Oil prices climbed on Monday as U.S. President Donald Trump imposed tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, raising fears of potential supply disruptions. However, concerns over a broader trade war limiting global economic growth capped gains. Key Oil Price Moves: Brent crude futures rose 1.03% to $76.45 per barrel (0933 …
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The Euro surged against the US Dollar for the second consecutive day, nearing a three-year high, as …
Why Do U.S. Bond Yields Keep Declining?
U.S. bond yields experienced a significant setback on Thursday following the release of producer pri…
Silver Surges Above $36 as US Dollar Hits Three-Year Low
Silver (XAG/USD) has staged a strong recovery, climbing past $36.00 after hitting a five-day low of …
US Stocks Defy Geopolitical Tensions as Producer Prices Ease
US stock markets climbed on Thursday, shrugging off geopolitical uncertainties as softer-than-expect…
Gold Prices Aim At $3,400: Middle East Tensions and US Economic Signals Drive Rally
Gold prices surged to $3,386 on June 12, 2025, approaching the $3,400 mark as softer US economic dat…
Dollar Falls as Soft PPI Data Stokes Rate Cut Hopes
The U.S. Dollar tumbled on June 12, 2025, dropping to 98.00 on the U.S. Dollar Index after May’s U.S…
GBP/USD Surges Amid Economic Shifts, Post-PPI Data and Jobless Claims
The GBP/USD pair surged to 1.3600, up over 0.47% in a single session, and at the time of writing, th…
U.S. Producer Prices Rise in May, Dollar Weakens Amid Trade Uncertainty
The latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) revealed that Producer Prices increased by…
Dollar Hits 2025 Low as Stocks Ease, Safe-Haven Assets Rise Amid Middle East Tensions and Trade Concerns
The U.S. dollar fell to a new low for 2025 on Thursday, while global stocks eased from record highs,…
U.S. Stock Futures Dip Amid Caution Over Trade Deal and Middle East Tensions
U.S. stock index futures fell on Thursday as investors adopted a cautious stance following the annou…
Market Analysis
February, 2025
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3 February 2025 12:56 pm
European Markets Drop as Trump Tariffs Spark Global Selloff
European stocks retreated sharply on Monday, mirroring a global selloff as investors feared an escalating trade war after U.S. President Donald Trump imposed new tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico. Market Reaction: STOXX 600 index fell 1.4% by 0810 GMT S&P 500 futures dropped 1.3%, signaling a weak Wall Street …
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3 February 2025 11:46 am
Gold Retreats from Record Highs as Dollar Soars on Trump Tariffs
Gold prices fell on Monday, pulling back from record highs as the U.S. dollar surged following President Donald Trump’s new trade tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico. Market Reaction: Spot gold dropped 0.7% to $2,780.56 per ounce Gold futures (April contract) declined 0.8% to $2,810.30 per ounce Spot gold had …
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3 February 2025 10:52 am
Bitcoin and Cryptos Plunge as Trump’s Tariffs Stoke Risk Aversion
Cryptocurrency markets tumbled sharply on Monday, as risk appetite took a hit following U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to impose new trade tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico. Market Impact: Bitcoin (BTC) plummeted 10% to $91,695.8 Ethereum (ETH) slumped 22.7% to $2,434.84 $TRUMP memecoin, launched by Trump in January, hit …
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3 February 2025 2:22 am
Weekly market recap: Was the greenback the biggest gainer last week?
US Dollar ended last week higher buoyed several market drivers, including concerns of Trump’s administration tariffs, Federal Reserve Bank rate decision and its chief Jerome Powell’s statements, and US data of inflation and spending. Such market drivers were impactful om the greenback and all other traded assets in global financial …
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January, 2025
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31 January 2025 11:34 pm
US dollar continues to rise on tariff concerns
US Dollar Continues to Rise Due to Tariff ConcernsThe US dollar continues its ascent, driven by anticipated US tariff threats, which may take effect on February 1st.These threats include those reiterated by US President Donald Trump since his official inauguration speech, stating his intention to impose a 25% tariff on …
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31 January 2025 10:29 pm
Eurozone Inflation Expectations Tick Up as ECB Eases Policy
Eurozone inflation expectations continued to rise in December, according to recent surveys from the European Central Bank. Consumer inflation expectations for the next 12 months increased for the third consecutive month, while professional forecasters revised upward their projections for both this year and next.The ECB’s Consumer Expectations Survey revealed that …
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31 January 2025 10:21 pm
Canadian Dollar Recovers After Tariff Threat Retreat
The Canadian Dollar staged a significant recovery on Friday, appreciating 0.65% against the US Dollar. This rebound followed a brief plunge to fresh multi-year lows triggered by the announcement of potential tariffs on Canadian goods. While the threat of immediate tariffs has been temporarily alleviated, concerns remain, and the Canadian …
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31 January 2025 8:11 pm
Global Traders Navigate Disruption with New Supply Chain Strategies
Supply chain disruptions have become increasingly prevalent, forcing businesses worldwide to re-evaluate their strategies. A key response has been the rise of “nearshoring,” where companies source goods and services from closer geographical locations. While this approach offers potential benefits, it also presents limitations. For example, while local coffee chains may …
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31 January 2025 7:14 pm
Inflation Holds Steady: Core PCE Still Above Target
The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation measure, the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index, edged higher in December, indicating that inflation remains modestly elevated above the central bank’s target.While the overall PCE increased to 2.6% year-over-year, the core PCE, which excludes volatile food and energy prices, remained unchanged at 2.8%, matching …
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31 January 2025 5:25 pm
Exxon Mobil Surpasses Earnings Estimates but Falls Short on Revenue
Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE: XOM) reported strong fourth-quarter earnings that beat analyst expectations, though revenue came in lower than projected. Despite this, the company’s stock rose 0.9% following the announcement. Key Financial Highlights – Q4 2024: Earnings: $7.6 billion ($1.72 per share) Adjusted Earnings (Excluding Identified Items): $1.67 per share …
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31 January 2025 3:38 pm
Suez Canal Chief Urges Maersk to Reconsider Red Sea Route Amid Stability Signs
The Suez Canal Authority (SCA) Chairman Osama Rabie has urged AP Moller-Maersk to reassess its shipping routes through the Red Sea, citing emerging signs of stability in the region, according to an official SCA statement. Key Developments: Rabie’s remarks came during a meeting with Maersk’s CEO and senior executives, though …
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31 January 2025 2:23 pm
European Stocks Edge Higher as ECB Rate Cut Boosts Sentiment
European stock markets rose slightly on Friday, supported by the European Central Bank’s (ECB) interest rate cut, while investors assessed corporate earnings and inflation data across the region. Germany’s DAX gained 0.1%. France’s CAC 40 rose 0.2%. UK’s FTSE 100 climbed 0.2%. Key Market Drivers 1. ECB Rate Cut Fuels …
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