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Monetary Decisions, EU CPI & Tariffs—A Triple Threat for Global Markets
Wednesday, 16 April 2025 – 05:00 China Q1 GDP (YoY)With Q1 GDP coming in at 5.4%, China’s economic momentum remains intact—for now. But the newly imposed US tariffs on Chinese imports are likely to darken the outlook moving forward, potentially weighing on export-driven sectors. Risk sentiment may turn cautious, especially for commodity-linked currencies (AUD, NZD),Continue Reading
Gold Climbs as Rate Cut Bets & Trade Fears Intensify
Fundamental Analysis *Gold prices staged a strong rebound as the U.S. dollar weakened amid rising global growth concerns. The surge follows hotter-than-expected U.S. inflation data and renewed anxiety over the escalating U.S.-China trade conflict, both of which have driven investors into traditional safe havens. Additionally, growing speculation that the Federal Reserve may pivot toward rateContinue Reading
Gold Tests Key Support as Trade War Fears Battle Cash Demand
Fundamental Analysis *Gold prices have slipped despite a steep decline in equity markets, as some investors opted to liquidate gold positions to raise cash and avoid forced margin calls. Still, the broader outlook for gold remains supported by persistent global uncertainty—particularly the escalating US-China trade conflict. With the US threatening tariffs as high as 104%Continue Reading
RBNZ Decision & US Inflation—What’s at Stake for Markets?
Wednesday, 9 April 2025 – 05:00RBNZ Interest Rate DecisionThe New Zealand dollar (NZD) faces a pivotal week with the RBNZ expected to hold rates at 5.50%, as traders scrutinize the central bank’s guidance for clues on the policy outlook. A hawkish tilt could bolster the NZD, while dovish rhetoric or signs of delayed rate cutsContinue Reading
USD/CAD Extends Losses Amid Escalating Trade War Tensions
Fundamental Analysis *The US dollar remains under pressure as global sentiment turns increasingly negative toward US trade policies. In response, several major economies have initiated retaliatory measures, including boycotting US goods and introducing additional tariffs. Meanwhile, the Canadian dollar shows signs of strength after the Canadian Prime Minister pledged to take a firm stance ratherContinue Reading
