Monthly Archives: July 2025
Business inventories remained unchanged, sales declined slightly month-over-month but increased year-over-year, indicating tightening
Written on July 17, 2025 at 3:28 pm, by
US business inventories held steady in May 2025; sales declined slightly while retail inventories edged higher.
The NAHB housing market index was 33, matching estimates, with increased price cuts observed.
Written on July 17, 2025 at 2:59 pm, by
Builder confidence stabilizes, but rising price cuts and decreased permits signal a weakening housing market outlook.
US stock indices open slightly up, with NASDAQ eyeing a new record close and mixed performances
Written on July 17, 2025 at 2:58 pm, by
US stock indices rise, with NASDAQ nearing record; TSMC beats earnings estimates, Netflix earnings awaited.
Kugler believes maintaining a stable interest rate is vital amid low unemployment and inflation pressures
Written on July 17, 2025 at 2:29 pm, by
Fed officials advocate steady rates amid inflation concerns, emphasizing data-driven policy and tariff impacts through 2026.
Buyers of USDCHF attempt to dominate, yet face challenges as price retreats slightly within range
Written on July 17, 2025 at 2:28 pm, by
USDCHF climbs on strong U.S. data; key support at 0.80388–0.8055 may determine next bullish move.
The Philadelphia Fed Business index surged, indicating positive trends in employment and future growth expectations
Written on July 17, 2025 at 2:00 pm, by
Philadelphia Fed Index jumps to 15.9; new orders, shipments rise, prices and employment indicators improve.
Initial jobless claims in the US were lower than anticipated, indicating a stable labour market resilience
Written on July 17, 2025 at 1:59 pm, by
Jobless claims fell below expectations, indicating a stable labor market and resilient employment conditions in the U.S.
Navarro highlighted challenges in EU trade negotiations, including tariffs, VAT taxes, and non-tariff barriers
Written on July 17, 2025 at 12:59 pm, by
Peter Navarro highlights EU’s non-tariff barriers, citing VAT as a subsidy complicating US-EU trade negotiations.
Kevin Warsh believes AI offers opportunities, worries about the Fed’s outdated practices, and urges change
Written on July 17, 2025 at 12:59 pm, by
Kevin Warsh criticizes outdated Fed policy, urging adaptation to AI trends and warning of housing recession.
The USD strengthens against major currencies, driven by heightened yields and tariff concerns affecting others
Written on July 17, 2025 at 12:29 pm, by
The US dollar strengthens broadly; inflation moderates; labor market slows; tariffs and yields influence economic outlook.
