Trade Wars 2.0 - news and analysis

The second presidency of Donald Trump initiated escalation of tariffs that triggered significant financial movements. These actions may to increased costs for businesses and consumers, disrupted supply chains, and created market uncertainty. Retaliatory tariffs from affected nations can further strain global trade, impacting economic growth and prompting concerns about long-term financial stability.

USDCAD pushes to attempt a break above 1.38 amid USD bullish pressure

A hotter-than-expected U.S. PPI print strengthens the dollar, lifting yields and tempering rate cut bets. With the Canadian dollar lagging amid weak domestic data and following USD moves in regional FX trends, USDCAD holds near key levels. We break down the technical setup for the pair and potential trading opportunities ahead.

14-08-2025 15:44 GMT by Elior Manier

Dow Jones and US stocks open lower after massive PPI beat

Hot U.S. PPI data rattles markets, with both headline and core rising 0.9% m/m, far above forecasts. Tariff-driven inflation risks could shift Fed policy, clouding the outlook for a September rate cut. As risk appetite falters, we examine key technical levels for the Dow Jones following the market’s sharp reaction.

14-08-2025 14:30 GMT by Elior Manier