Market Analysis

July, 2025

  • 8 July 2025 11:48 am

    Gold Prices Steady Amid U.S. Tariff Uncertainty and Dollar Strength

    Gold prices held steady in Asian trade on Tuesday after U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest tariff threats spurred some safe-haven demand. However, a recovery in the dollar limited further gains in metal markets, as traders remained cautious amid trade uncertainty. Trump’s Tariff Threats and Postponement of Deadline Gold prices rose …

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  • 8 July 2025 1:21 am

    GBP/USD Stalls as Trump’s Tariffs and Policy Splits Pressure Markets

    The Pound Sterling hovers near 1.3638 on July 7, 2025, caught between US-Iran tensions, US President Donald Trump’s tariff threats, and diverging Fed-BoE policies. As markets brace for trade disruptions and UK tax hikes, this analysis unpacks the forces holding GBP/USD steady and what’s next.Dollar Gains Amid Tariff and Geopolitical …

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  • 8 July 2025 12:25 am

    Treasury Yields Climb as Trump’s Tariffs Stir Oil Market Concerns

    US President Donald Trump’s tariff announcements on July 7, 2025, targeting imports from Japan and South Korea at 25% effective August 1, have pushed US Treasury yields higher, signaling inflation fears that ripple through oil markets. This analysis explores the oil market’s response and broader asset implications.Yields Surge on Tariff-Driven …

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  • 7 July 2025 11:03 pm

    Oil prices defy expectations post OPEC’s Decision

    On Monday, oil prices defied expectations, climbing despite OPEC+’s surprise production hike, fueled by US-Iran tensions and tariff threats. As supply dynamics shift, this analysis dives into oil’s resilience, its market ripple effects, and the path ahead.Oil Defies OPEC+ Supply SurgeOPEC+’s decision to add 548,000 barrels per day starting August …

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  • 7 July 2025 9:42 pm

    EUR/JPY Climbs: Are Trump’s Tariffs and EU Trade Hopes a Game-Changer?

    The EUR/JPY pair is riding a wave of optimism, fueled by prospects of a US-EU trade deal and a robust German economic rebound. However, US President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 25% tariff on Japanese imports, effective August 1, has put the Japanese Yen under strain. As markets eye a …

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  • 7 July 2025 8:26 pm

    Trump Targets Japan and South Korea with a Separate 25% Tariff

    On Monday, US President Donald Trump announced the imposition of a 25% tariff on imports from Japan and South Korea, effective from August 1.Trump shared screenshots on his Truth Social platform of two letters addressed to Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung regarding these tariffs.The …

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  • 7 July 2025 7:17 pm

    Markets Reel as Trump’s Tariffs and Iran Tensions Boost Dollar

    President Donald Trump’s tariff threats targeting over 100 countries by July 9, 2025, coupled with heightened US-Iran tensions, have sparked market unease, propelling the US Dollar as a safe-haven. With trade and geopolitical risks mounting, this analysis explores the market fallout and what lies ahead.Dollar Surges on Safe-Haven FlowsFears of …

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  • 7 July 2025 1:47 pm

    Stock Futures Slide Amid Trade Uncertainty and Concerns Over Tariffs

    U.S. stock index futures fell Monday, as growing uncertainty surrounding President Donald Trump’s trade tariff plans overshadowed market sentiment. Market Overview At 05:15 ET (09:15 GMT), Dow Jones Futures were down 115 points, or 0.3%, S&P 500 Futures dropped 32 points, or 0.5%, and Nasdaq 100 Futures slipped 145 points, …

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  • 7 July 2025 12:37 pm

    Oil Prices Struggle as OPEC+ Hikes Output Amid Trade Concerns

    Oil prices showed some resilience on Monday, recovering from earlier losses despite concerns surrounding a more-than-expected output increase from OPEC+ and the potential economic impact of U.S. tariffs. OPEC+ Boosts Output, Market Tightness Offers Support Brent crude futures were down by 0.3%, trading at $68.08 per barrel by 0815 GMT, …

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  • 7 July 2025 11:17 am

    European Stocks Mixed as Investors Await U.S. Trade Deal Deadline

    European stocks showed a mixed performance on Monday, with investors remaining cautious ahead of the looming July 9 deadline for trade deals set by U.S. President Donald Trump. Markets have been anxiously awaiting progress in U.S. trade talks, with the risk of higher tariffs looming, which has led to a …

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  • 7 July 2025 10:39 am

    German Industrial Production Surpasses Expectations in May Despite Recent Slowdowns

    German industrial production showed a stronger-than-expected rebound in May, driven by the automotive sector and energy production, as reported by the federal statistics office on Monday. The data highlighted a 1.2% increase in production compared to the previous month, significantly exceeding analysts’ forecast of no growth. This uptick in output …

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  • 7 July 2025 9:45 am

    Gold Prices Fall as U.S. Tariff Threats and Strong Payrolls Data Weigh on Sentiment

    Gold prices slipped in Asian trade on Monday, pressured by a steady U.S. dollar and the ongoing uncertainty surrounding U.S. trade policy. U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest tariff threats and stronger-than-expected payrolls data from last week dampened market expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut in the near term, further …

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  • 7 July 2025 1:21 am

    Weekly market wrap: FOMC minutes are looming amid trade fears

    Three things dictated price action in financial markets last week, including reaching a trade deal between USA and Vietnam, positive US jobs data, and passing “the Big Beautiful Bill”. The recent appreciation of the U.S. dollar was driven by improving investor sentiment toward America’s trade outlook, supported by Friday’s robust …

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