Monthly Archives: October 2025
Crude Finds Stability as Softer U.S.–China Tone Eases Demand Fears
Written on October 14, 2025 at 6:03 am, by
Key Takeaways: *Modest Rebound: Crude prices recovered after last week’s selloff, buoyed by easing U.S.–China trade tensions and improved global risk sentiment. *Macro Headwinds Persist: Weak global growth indicators and the ongoing U.S. government shutdown continue to limit upside potential for demand recovery. *Geopolitical Risk Returns: Reports of expanded U.S. military aid to Ukraine haveContinue Reading
Calmer Tone Lifts Dollar Briefly, But Safe-Haven Flows Anchor Gold’s Record Run
Written on October 14, 2025 at 6:02 am, by
Key Takeaways: *Trade Tone Softens: President Trump’s reassurances that the U.S. is “not looking to hurt China” eased fears of a renewed trade escalation. *Fragile Dollar Rebound: The dollar’s gains remain tentative amid a prolonged U.S. government shutdown, mounting debt concerns. *Gold’s Record Surge: Gold extended its rally, supported by negative real yields, strong centralContinue Reading
Pound Holds Steady Ahead of Key UK Economic Data
Written on October 14, 2025 at 6:01 am, by
Key Takeaways: *The Pound has remained steady amid a calm domestic backdrop and the Bank of England’s decision to hold rates unchanged, reinforcing policy predictability. *Upcoming UK economic releases, particularly unemployment and GDP figures, are expected to dictate short-term volatility in Sterling. *Thursday’s GDP report stands out as the pivotal data point, with an upsideContinue Reading
