The U.S. dollar fell to a new low for 2025 on Thursday, while global stocks eased from record highs, as a mix of rising tensions in the Middle East and concerns over the fragility of a U.S.-China trade truce prompted investors to seek refuge in safe-haven assets. The dollar, which …
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Market Analysis
June, 2025
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12 June 2025 3:32 pm
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 announcement of a framework trade agreement between Washington and Beijing, and amid growing tensions in the Middle East. At 05:30 ET (09:30 GMT), Dow Jones Futures were down by 260 points, or 0.6%, S&P 500 …
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12 June 2025 2:04 pm
Britain’s Economy Slows Sharply in April Amid Tariff Impact and Tax Break End
Britain’s economy faced a significant slowdown in April, as official data released on Thursday showed a larger-than-expected 0.3% contraction in gross domestic output compared to March, marking the biggest monthly drop since October 2023. This decline followed a 0.2% growth in March and exceeded the 0.1% fall forecasted in a …
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12 June 2025 12:48 pm
Bitcoin Slips as Trade Deal Progress and Tariff Concerns Weigh on Sentiment
Bitcoin prices slipped on Thursday following comments from U.S. President Donald Trump, who confirmed progress in trade negotiations with China but also warned that new tariffs on major economies would be announced in the coming weeks. The world’s largest cryptocurrency dropped 1.7% to $107,782.20 as of 2:10 ET (06:10 GMT). …
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12 June 2025 11:55 am
Gold Prices Surge Amid Iran Tensions and Trade Uncertainty
Gold prices saw a sharp rise in Asian trading on Thursday, as safe-haven demand surged due to escalating concerns over potential military action with Iran and a risk-averse reaction to President Donald Trump’s comments on trade tariffs. Spot gold rose 0.6% to $3,374.94 per ounce, while gold futures for August …
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12 June 2025 1:38 am
Market Drivers: Assets Dance to CPI Data, US-China Trade Talks
Markets buzzed with activity on June 11, 2025, as assets like gold, silver, and the Canadian Dollar reacted to a softer-than-expected US Consumer Price Index (CPI) report and progress in US-China trade talks. The cooling inflation figures sparked hopes for Federal Reserve rate cuts, while a tentative trade framework eased …
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12 June 2025 12:12 am
Silver Stalls Near 13-Year Highs: Trade Talks, CPI Data Hold the Key
Silver prices (XAG/USD) have hit a speed bump after a meteoric rise to 13-year highs near $37.00, now hovering around $36.00, down -1.29% on the day, as markets digest easing US-China trade tensions and await critical US inflation data. The white metal’s recent surge, driven by safe-haven demand and industrial …
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11 June 2025 11:57 pm
US-China Trade Deal: A Step Toward Stability or a Fragile Truce?
On June 11, 2025, President Donald Trump announced a US-China trade deal as “done” via his Truth Social platform, marking a potential turning point in the tense economic relationship between the two global powers. Following marathon talks in London, negotiators have agreed on a framework to revive the Geneva Consensus, …
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11 June 2025 10:37 pm
Gold Prices Surge on Cooling US Inflation and Fed Rate Cut Bets
Gold prices climbed modestly on Wednesday, with XAU/USD trading near $3,341.75, up up+0.55% after briefly touching $3,360. The uptick follows a softer-than-expected US Consumer Price Index (CPI) report for May, which has fueled expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts as early as September. This development, coupled with ongoing US-China trade …
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11 June 2025 9:24 pm
EUR/USD Gains Momentum, Eyes 1.1500
EUR/USD has accelerated its upward climb, nearing weekly highs hovering around 1.15, exactly trading at 1.1495, up +0.66% at the time of writing, driven by a significant pullback in the US Dollar. The Greenback’s weakness intensified after May’s US CPI data fell short of expectations, dampening investor confidence. Additionally, the …
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11 June 2025 9:08 pm
Dow Jones Surges Past 43,000 Amid CPI Data, Trade Talks Progress
The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) has climbed above 43,000 for the first time since February, driven by encouraging economic developments. Cooler-than-expected Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation data for May and progress in U.S.-China trade talks have fueled investor optimism, pushing the index to a 14-week high. This milestone raises …
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11 June 2025 8:06 pm
Supply Outlook: EU Eyes Russian Imports, and US Inventories Signal Market Shift
According to the Energy Information Administration (EIA), US crude oil production is projected to decrease by 50,000 barrels per day in 2026, falling to 13.37 million b/d, marking the first yearly drop since 2021. The 2025 production growth estimate remains steady at 210,000 b/d. This reduction is attributed to a …
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11 June 2025 7:39 pm
Stock Movers: Tesla, GameStop, and Beyond
Tesla’s Surge Sparks Electric Vehicle OptimismTesla’s stock climbed significantly in premarket trading on June 11, 2025, driven by strong investor confidence in its growth trajectory. Recent data highlights Tesla’s robust delivery numbers and advancements in autonomous driving technology, fueling optimism about its market dominance. Despite concerns over valuation, the company’s …
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