Cautious Mood Builds Ahead of Fed Decision and Trade Risks
U.S. equity markets ended their nine-day winning streak on Monday, with major indices retreating and gold prices rallying sharply—a clear sign of renewed risk aversion. Investors are increasingly cautious ahead of this week’s Federal Reserve policy meeting and lingering…
Global Markets End Strong, Eyes on Fed and Trade Developments
Global and U.S. stock markets ended last week on a strong note, supported by solid April job data, better-than-expected corporate earnings, and signs of easing trade tensions. The S&P 500 extended its rally with a ninth consecutive daily gain, marking an impressive …
US Economic Data Mixed, Market Turns Focus to Non-Farm Payroll
U.S. economic data released Wednesday painted a mixed picture, with growing concerns over economic momentum. The Q1 2025 Preliminary GDP came in at -0.3%, sharply down from +2.4% in Q4 2024 and well below market expectations—fueling fears of a potential recession. On th…