Monthly Archives: August 2025
Powell Sparks Equity Rally at Jackson Hole
Written on August 25, 2025 at 7:29 am, by
Key Takeaways: *Fed Chair Powell’s Jackson Hole remarks revived risk appetite, framing tariffs-driven inflation as temporary and signaling readiness for preemptive cuts. *Equities surged, with tech and growth sectors leading, though fragile labor and GDP trends cast doubt on earnings resilience. *Upcoming U.S. jobs and CPI data will be decisive for equity momentum, with risksContinue Reading
Powell Opens Door to September Rate Cut
Written on August 25, 2025 at 7:28 am, by
Key Takeaways: *Dollar weakened as soft U.S. data and dovish Fed expectations weighed, with fiscal concerns adding longer-term downside risk. *Gold extended gains on dollar softness, lower yields, and lingering geopolitical uncertainty, sustaining its role as a hedge. *Upcoming U.S. core PCE data and Fed guidance remain key drivers, with risks tilted toward renewed dollarContinue Reading
Crypto Market Sees Modest Rebound Ahead of Jackson Hole Symposium
Written on August 21, 2025 at 7:44 am, by
Key Takeaways: *BTC gained 0.7% and ETH jumped 3.8% after last week’s sharp selloff, driven by dovish FOMC minutes. *Significant net outflows persist, including ~$1B in ETH withdrawals; Fear & Greed Index holds at a neutral 51. *Powell’s remarks could set the tone — dovish signals may fuel a rebound, while hawkish cues risk renewedContinue Reading
