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Monthly Archives: May 2025
Adriana Kugler from the Fed stated it’s logical to keep the policy rate moderately restrictive
Written on May 9, 2025 at 5:10 pm, by anakin
Fed’s Kugler sees policy rate as moderately restrictive, notes inflation risks from tariffs, economy shows resilience.
Trump suggested 80% tariffs on China, causing market uncertainty and diverse reactions from currencies and equities
Written on May 9, 2025 at 4:46 pm, by anakin
Trump’s 80% China tariff proposal rattles markets; dollar dips, bonds rise, investors eye upcoming trade talks.
In April, Commerzbank’s Carsten Fritsch observed that China imported considerable crude oil amounts
Written on May 9, 2025 at 4:40 pm, by anakin
Chinese crude oil imports rose 7.5% in April, but US sanctions may challenge future import levels.
Navarro believes the weekend will bring market excitement, while Japan successfully safeguards its interests
Written on May 9, 2025 at 4:15 pm, by anakin
Weekend poses high risk for traders as US eyes trade talks, EU VAT remains major obstacle.
The GBP advances against most currencies, outperforming all except the Japanese Yen
Written on May 9, 2025 at 4:10 pm, by anakin
Pound Sterling gains as BoE cuts rates; mixed MPC views highlight cautious approach amid trade deal optimism.
Kugler warns tariffs may increase inflation, while demand weakness threatens growth and complicates policy decisions
Written on May 9, 2025 at 3:46 pm, by anakin
Tariffs may spark inflation amid weak demand, pressuring margins, complicating Fed policy, and challenging markets.
After the Fed’s losses, the Canadian Dollar trades steadily against the US Dollar, according to Scotiabank
Written on May 9, 2025 at 3:40 pm, by anakin
Canadian Dollar holds steady as markets digest Fed outlook, eye jobs data and rising bond market risks.
According to Bessent, Trump prefers an 80% tariff on China, differing from previous lower reports
Written on May 9, 2025 at 3:15 pm, by anakin
Trump proposes 80% China tariff, signaling tougher trade stance; contrasts with earlier 50-54% reduction reports.
Carsten Fritsch observed Kazakhstan’s ongoing excessive oil production, lacking intentions for reductions in May
Written on May 9, 2025 at 3:10 pm, by anakin
Kazakhstan maintains high oil output in May, exceeding limits and risking pressure on global oil prices.
China’s market must open to the US, as closed markets are outdated, according to Trump
Written on May 9, 2025 at 2:45 pm, by anakin
The US president urges China to open its market, highlighting benefits of free, open trade relations.
