U.S. stock index futures edged higher on Wednesday, recovering from the prior session’s weakness as investors assessed additional corporate earnings and weaker-than-expected economic data. At 05:45 ET (09:45 GMT), Dow Jones futures rose 145 points (0.3%), S&P 500 futures gained 15 points (0.2%), and Nasdaq 100 futures advanced 17 points (0.1%). Major indices declined on […]
Dollar remains on hold pending FOMC meeting; pound sterling looks ahead to Bank of England meeting
The U.S. dollar traded within a narrow range on Wednesday as investors focused on President Donald Trump’s upcoming nomination to fill a vacancy on the Federal Reserve’s Board of Governors. At 03:50 ET (07:50 GMT), the U.S. Dollar Index, which measures the greenback against six major currencies, slipped 0.1% to 98.527. Trading remained subdued following […]
Daily Technical Analysis EUR/USD: remains stable at close to 1.1570 as markets assimilate the Fed’s forecasts
The EUR/USD remained stable around 1.1573 on Wednesday as traders assessed the latest US employment figures and awaited additional economic releases. Mixed HCOB Flash PMI readings from the Eurozone failed to lift the Euro against the Dollar. During the session, reports surfaced that President Donald Trump considered nominating Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to fill the […]
Trump May Sign Executive Order Targeting Banks That Discriminate Against Crypto Firms
U.S. banks that deny services to cryptocurrency-related businesses may soon face regulatory consequences, as former President Donald Trump is reportedly preparing to sign an executive order addressing “debanking” practices. According to The Wall Street Journal, the draft order aims to prohibit financial institutions from closing accounts based on ideological or political considerations—a move positioned to […]
Fundamental Analysis of European and U.S. Stock Markets – August 5, 2025
On Monday, August 4, global equity markets recorded moderate gains in what was otherwise a quiet trading session, marked by limited macroeconomic data and corporate news. Major Western indices partially recovered losses from the previous three sessions—particularly those from Friday—supported by strength in the banking sector. In the United Kingdom, several banks rallied after avoiding […]
Today’s stocks to watch: AMD, Palantir, and Super Micro
Key Points To Watch Out For: Palantir (PLTR): Momentum from Upward Guidance Palantir gained 6% in premarket trading after reporting quarterly earnings that surpassed expectations and raising its full-year outlook. The company continues to benefit from growing demand for its AI-driven software offerings. Hims & Hers (HIMS), Novo Nordisk (NVO): Declines on Partnership Fallout and […]
U.S. stock futures keep bouncing back; Palantir is making a big impression
U.S. stock index futures rose slightly on Tuesday, extending Wall Street’s recovery as earnings season continues to unfold. As of 05:45 ET (09:45 GMT), Dow Jones futures were up 65 points (0.1%), S&P 500 futures gained 10 points (0.1%), and Nasdaq 100 futures added 38 points (0.2%). Monday’s gains helped reverse last week’s steep losses, […]
Dollar stabilizes after sharp losses triggered by employment data
The U.S. dollar stabilized on Tuesday, recovering slightly after recent losses driven by weaker-than-expected payroll data, as investors reassessed the outlook for Federal Reserve rate cuts amid signs of a slowing economy. As of 04:15 ET (08:15 GMT), the U.S. Dollar Index, which measures the greenback against a basket of six major currencies, rose 0.2% […]
Outlook for the Week of August 4–8
The week of August 4–8 is expected to be relatively quiet but could still hold meaningful developments for global markets. The spotlight will be on the Bank of England’s rate decision, as policymakers navigate the challenge of persistent inflation amid slowing economic growth. In the U.S., attention shifts to the ISM Services PMI, a key […]
Trading Hours Update – Additional Changes for August 2025
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