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.

ECB Expected to Cut Rates: What It Means for the Euro and Markets

A 25 basis point cut to the ECB deposit facility rate is widely anticipated, marking the seventh cut in the current cycle. The ECB continues to cut rates amid slow Eurozone growth, while the Federal Reserve pauses, creating a notable divergence in monetary policy. What next for EUR/USD? Most Read: Dow Jones (DJIA) Holds Support: Tariffs, Data & US Auto Tariff Exemption A 25 basis point cut to the ECB deposit facility rate is fully expected today. However, the chances of another cut in April are

06-03-2025 07:14 GMT by Zain Vawda

Canadian dollar higher as US suspends auto tariffs

The Canadian dollar is steady on Thursday after gaining around 1% over the past two days. In the European session, USD/CAD is trading at 1.4351, up 0.07% on the day. We could see some volatility from the Canadian dollar over the next two days, with the release of the Ivey PMI today and the employment report on Friday. US suspends auto tariffs but trade tensions with Canada remain The Trump tariff saga took a twist on Wednesday, as the US announced it would exempt automakers in Canada and Mexic

06-03-2025 05:42 GMT by Kenneth Fisher