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US GDP rebounds, Bank of Canada holds rates

The US economy performed better than expected in the second quarter, with a solid gain of 3.0%. The Bank of Canada held interest rates, as expected.

31-07-2025 08:55 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

US/UK CPI higher than expected, Bitcoin rise continues

US and UK inflation were both higher than expected. The Fed is expected to hold rates later this month, while the BoE is expected to cut rates in August.

16-07-2025 19:15 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Trump tariff deadline expires, RBA in surprise rate hold

President Trump has delayed a new round of tariffs from July 9 to August 1. The delay did not trigger marktet volatility. The RBA shocked the markets when it failed to lower the benchmark rate and delivered a hold.

09-07-2025 15:50 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Fed and BoE hold rates, SNB cuts to zero,oil prices soar

The Federal Reserve and BoE both held interest rates. The SNB lowered rates by a quarter-point to zero and oil prices have surged higher as the Israel-Iran war continues.

19-06-2025 17:05 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

UK CPI higher than expected, Sterling hits highest level since Feb. 2022

UK inflation surged in April and was higher than expected. This has essentially removed the chances of a rate hike in June. The pound continued to rally and hit its highest level since Feb. 2022.

22-05-2025 08:00 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Nasdaq edges higher, US CPI softens

US CPI rose in April but was lower than expected. The Nasdaq edged higher as investors reacted positively to the US-China tariff deal and the US inflation report

15-05-2025 08:45 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

US UK trade deal agreed, Bank of England cuts rates

The US and UK announced a trade deal which will reduce some tariffs. The Bank of England lowered interest rates from 4.5% to 4.25%.

09-05-2025 08:00 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

US economy shrinks, oil prices slide, Aussie CPI above forecasts

US GDP and ADP employment decelerated and missed expectations. Australia's core CPI fell to 2.9% from 3.3%, its lowest level in three years.

30-04-2025 20:10 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

US stocks rebound, Gold hits new high, Tesla profits plunge

US stocks are sharply higher after President Trump said he would not fire Fed Chair Powell and that he would lower tariffs on China. Gold has hit a new high and Tesla earnings disappointed.

23-04-2025 15:35 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Trade tariffs, China Q1 GDP, US earnings, ECB & Fed Chair’s speech are the key focus for this week

A busy week ahead with monetary policy decisions from the ECB, China’s key data releases (Q1 GDP, Retail Sales, Industrial Production), US Q1 earnings (Goldman Sachs, Bank of America, Citigroup, UnitedHealth, Netflix), and new developments on US trade tariffs.

15-04-2025 07:00 GMT by Kelvin Wong

US stocks down after Asia/Europe shares soar, US CPI lower than expected

US stocks are lower even though markets in Asia and Europe were up sharply. US inflation eased in March and was lower than expected.

10-04-2025 17:28 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Markets tumble as China retaliates against Trump tariffs

Global stock markets plunged after US President Donald Trump raise tariffs on China to an astounding 104%. China quickly retaliated and lifted tariffs on the US to 84%. New Zealand's central bank lowered rates by a quarter-point to 3.5% and noted concern over the negative impact the tariffs could have on New Zealand's economy.

10-04-2025 06:45 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Risk-off intensified while US dollar mixed as US trade tariffs policy may force a rethink on global world order

Global stocks may continue to face headwinds over stagflation risk, while an apparent resurgence of US dollar strength is missing in this current bout of risk-off due to a change in the global world order.

08-04-2025 18:00 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Global stocks plummet as Trump tariffs hit markets

US President Donald Trump announced wide-ranging tariffs and global stock markets responded with sharp losses. It's unclear how targeted nations will respond and a global trade war seems a step closer after Trump's bombshell.

03-04-2025 18:00 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

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Markets Slide On Tariff Fears

US equity markets have fallen sharply as investors are deeply concerned that US President Donald Trump will impose wide-ranging tariffs on April 2.

01-04-2025 11:22 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

US, Japan Core Inflation Higher than Expected, UK Retail Sales Up, Week Ahead Preview

Tokyo Core CPI accelerated in March, keeping the Bank of Japan on track for further rate hikes. The US Core PCE Price Index also moved higher, as inflation in the US remains sticky.

31-03-2025 12:30 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

S&P 500 Q1 performance, inflation data from US, UK & Tokyo are the key focuses for this week

Join OANDA Senior Market Analyst Kelvin Wong & podcast host, Jonny Hart, as they review the latest market news and moves.

25-03-2025 08:10 GMT by Kelvin Wong

Bank of England, Federal Reserve keep rates on hold, US stock market surges

The Bank of England and the Federal Reserve both maintained rates on Thursday. The BoE noted that inflation was on the rise and expressed concern about global trading uncertainty. The Fed signalled it still planned to cut rates twice this year. US stock markets reacted positively and posted sharp gains following the Fed's rate announcement.

21-03-2025 11:33 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

US CPI softens, Oil prices rise, BoC lowers rates

Join OANDA Market Analyst Kenny Fisher & podcast guest Nick Syiek (TraderNick) as they review the latest market news and moves. MarketPulse provides up-to-the-minute analysis on forex, commodities and indices from around the world. https://open.spotify.com/episode/4I0v08ryEcuZ4SbNNSByQR?si=227846461d374d98

13-03-2025 05:23 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Markets steady after Monday sell-off

Join OANDA Market Analyst Kenny Fisher & podcast guest Nick Syiek (TraderNick) as they review the latest market news and moves. MarketPulse provides up-to-the-minute analysis on forex, commodities and indices from around the world. https://open.spotify.com/episode/3KogqzdfyMS0rU7pk1ECUa?si=adfc29ef8f3745de

11-03-2025 14:20 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

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