Category: Market Analysis

06/02/2025 Market Watch Dollar Firms Ahead of U.S. Jobs Data After a brief pullback following Monday’s tariff-driven surge, the US dollar has regained strength, likely due to position adjustments ahead of the upcoming US employment report. Some Federal Reserve officials have acknowledged that tariffs could create supply-side pressures, yet market expectations for a June rate… Continue reading Dollar Firms Ahead of U.S. Jobs Data

05/02/2025 Market Watch Dollar Weakens on Economic Shifts The US dollar continues to trade lower as it pulls back from recent highs triggered by tariff concerns. It is weaker against all G10 currencies and most emerging market currencies. The Japanese yen leads the gains among major currencies, rising over 1% due to stronger-than-expected wage growth… Continue reading Dollar Weakens on Economic Shifts

04/02/2025 Market Watch Market Stabilizes After Volatility, Dollar Holds Firm After yesterday’s sharp market swings, the foreign exchange market has settled into a more stable tone. The US dollar remains firm after losses tied to the postponement of tariffs on Mexico and Canada, which came with only minor concessions. However, Canada’s fentanyl czar has not… Continue reading Market Stabilizes After Volatility, Dollar Holds Firm

03/02/2025 Market Watch Market Turmoil as Tariffs Take Effect The United States has officially imposed 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, along with 10% tariffs on China. Despite these measures, skepticism remains in the market, with speculation that the tariffs on Canada and Mexico may be short-lived. Reports suggest that President Trump will discuss the… Continue reading Market Turmoil as Tariffs Take Effect

31/01/2025 Market Watch Markets Brace for Potential Tariffs The US dollar is gaining strength as renewed concerns over a potential 25% tariff on Canada and Mexico weigh on market sentiment. Despite this, global equities remain firm, with major markets holding their ground. Investors and businesses remain on edge as uncertainty lingers over the potential policy… Continue reading Markets Brace for Potential Tariffs

30/01/2025 Market Watch Central Banks & Policy Risks Shape Sentiment The foreign exchange market remains in a state of nervous calm as traders assess the Federal Reserve’s latest signals. The Fed acknowledged the economy’s resilience, allowing it to take a measured approach while keeping policy “meaningfully” restrictive. Meanwhile, disappointing GDP data from Germany, France, and… Continue reading Central Banks & Policy Risks Shape Sentiment

29/01/2025 Market Watch Tariffs & Central Bank Decisions Markets are focused on trade tariffs and central bank decisions today. The White House reiterated that tariffs on Canada and Mexico could be announced this weekend, pressuring the Canadian dollar. The Bank of Canada is widely expected to cut rates by 25 basis points and signal a… Continue reading Tariffs & Central Bank Decisions

28/01/2025 Market Watch U.S. Dollar Rebounds Amid Tariff Developments The US dollar, after recording monthly lows against major currencies yesterday, has regained momentum today. This recovery aligns with the anticipated consolidation ahead of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting conclusion tomorrow. However, today’s dollar gains were primarily driven by new tariff threats. Treasury Secretary… Continue reading U.S. Dollar Rebounds Amid Tariff Developments