dollar Stumbles on Trade Fears
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Treasury Yields Fall: Job Data Fears Drive Rate Cut Bets
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Market Analysis
June, 2025
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23 June 2025 3:01 pm
German Economy Faces Steeper Contraction in 2025 Due to U.S. Tariffs
Germany’s economy is expected to contract more than previously anticipated in 2025, primarily due to the impact of U.S. tariffs on the nation’s export-driven economy, according to a new forecast from the BDI industry association. The BDI revised its 2025 outlook, now projecting a 0.3% contraction, a significant downgrade from …
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23 June 2025 2:18 pm
Eurozone Economy Shows Signs of Stagnation Amid Geopolitical Tensions
The Eurozone Composite PMI for June stood at 50.2, nearly identical to the previous month, signaling stagnation in the region’s economic activity after a strong first quarter. Despite a resilient manufacturing sector, which has recently benefited from US frontloading and inventory adjustments, new downside risks have emerged, particularly with escalating …
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23 June 2025 1:25 pm
European Stocks Dip Amid Escalating Israel-Iran Tensions
European stocks took a hit on Monday following the U.S. decision to join Israel in striking Iran’s nuclear facilities, escalating concerns over a broader Middle Eastern conflict. Market Performance: The pan-European STOXX 600 index dropped 0.3%, reaching 535.11 points by 07:12 GMT. Other major regional indexes also traded lower, reflecting …
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23 June 2025 12:21 pm
U.S. Dollar Firming Amid Geopolitical Tensions
The U.S. dollar saw a modest uptick on Monday as investors sought safety amid rising geopolitical risks stemming from the Israel-Iran conflict. The restrained movements suggested that the market was waiting for Iran’s response to the U.S. attacks on its nuclear sites, which escalated tensions in the Middle East. Key …
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23 June 2025 10:27 am
Oil Prices Surge Amid U.S. Involvement in Iran-Israel Conflict
Oil prices soared on Monday, reaching their highest levels since January, as the U.S. joined Israel in launching attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities, stoking fears of supply disruptions in the Middle East. Brent crude futures rose by $1.92, or 2.49%, to $78.93 a barrel at 0117 GMT. U.S. West Texas …
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23 June 2025 9:27 am
Gold Prices Dip as U.S. Strike on Iran Boosts Dollar Demand
Gold prices fell slightly on Monday amid increasing demand for the U.S. dollar, triggered by the U.S. attack on key nuclear facilities in Iran, which marked an escalation in the Middle Eastern conflict. At 01:08 ET (05:08 GMT), spot gold was down 0.2% at $3,360.11 per ounce, and gold futures …
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23 June 2025 1:35 am
Weekly Recap: Gold and Oil Could Hit Records Following U.S. Involvement in Strike on Iran
The S&P 500 declined by around 0.3%, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average inched up 0.09%. The tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 dropped 0.59%. U.S. equity indices gave up early-session gains in the week’s final trading day, pressured by weakness in semiconductor stocks. The pullback came after The Wall Street Journal reported …
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21 June 2025 1:08 am
Market Sentiment Still Faces Uncertainty Amid Grand Geopolitical and Economic Shifts
The Middle East conflict intensified on June 12, 2025, when Israel launched airstrikes on Iran’s Natanz uranium enrichment facility, targeting military leaders. Iran retaliated swiftly, leading to a cycle of strikes that damaged government, health, and civilian infrastructure, with casualties on both sides. Iran’s refusal to halt its nuclear program, …
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21 June 2025 12:19 am
Earnings Spotlight: AI, Retail, and Logistics Shape Market Trends
The artificial intelligence (AI) sector continues to drive market momentum, with notable earnings results capturing investor attention. Advanced Energy Industries reported a remarkable 112% earnings per share (EPS) increase to $1.23 in its latest quarter, reversing a six-quarter decline. This surge, driven by demand in data center and semiconductor equipment …
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20 June 2025 10:18 pm
Euro Gains Momentum Against Dollar Amid Geopolitical Shifts
The euro has carved out a modest edge against the US dollar, finding support near the 1.1535 mark, up +0.36%, as markets steer across a complex interplay of geopolitical and economic signals. A softer US dollar, reflected in the Dollar Index (DXY) slipping below 99.00 to around 98.65, underscores a …
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20 June 2025 9:17 pm
Easing Geopolitical Tensions Weigh on Silver
Silver (XAG/USD) has declined for three consecutive days, down over -0.90%, driven by a reduction in safe-haven demand following recent geopolitical developments. US President Donald Trump’s announcement of a two-week period before deciding on potential US intervention in the Iran–Israel conflict has eased the risk premium that previously bolstered precious …
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20 June 2025 8:31 pm
Why the Yen’s Losing Streak Persists Despite Hot Inflation
The Japanese Yen continues to slide against the US Dollar, even as Japan’s inflation data comes in hotter than expected. The USD/JPY pair has climbed to a three-week high near 146.00, poised for a weekly gain of about 1.2%. This trend raises questions about the forces driving the Yen’s weakness …
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