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Markets Today: Copper Saga Heats Up, More Tariffs and DAX Holds Firm Near All-Time Highs

US trade tensions with new tariffs on copper and other countries, impacting global markets. Asian market reactions, including Bitcoin's record high and tumbling Brazilian markets. The article also discusses the highest US tariff levels in 90 years, European stock performance driven by mining shares and US-EU trade deal hopes, and movements in currencies and commodities like gold and oil. The DAX Index is highlighted as the chart of the day.

10-07-2025 09:12 GMT by Zain Vawda

Asia midday: HK & SG equities lead; US rally stalls at resistance, Dow Jones (Chart of the day)

US stocks rebounded as Nvidia surged 2.8%, becoming the first company to hit a $4 trillion valuation. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 rose, though gains stalled at key resistance levels. Despite new US tariff threats, Asian markets were mixed, Singapore’s STI hit another record high, while Japan’s Nikkei slipped. A weakening US dollar lifted gold and boosted the Aussie dollar.

10-07-2025 07:07 GMT by Kelvin Wong

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Nasdaq and BTC wick at their ATH – Market wrap for the North American session - July 9

July 9 NA Session Recap: Another mean-reverting session with the only movements provided from the Tech sector with NVIDIA's new record Market Cap propping BTC and Nasdaq to wick new all-time highs.

09-07-2025 20:43 GMT by Elior Manier

Trump tariff yo-yo fails to scare Markets – NA Mid-Week Update

Mid-week North American markets update: Sentiment starts to show some mixed signs, with stock markets still showing some decent performance. The US Dollar on the other hand has started to show signs of strengths with a couple of caveats. USDCAD intra-day levels and overview of NA currency performances.

09-07-2025 20:15 GMT by Elior Manier

FOMC Minutes: ‘A couple’ of policymakers to consider rate cuts in July and ‘most’ before year-end

Minutes from the Fed’s June 17-18 policy meeting, released at 14:00 EDT, have done little to change the narrative surrounding future monetary policy decisions. Markets predict the Federal Reserve will maintain rates on July 30th and make its first 2025 rate cut in its September 17th decision.

09-07-2025 18:15 GMT by Christian Norman

Ethereum’s steady performance sets the stage for an upside breakout

Ethereum continues its steady recovery, holding a resilient range between $2,350–$2,750. Despite Q1 selloffs, crypto markets consolidate at relatively elevated levels, drawing attention from traditional investors. Spot the keys for a potential breakout through a multi-timeframe analysis of ETH and ETHBTC.

09-07-2025 16:40 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: RBNZ Rate Hold, Copper Volatility, DAX Makes a Move Toward Fresh Highs

Get the latest on RBNZ's rate hold, copper's drop due to Trump tariffs, DAX eyeing fresh highs, and continued strong central bank gold buying. Dive into Asian and European market wraps, currency movements, and key economic data.

09-07-2025 08:55 GMT by Zain Vawda

Another tariff delay – Market wrap for the North American session - July 8

July 8 NA Session Recap: Mean-reverting session and mixed sentiment all around as the Trump Administration pushed once again the tariff deadlines to August 1st.

08-07-2025 20:40 GMT by Elior Manier

Preparing for tonight's RBNZ Rate Decision

Looking at NZDUSD and Market expectations ahead of tonight's RBNZ Rate Decision – Releasing at 10:00 P.M. Eastern Time. Technical Analysis of major levels to gain an edge on the release which could add to the current volatility.

08-07-2025 18:55 GMT by Elior Manier

Dow (DJIA): Stocks unchanged on renewed tariff fears and ongoing trade negotiations

Trading around ~$44,291 at the time of writing, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) remains largely unchanged in today’s trading, trading around ~0.09% some open hours after the open.

08-07-2025 17:56 GMT by Christian Norman

A look at US Indices & US Dollar after the latest drama from the Trump administration

US Indices outlook after the latest Tariff Drama from the Trump Administration – The July 9th Deadline has been pushed back once again to August 1st. Take a look at technicals for the Dow Jones, S&P 500, Nasdaq and the Dollar Index to try to make sense of all the ongoing confusion.

08-07-2025 15:28 GMT by Elior Manier

WTI Oil Flat After Mondays 2.2% Surge, More Upside Ahead?

Despite an OPEC+ production increase, oil prices surged due to misinterpreted data and exaggerated oversupply fears. Strong demand, geopolitical tensions, and trade deal optimism continue to support prices. Technical analysis shows WTI testing resistance; future movements hinge on trade deals and inventory data.

08-07-2025 14:57 GMT by Zain Vawda

A look at past central bank surprises as RBA holds rates despite expectations

The Royal Bank of Australia surprised markets with an overnight pause, despite markets heavily favoring the odds for a 25 bps cut – explore why knowing your Central Banks is key to Forex trading and how to constantly watch for market biases that tend to lead to surprises.

08-07-2025 14:20 GMT by Elior Manier

Markets Today: Trump Tariff Dilemma, EU Trade Deal and DAX Back Above 24000

Trump's tariff plans, including their impact on Asian and European stock markets, currency fluctuations, and commodity prices. I also highlight upcoming economic data releases and speeches. Additionally, I delve into the technical analysis of the DAX index, outlining its support and resistance levels.

08-07-2025 10:18 GMT by Zain Vawda

Asia mid-session: Asian stocks climb despite new US tariff threats; AUD rebounds, gold stabilizes

Asian equities rallied despite new US tariff letters, with the Hang Seng up 0.7% and KOSPI 200 surging 2%, as markets shrugged off Trump’s warnings amid an extended deadline to 1 August. The AUD/USD rebounded above its 20-day moving average, boosted by surprise from the RBA holding rates steady. Gold steadied above key support after a brief pullback.

08-07-2025 07:12 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Tariffs incoming – Market wrap for the North American session - July 7

July 7 NA Session Recap: USD up, Equities down a lot in a market reshuffle as the theme and sentiment shifts towards the harsh reality of the Trump Tariffs which now appear more real than ever.

07-07-2025 20:39 GMT by Elior Manier

Silver consolidates close to the 2012 highs, poised for a breakout?

Silver higher to lower timeframe (Monthly to 4H) analysis to spot current edges in the precious metal's price action. Fundamental outlook and ongoing trends that shape potential future moves for Silver (XAG).

07-07-2025 18:58 GMT by Elior Manier

Australian dollar outlook as markets prepare for upcoming RBA rate decision

AUDUSD Outlook as tonight's Royal Bank of Australia Rate Decision is approaching – Markets largely expect a cut to 3.60% but there could be some reasons for surprises (with the last surprise being a hike in May 2023 when markets expected a pause). Take a look at a multi-timeframe analysis of the currency pair to gain a edge for the key number.

07-07-2025 15:39 GMT by Elior Manier

Dow Jones at the brink of its all-time highs, will we see new highs this week?

Global equities mixed as US markets reopen post-holiday, shrugging off new China-EU trade tensions. Trump’s tariff push and upcoming RBA/RBNZ decisions add macro weight. With the Dow just shy of ATHs, we analyze US30 levels that could shape this week’s momentum.

07-07-2025 14:07 GMT by Elior Manier

Gold (XAU/USD) Slips 1% and Flirts with $3300/oz Support

Gold slides as trade deal hopes rise, but Mideast tensions and mixed Fed signals add uncertainty. Technical analysis hints at a potential bounce

07-07-2025 13:49 GMT by Zain Vawda