During the trading week of July 7–11, financial markets experienced a mix of volatility and relative stability for most major assets, driven by developments in U.S. trade policies, financial legislation, and strong economic data. The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) showed continued strength, rising from 96.80 to 97.50, supported by robust …
Read More »US Dollar Surges as Trump’s Tariff Threats and Robust Jobs Data Fuel Market Confidence
The US Dollar is riding a wave of renewed strength, climbing above 97.50 on the US Dollar Index (DXY) after a brief dip during Asian trading hours. Buoyed by stronger-than-expected labor market data and escalating trade rhetoric from President Donald Trump, the Greenback is holding firm as investors navigate a …
Read More »Tariffs and Inflation: Fed’s Musalem Signals Caution Amid Economic Strength
The U.S. economy is riding a wave of resilience, but storm clouds may be gathering on the horizon, according to St. Louis Federal Reserve President Alberto Musalem. In a recent statement, Musalem painted a picture of an economy in robust health, with a labor market humming at or near full …
Read More »Financial Markets’ Weekly Recap: Global Markets Navigate Tariff Tensions and Monetary Policy Shifts
Global financial markets this week grappled with heightened volatility driven by U.S. tariff policies, monetary policy adjustments, and geopolitical developments. U.S. equities saw mixed performance, with the S&P 500 down 1.5% and the Nasdaq falling 2.6%, pressured by semiconductor export restrictions. The bond market offered some stability, though 10-year Treasury …
Read More »Tariff Tsunami Rocks Wall Street: Dow Jones Plunges on Escalating Trade War
Wall Street witnessed a brutal start to the trading week as the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) was battered by a renewed surge in trade war anxieties. What began with fleeting hopes of tariff extensions quickly evaporated, giving way to a sharp sell-off fueled by President Donald Trump’s aggressive stance …
Read More »Tariffs on the Horizon: Will Global Markets Survive the Shake-Up as Europe and Canada Brace for Impact?
As U.S. President Donald Trump prepares to unveil a transformative tariff regime today, April 2, 2025, at 4 p.m. Eastern Time, the global economic order teeters on the edge of upheaval. Billed as a bold bid to resurrect America’s manufacturing prowess, this announcement threatens to redraw the map of international …
Read More »Trade Tensions Tank Auto Stocks as Markets Brace for Tariff Turmoil
Wall Street took a hit on March 27, 2025, as a fresh wave of tariff threats rattled the automotive sector and sent benchmark indices sliding. The latest announcement from the White House unveiled plans for a hefty 25 percent tariff on all cars not manufactured in the U.S., set to …
Read More »US automotive industry granted one month exemption from tariffs
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced that President Donald Trump has granted the U.S. automotive industry—a sector heavily reliant on international trade—a one-month exemption from the newly imposed 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico. The administration is also exploring additional exemptions or delays, signaling a shift in …
Read More »Trump Ignites Trade Firestorm: Reciprocal Tariffs on Canada Escalate Economic Tensions
US President Donald Trump has reignited trade tensions with Canada by imposing sweeping tariffs, marking a significant escalation in his administration’s trade policies. On March 4, 2025, the United States implemented a 25% tariff on all Canadian goods entering the country, with a slightly reduced rate of 10% applied to …
Read More »Pound Sterling Gains Amid Tariff Row
The British pound (GBP) has strengthened against the US dollar (USD) for the second consecutive day. This upward movement follows the delay of US tariff threats on Mexico and Canada. The postponement is due to ongoing negotiations between the involved parties, focused on combating fentanyl trafficking and illegal immigration. 1 …
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