Ripple has formally argued to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) that fungible cryptocurrencies, when traded in secondary markets, should not be considered securities. In a letter dated May 27, Ripple—the blockchain firm behind XRP—cited legal scholar Lewis Cohen’s influential 2022 paper “The Inescapable Modality of Securities Law,” which asserts there is no legal […]
Dollar Rises Slightly, but Gains Still Uncertain
The U.S. dollar inched slightly higher on Wednesday, buoyed by stronger-than-expected economic data, though lingering uncertainty around trade policies and the growing federal deficit limited further upside. As of 06:45 ET (10:45 GMT), the U.S. Dollar Index—which measures the greenback against six major currencies—rose 0.1% to 99.500. However, it remains down 8% year-to-date as investors […]
Daily Technical Analysis: EUR/USD Falls Below 1.1400 After Positive US Data and Weak French CPI
The EUR/USD pair continues its decline, slipping below the 1.1400 level for the second consecutive session, pressured by a rebound in the US Dollar (USD) and soft inflation data from France. As of Tuesday, the pair trades at 1.1335, down over 0.40%. Rebounding Dollar Gains From Strong Confidence Data A recovery in risk sentiment followed […]
Dollar Recovers, Despite Ongoing Concerns About Trade and Debt
The U.S. dollar edged higher on Tuesday, buoyed slightly as traders returned from long weekends in the U.K. and U.S. However, lingering uncertainty over the Trump administration’s trade policies and a major tax-and-spending bill moving through Congress continued to weigh on sentiment. As of 05:40 ET (09:40 GMT), the U.S. Dollar Index—which measures the greenback […]
Outlook for the Week of May 26 – 30
The week of May 26–30 is shaping up to be crucial for global markets, with a spotlight on U.S. economic indicators and fiscal uncertainty. Investors will closely monitor the Fed minutes and core PCE inflation data for hints on future policy, while concerns over U.S. debt following Moody’s downgrade and a contentious budget bill weigh […]
Trump Delays EU Tariffs, Giving Bitcoin Room to Recover
On Sunday, May 25, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a delay in his proposed 50% tariffs on European Union imports, extending the deadline to July 9, 2025. The decision, shared via Trump’s Truth Social account, followed a call with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who emphasized the importance of maintaining strong trade ties […]
Dollar Falls Amid Trump’s Delay in Imposing Tariffs on the EU
The U.S. dollar weakened against major currencies as U.S. equity futures climbed following President Donald Trump’s decision to delay a planned tariff hike on the European Union. The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) initially fell but later recouped most of its losses. Meanwhile, the EUR/USD pair climbed as much as 0.5% before easing slightly to end […]
Daily Technical Analysis EUR/USD : Rises Toward 1.1400 After Tariff Delay
EUR/USD continues its upward momentum for the second straight session, trading near 1.1390 on Monday. The euro is gaining strength after Bloomberg reported that former U.S. President Donald Trump agreed to postpone the implementation of a 50% tariff on European Union (EU) imports until July 9. On Sunday, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen […]
Unraveling ETFs: A Complete Guide for Investors
Entering the world of stock market investing involves familiarizing yourself with a wealth of terminology and understanding the nature of the various financial instruments available. Among these, ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds) have gained significant prominence, sparking growing interest among investors of all levels. The recurring question, “What is an ETF?” underscores the need for a clear […]
Dollar Keeps Falling, The Pound Sterling Rises on Higher Inflation
The U.S. dollar continued to decline on Wednesday, weighed down by uncertainty surrounding President Donald Trump’s proposed tax and spending bill. Meanwhile, the British pound gained ground following stronger-than-expected inflation data. As of 04:30 ET (08:30 GMT), the U.S. Dollar Index—which measures the greenback against a basket of six major currencies—dropped 0.4% to 99.595, extending […]