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.

Europe's Mid-Session Bell: Risk-On sentiment prevails as BoE decision comes into focus

European market update: Stocks rise on trade deal hopes. Pound gains despite expected BoE rate cut. Oil stable, gold dips. Fed views inflation/unemployment risk. DAX technical analysis points to potential downside with support & resistance levels noted. Economic calendar quiet until BoE decision.

08-05-2025 09:13 GMT by Zain Vawda

Asia Mid-Session Bell: Risk-on in stock indices as Trump teases upcoming major trade announcement, pound rallied ahead of BoE meeting

US President Trump teased a major trade deal announcement, sparking risk-on rallies in stock indices. The GBP rallied as the UK may be a partner in the trade deal, but Gold (XAU/USD) ignored the trade deal optimism and recorded an intraday gain of 1.2%

08-05-2025 05:20 GMT by Kelvin Wong