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
We would like to inform you of upcoming adjustments to the trading hours for certain symbols throughout July 2025. Please refer to our trading schedule for specific dates and affected symbols, and plan your trading activities accordingly. We encourage you to plan your trading activities accordingly. Please do not hesitate to contact our dedicated support […]
Today’s stocks to watch: Berkshire, Boeing, and Amazon
Key Points To Watch Out For: Boeing (BA): Potential strike in defense operations Boeing may face a strike beginning at midnight Monday after workers in its defense unit rejected the latest contract proposal. A walkout could pose risks to the company’s delicate operational recovery. CommScope (COMM), Amphenol (APH): Surge on acquisition rumors CommScope soared more […]
U.S. stock futures rise on heightened hopes for interest rate cuts
U.S. stock futures advanced early Monday, recovering from last week’s payrolls-driven sell-off as expectations for lower interest rates buoyed investor sentiment.At 06:49 ET (10:49 GMT), Dow Jones futures were up 252 points (0.6%), S&P 500 futures gained 39 points (0.6%), and Nasdaq 100 futures rose 177 points (0.8%). Wall Street’s major indexes closed sharply lower […]
Dollar falls sharply after poor employment data; will the Fed cut rates next month?
The U.S. dollar continued its decline on Monday, extending Friday’s sharp losses following a disappointing U.S. labor market report that bolstered expectations for early Federal Reserve rate cuts. At 04:20 ET (08:20 GMT), the U.S. Dollar Index—measuring the greenback against six major currencies—fell 0.2% to 98.722, after dropping more than 1% on Friday. Friday’s report […]