Oil prices are under pressure again as traders react to shifting global dynamics, from renewed nuclear talks with Iran to growing concerns about the health of major economies. After a brief period of optimism, market sentiment has turned cautious, with …
The US dollar lost momentum after cooler inflation data raised fresh hopes for interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve. While this boosted market confidence in the short term, it also added to the uncertainty surrounding the dollar’s next move. …
Apple shares jumped after news broke of a temporary pause in US tariffs on Chinese goods, offering some relief to investors worried about the company’s exposure to trade tensions. The move comes at a crucial time for Apple, which has …
The Australian dollar, being commodity-linked by nature, received some strength with the Chinese exports rose 8.1% in April year-on-year, climbing to 0.6407 on Friday. Still, the AUDUSD pair remains poised for a 0.7% weekly decline, snapping a four-week winning streak amid …
The Japanese stock market index, Nikkei 225, closed at its highest level since 27 March 2025, gaining 1.56% on Friday to end the session at 37,503.33. The move capped a strong week, with the index climbing 1.83% over the shortened …
Market uncertainty and shifting trade headlines have put the Japanese yen back in the spotlight. As investors look for safer places to park their money, the yen is gaining strength—driven by both global tensions and signals from central banks. In …
Global markets are showing signs of a cautious recovery as investors focus on trade talks between the US and China, along with upcoming central bank decisions. While policy signals from China and hopes for better dialogue offer some optimism, uncertainty …
Gold has recently regained momentum as investors seek safety amid rising trade tensions and growing uncertainty around central bank policy. With markets on edge ahead of the Federal Reserve’s next move, gold is drawing renewed attention as a hedge against …
Oil prices are once again in the spotlight as markets respond to shifting global dynamics. Hopes for progress in US-China trade talks have helped lift investor sentiment, while renewed geopolitical tensions and uncertainty around future OPEC+ output continue to shape …
The US dollar is showing signs of resilience as global markets weigh the impact of recent economic data and shifting trade dynamics. While investors remain cautious, the currency’s steadiness suggests growing confidence that policymakers may respond with supportive measures if …
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