Market Minutes
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All eyes on us data as gold hits new highs
focus remains on the next moves from Washington and Beijing — and whether today’s data can ease the pressure
U.S. tariff escalation and cooling CPI fuel policy crossroads
The Trump administration escalates its trade response to China while a surprise drop in March CPI adds complexity to the inflation outlook and policy expectations.
Inflation test ahead of fed speeches
U.S. CPI is expected to be the anchor today, setting the tone for upcoming rate expectations
Escalating U.S.-China trade war rattles global markets
The intensifying tariff exchange between the United States and China has led to significant market volatility, with major indices declining and investors seeking safe-haven assets.
Risk-Off mood deepens
Investors await cues on rate cuts, balance sheet strategy, and forward guidance
Tariff sparks risk exodus
Global markets tumble as Trump's sweeping tariffs ignite a cross-border retaliation and fuel recession fears.
Global markets plunge as U.S.-China trade war escalates
China's retaliatory tariffs intensify global trade tensions, leading to significant market declines and heightened recession fears.
Global markets react to sweeping U.S. tariff announcements
On April 2, 2025, President Donald Trump announced a universal 10% tariff on all imports, with additional higher tariffs targeting specific countries. This policy shift has led to significant market volatility and raised concerns about global economic stability.
Trade tensions, sticky inflation, and diverging growth
Stronger-than-expected core inflation in the U.S., resilient UK consumer demand, and mounting Japanese trade concerns add complexity to the global monetary outlook.
US Dollar in focus ahead of PCE data
Gold surges to fresh records, oil inches up amid geopolitical risk