Monthly Archives: May 2025
Dollar Weakens as Moody’s Downgrade Fuels U.S. Economic Concerns
Written on May 19, 2025 at 5:55 am, by
Key Takeaways: *US-China trade deal reached with 90-day delay in tariffs—trade war headlines take a backseat. *Moody’s downgrade of U.S. credit rating raises concerns over fiscal health and future borrowing costs. *The Dollar Index remains under pressure, as recession fears and potential Fed rate cuts weigh on sentiment. Fundamental Analysis After a period of intenseContinue Reading
Japan’s Economy Contracts Sharply, Clouding Outlook for BOJ Tightening and Yen Strength
Written on May 19, 2025 at 5:54 am, by
Key Takeaways: *Japanese GDP came short, casting fresh doubt on the Boj’s monetary tightening policy. *Japan is falling behind on trade talks with the U.S., exerting pressure on the country’s economy. Market Summary: Japan’s economy shrank for the first time in a year, with GDP contracting by 0.7% in the latest quarter, exceeding economists’ expectationsContinue Reading
Wall Street Holds Gains Despite Mixed Retail Sales, Powell Flags Inflation Risks
Written on May 19, 2025 at 5:54 am, by
Key Takeaways: *U.S. Retail Sales came short, fueling dovish expectations on the Fed. *Jerome Powell’s Hawkish remark hinders Wall Street’s Upward momentum. Market Summary: U.S. retail sales data released yesterday came in above expectations but notably softer than the previous reading, prompting a cautious market tone. While the stronger-than-expected print helped ease immediate recession concerns,Continue Reading
