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US Non-Farm Payrolls: What it means for your trades
What if a single economic release could trigger sharp market moves in just minutes? This Friday, 5 September 2025, the US Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) report will do exactly that. Known for shaking markets, the NFP is one of the most closely watched indicators in the world – and a key driver of the US dollar,Continue Reading
Dollar leads rally as US bonds push markets lower
Political and economic risks are shaping sentiment across global markets. US tariffs and Fed scrutiny fuel uncertainty, UK gilts rally as sterling weakens, while Japan and Turkey grapple with political instability. In Argentina, authorities step in to support the FX market amid pressure on bonds and the peso. KEY INDICATORS Dollar strength driven by USContinue Reading
Sterling under strain as bond markets hit historic levels
Sterling faces renewed pressure as bond market swings, fiscal uncertainty, and political shifts test investor confidence. Traders are watching to see whether the pound can steady or slide further. Pound hit by debt concerns The British pound dropped more than 1% on Tuesday, sliding to $1.3422, as a sharp selloff in UK government bonds pushedContinue Reading
Fed cut talk keeps markets on a tightrope
Markets are weighing rising risks as a US court challenges Trump’s tariffs and the Fed signals a potential rate cut in September, while the ECB emphasises flexibility. Geopolitical tensions intensify with the Russia-Ukraine war, escalating Middle East conflicts, and Turkey cutting ties with Israel. Political shifts in Thailand and reaffirmed mandates in France add toContinue Reading
Week ahead: Fed signals September easing
This week, markets focused on the Federal Reserve’s dovish signals and rising geopolitical tensions. Fed Governor Waller backed a 25 bps rate cut in September, with further easing likely over the next three to six months. However, political risks grew as Tim Cook sued Trump and named Powell as a defendant, raising questions about FedContinue Reading
