Monthly Archives: May 2025
Geopolitical Flashpoints and FOMC Anxiety Rattle Global Markets
Written on May 7, 2025 at 7:03 am, by
Market Summary Markets were cautious on Tuesday as investors weighed geopolitical tensions and central bank uncertainties. The U.S. dollar weakened ahead of the highly anticipated FOMC decision, with expectations for no rate change that were already priced-in in the market. However, concerns over renewed friction between President Trump and Fed Chair Powell added an additionalContinue Reading
Dollar Dips, Gold Rallies on U.S.-Taiwan Risk
Written on May 6, 2025 at 6:27 am, by
Market Summary Markets were mixed Monday as geopolitical tensions weighed on sentiment. The U.S. dollar index (DXY) dipped below 100.00 after initial optimism over U.S.-China trade talks faded. Reports of deepening U.S.-Taiwan ties raised fears of Chinese retaliation, clouding the outlook and muting expectations for near-term Fed rate cuts amid persistent inflation. Gold surged overContinue Reading
Dollar Firms as Labor Market Defies Macro Headwinds
Written on May 6, 2025 at 6:21 am, by
Market Summary Markets traded mixed on Friday as investors digested stronger-than-expected April U.S. jobs data, which offered tentative relief following a week of downbeat economic prints. Nonfarm payrolls rose by 177,000—beating expectations of 130,000—while the unemployment rate held steady at 4.2%. Solid hiring in healthcare and logistics offset a decline in federal jobs, suggesting theContinue Reading
