U.S. stock index futures were little changed Tuesday, with investors holding back ahead of the Federal Reserve’s Jackson Hole Symposium and a wave of retail earnings later this week. At 05:50 ET (09:50 GMT), Dow Jones Futures edged up 10 points, or 0.1%, while S&P 500 Futures dipped 3 points, or 0.1%, and Nasdaq 100 […]
Dollar Falls Modestly Ahead of Jackson Hole, Euro Gains Momentum
The U.S. dollar edged lower Tuesday, giving back early gains as caution prevailed following the White House summit on Ukraine. At 04:40 ET (08:40 GMT), the Dollar Index, which measures the greenback against six major peers, slipped 0.1% to 97.920 after modest overnight gains. Dollar Trades in Narrow Range U.S. President Donald Trump assured President […]
Market Commentary 2025-08-19
Daily market commentary featuring timely analysis of price action and economic events. Stay informed with expert observations on the themes shaping global markets.
Weekly Market Outlook | 18-22 Aug
The week of August 18 – 22 is set to be pivotal for global markets, with the release of the Federal Reserve’s July meeting minutes and Chair Jerome Powell’s remarks at the Jackson Hole symposium potentially paving the way for a September rate cut. In the United States, key data including housing starts, building permits, […]
Japan Set to Approve First Yen-Pegged Stablecoin
Japan’s top financial regulator is preparing to authorize the issuance of yen-denominated stablecoins as early as this fall, paving the way for the country’s first domestically backed digital currency tied to fiat, according to Nikkei. Tokyo-based fintech JPYC is expected to spearhead the launch, with its registration as a money transfer provider scheduled for completion […]
Today’s Stocks to Watch: Novo Nordisk and UnitedHealth
Key Points to Watch Out For: Novo Nordisk (NVO): FDA Approval for Wegovy The FDA approved Wegovy for the treatment of a form of liver disease. Shares gained nearly 5.5% in Denmark. Wegovy, already known as a weight-loss drug, is now cleared for this additional indication, strengthening Novo Nordisk’s market position. Soho House (SHCO): Move […]
U.S. Stock Futures Fall as Attention Turns to Jackson Hole and Zelensky Meeting
U.S. stock index futures edged lower Monday, consolidating after last week’s gains as investors looked ahead to a meeting between Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky and U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington, alongside the closely watched Jackson Hole Symposium. At 05:35 ET (09:35 GMT), Dow Jones Futures slipped 33 points, or 0.1%, S&P 500 Futures declined […]
Dollar Rises Slightly Ahead of Washington Summit; Jackson Hole Seen as Key Event
The U.S. dollar inched higher Monday as markets turned their focus to diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the war in Ukraine and the closely followed Federal Reserve’s Jackson Hole symposium. At 03:00 ET (08:00 GMT), the Dollar Index, which measures the greenback against a basket of six major currencies, was up 0.2% at 97.890, recovering […]
Market Commentary 2025-08-18
Daily market commentary featuring timely analysis of price action and economic events. Stay informed with expert observations on the themes shaping global markets.
What Is a Cryptocurrency Wallet?
In the cryptocurrency and blockchain ecosystem, digital wallets are essential for managing and securing digital assets. Available in both software and hardware formats, wallets allow users to send, receive, and store cryptocurrencies securely, ensuring exclusive access to funds through cryptographic keys. A wallet does not store cryptocurrencies directly. Instead, it safeguards the public and private […]