Record Highs for U.S. Stock Indices Amid Expectations of Interest Rate Cuts
We are witnessing positive momentum in U.S. stock indices, specifically the S&P 500, Nasdaq 100, and Dow Jones, as they continue to reach record levels. For example, the S&P 500 rose to 6,593 points yesterday, the Nasdaq 100 reached 24,017 points, and the Dow Jones hit 46,136 points, increasing approximately 12%, 14%, and 8%, respectively, […]
Australian Dollar Hits Highest Level Since November 2024, Supported by Strong Economic Data and Weak U.S. Dollar
The Australian dollar (AUD) hit 0.6636 against the U.S. dollar (USD) yesterday, marking its highest level since November 8, 2024. The AUD/USD pair has surged by approximately 12% since the April 9, 2025 low of 0.5913, up to the recent high. It has also gained around 7% year-to-date and is currently trading near the 0.6600 […]
Despite volatility, Bitcoin is up 20% YTD, supported by rate-cut expectations and continued investment inflows through funds
Bitcoin prices reached nearly $124,500 on Thursday, August 14, 2025, marking a new all-time high. However, they later fell to $107,300 on September 1, representing a 14% decline from that peak to the trough, before rebounding to trade currently around $112,000. Year-to-date, Bitcoin is up 21%, outperforming U.S. equity indices. Despite this volatility, Bitcoin remains […]
Nikkei 225 Hits New Record High Above 44,000 Points, Boosted by Economic Momentum and Weak Yen
The Nikkei 225 Index continues its upward trend, reaching a new all-time high of 44,186 points today. The index has surged approximately 43% since its low on April 7 of this year, when it recorded 30,793 points, up to today’s peak. It has also risen around 9% year-to-date. Additionally, Japan’s TOPIX Index is also hitting […]
Weekly Economic Overview – Past Week
Last week showed mixed performance across global economic indicators. The US trade deficit widened to $78.3 billion, while initial jobless claims increased to 237,000. US crude oil inventories rose by 2.415 million barrels, and job openings declined to 7.181 million. Private sector nonfarm payrolls, according to ADP, fell to 54,000, and the official nonfarm payroll […]
Gold Price Milestone: Key Drivers Behind the Surge
Gold prices continue their upward trajectory, reaching $3,579 yesterday, marking a new all-time high. The metal is currently hovering around $3,530, and has gained approximately 35% year-to-date, outperforming high-risk assets such as Bitcoin and major U.S. stock indices. Key Drivers Behind the Bullish Momentum in Gold: Shift Away from Long-Term Government Bonds: Investors are pulling […]
Geopolitical and Trade Factors Support Oil Prices Despite Pressure from the Dollar and Supply
Crude oil prices rose to $69.53 yesterday, the highest level since August 4, 2025, and are currently hovering near $69.00 per barrel amid ongoing uncertainty in the oil market driven by mixed factors. Still, oil prices remain down 7% since the beginning of the year. The positive factors supporting oil prices include: Despite U.S. President […]
Silver Hits Highest Level Since 2011, Outperforming Gold, Bitcoin, and Global Equity Indices
Silver continues its upward trajectory, recording $40.85 today — its highest level since September 2011 — and is currently trading above the $40.00 mark. The metal has surged about 44% from its April 7, 2025 low of $28.36, reaching today’s peak. Since the start of the year, silver has climbed around 41%, outperforming risk assets […]
Coffee Futures Continue to Rise, Reaching Highest Level Since May 2025
Arabica coffee futures in New York continue their upward trend, recording $391 yesterday — the highest level since May 7, 2025 — and marking a 20% increase since the beginning of the year. Prices are currently hovering around the $380 level. These contracts also surged by approximately 70% over the past year. The reasons behind […]
Gold Holds Firm Amid Trade and Geopolitical Tensions and Questions Over Fed Independence
Gold prices gained about 1% last week and have extended their rise by 0.50% so far this week, supported by several key factors: Fed Policy Outlook: Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell hinted during his speech at the Jackson Hole Symposium on Friday at potential interest rate cuts. This boosted the attractiveness of gold, which offers […]
