XAG/USD extends gains for the third straight session, holding near $38.60 after hitting a fresh 14-year high of $39.13 earlier today. Rising geopolitical uncertainty and trade war fears are driving investor demand for precious metals, helping Silver outperform despite elevated price levels. Focus shifts to US CPI data scheduled for Tuesday, which could sway Federal Reserve (Fed) rate expectations…
2025.07.15 2025.07.15 US Dollar May Retreat As Inflation Data Looms. Forecast as of 15.07.2025 Dmitri Demidenkohttps://www.litefinance.org/blog/authors/dmitri-demidenko/ There will be no agreements! Tariff letters serve as an agreement. However, if Europe wants to negotiate, the US is ready to listen. That is Trump’s position, but his threats do little to scare investors. The TACO trade is gaining traction. Let’s discuss…
Analysts expect the U.K. to print softer inflation numbers for June, which would keep the Bank of England’s (BOE) easing plans on track. But our Event Guide for the June U.K. CPI also lays out the chance of a sell-the-rumor, buy-the-news move or even a hotter-than-expected report that backs the BOE’s more measured approach to easing. If…
This image always finds a way to come back time and time again. But is it still a bit too early to see price pressures ramp up as a result from Trump’s reciprocal tariffs since April? That will be the interesting thing to look out for in the US CPI report for June today. First, let’s take a look…
The US Dollar regains ground after subdued trading earlier in the day, supported by safe-haven flows and escalating trade tensions. US President Trump threatens the European Union and Mexico with 30% tariffs, expanding his pressure campaign on trade. The DXY US Dollar Index holds near a two-week high but struggles to clear key resistance at 97.80-98.00. The US Dollar…
All eyes are on the U.K. June CPI release to see if the numbers can tip the scales in favor of a more dovish Bank of England (BOE) decision soon. Forecasts are pointing to subdued price pressures for the month, as the global tariffs drama is barely affecting the U.K. economy lately. Here’s what you need…
June housing data from China. New Home Prices -0.27% m/m New Home Prices -3.2% y/y Used Home Prices -0.61% m/m Comment from China’s National Bureau of Statistics (NBS): new home prices in 70 cities fell month-on-month in June year-on-year declines narrowed Later this year, ForexLive.com is evolving into investingLive.com, a new destination for intelligent market updates and smarter decision-making…
GBP/USD falls as Trump slaps 30% tariffs on EU and Mexico, spurring mixed market reaction. US inflation is expected to rise 2.7% YoY, signaling the tariffs’ consumer impact. UK GDP slowdown boosts BoE rate cut bets ahead of CPI release. The Pound Sterling (GBP) retreats by 0.18% during the North American session as the US Dollar (USD) recovers following…
This week gives forex traders a breather from central bank drama, shifting the spotlight to inflation and growth data instead. The dollar’s still standing strong despite some mixed signals, while the yen keeps drawing buyers thanks to its safe-haven status. With U.S. tariffs set to kick in August 1, traders are already jockeying for position ahead of what could…
Moody’s chief economist Mark Zandi has escalated his warning on the U.S. housing market, shifting from a “yellow flare” to a “red flare” as conditions continue to deteriorate under the weight of high mortgage rates. In a series of posts on social media platform Twitter, Zandi outlined how persistently elevated mortgage rates—hovering near 7%—are exerting significant pressure on housing…
