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US markets mixed amid lack of data
Today's report focuses on relevant political data and the weekly performance of key assets. The US government shutdown continues as Congress has failed to reach an agreement. Meanwhile, data from the ISM Services PMI showed a decline, with the indicator falling to 50 points, indicating neutrality. The weekly performance for US gold and equity markets was positive, while oil benchmarks and the dollar declined.
3 Oct 2025, 23:38
Trump discusses spending cuts in new talks with Democrats
Today’s report focuses on salient economic and political developments. US President Donald Trump has stated that he will seek to eliminate jobs and institutions linked to the Democratic Party, citing the need to reduce government spending. Meanwhile, the unemployment rate in the European Union has risen slightly, and exports in Australia have contracted.
3 Oct 2025, 02:02
US ADP jobs fall as shutdown hits labour data and outlook
Today’s report focuses on several key economic data points. Private payrolls measured by ADP showed a contraction in the latest assessment. Eurozone inflation recorded a slight uptick. Meanwhile, crude-oil inventories rose more than expected, pressuring prices lower. All this occurred as the US government shutdown materialised amid disagreement in Congress.
2 Oct 2025, 02:46
US consumer confidence dips as markets deliver mixed signals
Today’s report highlights several notable data releases. The Conference Board’s consumer-confidence gauge declined in its latest reading. China’s PMI prints came in below estimates. Japan’s industrial production fell for a second consecutive month. Meanwhile, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) left interest rates unchanged.
1 Oct 2025, 00:54
US shutdown fears rise as gold hits record high
The Dollar Index closed slightly lower amid rising risks of a US government shutdown. If Congress fails to reach agreement, the Bureau of Labor Statistics could delay publication of employment data. In parallel, gold reached a new all-time high as investors sought safe-haven assets.
30 Sep 2025, 01:21
PCE meets forecasts as gold and oil edge higher
Personal consumption expenditures (PCE) inflation data arrived in line with analysts’ expectations, albeit with a slight acceleration in the headline measure. Although the release contained no major surprises, it suggests the tariff impact on prices is not yet visible in the data. In response, the dollar eased modestly, gold rose, and US equity indices appreciated into the close.
26 Sep 2025, 23:42
Stronger GDP and job growth boost optimism in US markets
US equity markets declined on renewed doubts about the viability of further Fed cuts. Weekly jobless-benefit data fell, monthly durable-goods orders surprised to the upside, and the latest Q2 GDP revision beat expectations—all of which underscore the strength of the US economy.
26 Sep 2025, 01:15
US home sales beat estimates as Fed tone shifts markets
New home sales in the US surprised to the upside, reaching a three-year high. The print may reflect the recent decline in long-term reference rates, although many analysts regard it as a one-off outlier that is likely to normalise in coming months. Meanwhile, equity markets closed lower amid the Fed’s cautious tone and heightened uncertainty.
24 Sep 2025, 22:53
High market prices and economic challenges highlighted in Powell’s warning
The Chair of the Federal Reserve (Fed) stated that the FOMC sees a minimal but present risk of stagflation in the US economy and will not pre-commit to further cuts without supporting data. When questioned about financial stability, he added that the Fed does not perceive systemic risks, though asset valuations are considered elevated.
24 Sep 2025, 01:28
Bank of England keeps rates on hold, pound under pressure
The Bank of England (BoE) kept its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 4%, while slowing the pace of its quantitative tightening (QT) programme. Meanwhile, equity markets advanced across the board following the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) decision to cut interest rates.
18 Sep 2025, 22:06