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Monthly Archives: March 2025
A response to US tariffs will be given post-April 2, prioritising Mexico’s best interests in negotiations
Written on March 27, 2025 at 7:21 pm, by davin
Mexico to respond to U.S. tariffs; negotiations ongoing to protect auto parts and uphold free trade principles.
Initial jobless claims in the US reached 224K, slightly below the 225K forecast, with revisions
Written on March 27, 2025 at 6:21 pm, by davin
Jobless claims slightly below estimates; continuing claims steady, signaling a stable U.S. labor market trend.
The US advanced goods trade balance for February shows a deficit lower than anticipated, reflecting rising imports
Written on March 27, 2025 at 5:51 pm, by davin
February’s trade deficit improved to $147.391 billion, driven by rising exports and a slight drop in imports.
Wholesale inventories in the US rose 0.3%, lower than the expected 0.4% increase
Written on March 27, 2025 at 5:21 pm, by davin
US wholesale inventories rose 0.3% in February, below expectations, while retail inventories increased only 0.1%.
US initial jobless claims and trade balance figures are anticipated, with potential recession implications looming
Written on March 27, 2025 at 4:51 pm, by davin
Global reactions to US tariffs are cautious; worsening economy may intensify concerns. Key metrics signal potential recession.
The EU plans an upcoming response to auto tariffs, ensuring it’s timely and well-calibrated
Written on March 27, 2025 at 4:21 pm, by davin
The European Commission plans a timely, robust response to proposed auto tariffs, with counter-tariffs expected by 2 April.
Renewed fears over tariffs caused the S&P 500 to fall, yet it rebounded off its trendline
Written on March 27, 2025 at 3:51 pm, by davin
S&P 500 declines with technical pullback; buyers defend trendline, targeting 5856, while sellers eye 5652 breakdown.
Villeroy indicated that rising long-term yields restrict financial conditions while France aims for a 3% deficit
Written on March 27, 2025 at 3:21 pm, by davin
Villeroy stresses tighter financial conditions, France’s deficit reduction, and potential economic impact of Trump’s tariffs on GDP.
The Euro remains under pressure as US Dollar strength increases amid uncertainty regarding tariffs.
Written on March 27, 2025 at 2:51 pm, by davin
EURUSD declines as US tariffs impact the euro; resistance at trendline may determine future price direction.
After the auto tariffs announcement, traders adjusted their rate cut expectations for various central banks
Written on March 27, 2025 at 2:21 pm, by davin
Traders expect increased ECB rate cuts after Trump’s auto tariff, influencing global central bank policy expectations.
