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U.S. GDP forecasts fall slowing to 3.2%

U.S. prepares to release its advance estimate for third quarter GDP this week, economists are revising down the growth outlook. Earlier estimates suggested growth was near 3.8%, but many forecasters now expect a slower pace closer to 3.2% or below. This adjustment doesn’t signal recession, but it shows a moderation in economic momentum and reflects several important trends shaping the U.S. economy today.

22 Dec 2025, 10:53

Gold breaks $4400 for first time as rate-cut bets and Venezuela tensions fuel haven demand

Gold breaks $4400 for first time as rate-cut bets and Venezuela tensions fuel haven demand

22 Dec 2025, 08:18

Japan raises interest rates to 30-year high

Bank of Japan (BOJ) raised its key interest rate on Friday to 0.75%, the highest level seen in three decades. This move marks another step in ending years of ultra-loose monetary policy, and many policymakers indicated they are ready for more increases if inflation and economic data continue to justify it.

19 Dec 2025, 09:50

U.S. economic data points to gradual cooling

Yesterday’s economic data suggested that the U.S. economy is gradually slowing down. The Dollar Index (DXY) stayed under pressure and failed to reach recent highs, as investors reassessed expectations for Federal Reserve policy in the coming months. While the data did not indicate a sharp slowdown, it reinforced the view that economic momentum is easing, especially in the labor market and consumer spending.

17 Dec 2025, 08:57

Markets brace for busy week of U.S. economic data

Markets are turning their attention to a busy week of U.S. economic data, with the NFP report, retail sales, and the highly anticipated unemployment rate report all scheduled for release. These figures are expected to play a major role in shaping market sentiment and expectations for Federal Reserve policy in the months ahead.

15 Dec 2025, 08:30

Strong ETF inflows and industrial demand fuel silver 98% YoY rally

Silver stayed above $63 per ounce on Friday, close to its all-time high, as tight supply met strong demand from investors. Prices also got a boost after the U.S. Federal Reserve cut interest rates, making silver and other non-yielding assets more attractive.

12 Dec 2025, 08:47

UK GDP expectations to rebound to 0.1% despite rising Unemployment rate to 5.0%

On November 12, 2025, the United Kingdom reported a small decline in its economy, with GDP falling by -0.1%, slightly below the expected 0.0%. This shows that the economy is still under pressure. Services and manufacturing were weak, and small gains in construction were not enough to offset the slowdown. Consumers are spending cautiously because prices are rising, and businesses are holding back on investments.

11 Dec 2025, 10:30

Fed cuts rates as dissent grows, starts T-bill buys

The Fed delivered a third straight 25 bp cut, but deepening dissent and a surprise plan to buy $40B/month in T-bills show a central bank easing policy while shoring up market plumbing. The bar for further cuts just rose.

11 Dec 2025, 10:00

Fed cut likely today, but guidance may slam the door on early-2026 moves

The Fed is set to deliver a third straight cut, but a split committee, sticky inflation and missing data raise the odds this is the last move for a while. Powell’s message will matter more than the 25 bps.

10 Dec 2025, 08:28

ECB’s Schnabel signals rate hike potential

ECB board member Isabel Schnabel indicated that the next move for the ECB might be a rate increase rather than another cut, though she was quick to clarify that such a hike is not expected immediately, the ECB had lowered interest rates by a total of two percentage points before pausing its easing cycle in June.

8 Dec 2025, 08:38