Monthly Archives: October 2025
Wall Street Whipsaws on Trade Tensions, Relief Rally Tests Resilience
Written on October 14, 2025 at 6:04 am, by
Key Takeaways: *U.S. equities bounced sharply, with the Nasdaq surging 2.2% after last Friday’s heavy sell-off triggered by the U.S.–China trade tensions. *Markets recovered as Trump’s softer weekend tone eased fears of a full-blown trade escalation, though volatility remains elevated. *Persistent enthusiasm around artificial intelligence continues to provide underlying support for Wall Street’s broader resilience.Continue Reading
Crude Finds Stability as Softer U.S.–China Tone Eases Demand Fears
Written on October 14, 2025 at 6:03 am, by
Key Takeaways: *Modest Rebound: Crude prices recovered after last week’s selloff, buoyed by easing U.S.–China trade tensions and improved global risk sentiment. *Macro Headwinds Persist: Weak global growth indicators and the ongoing U.S. government shutdown continue to limit upside potential for demand recovery. *Geopolitical Risk Returns: Reports of expanded U.S. military aid to Ukraine haveContinue Reading
Calmer Tone Lifts Dollar Briefly, But Safe-Haven Flows Anchor Gold’s Record Run
Written on October 14, 2025 at 6:02 am, by
Key Takeaways: *Trade Tone Softens: President Trump’s reassurances that the U.S. is “not looking to hurt China” eased fears of a renewed trade escalation. *Fragile Dollar Rebound: The dollar’s gains remain tentative amid a prolonged U.S. government shutdown, mounting debt concerns. *Gold’s Record Surge: Gold extended its rally, supported by negative real yields, strong centralContinue Reading
