Monthly Archives: August 2025
Ceasefire Hopes Lift Risk Appetite, Gold Retreats, Dollar Holds Steady Ahead of Powell

Written on August 19, 2025 at 6:01 am, by
Key Takeaways: * Russia–Ukraine tensions easing as Trump arranges possible trilateral peace talks with Putin and Zelenskyy. *Putin signals readiness to meet Zelenskyy within two weeks, raising hopes of a ceasefire. *Risk appetite improves, leading to a sharp retreat in gold as safe-haven demand eases. *Dollar Index rebounded slightly but remains range-bound amid Fed rateContinue Reading
CAD Braces for CPI as Policy Divergence Looms

Written on August 19, 2025 at 6:00 am, by
Key Takeaways: * Canadian Dollar steady as markets await CPI, with core inflation stuck near 3% keeping BoC cautious despite softer headline trends. *Oil and housing data provide only modest support, while rising CAD shorts highlight bearish positioning and investor skepticism. *Policy divergence with the Fed caps USD/CAD upside, but global risk sentiment and Powell’sContinue Reading
Gold Holds Firm as Fed Cut Hopes Trump Dollar Strength

Written on August 19, 2025 at 5:59 am, by
Key Takeaways: * Gold steadied as dollar softness offset the drag from higher bond yields, keeping the metal anchored above key support.* While safe-haven demand is capped by easing U.S.–China trade tensions, underlying growth concerns continue to lend resilience.* Prices remain range-bound as markets balance Fed rate-cut bets against signs of cooling global demand. MarketContinue Reading