Monthly Archives: March 2025
41654156156Oil Rises on US-Venezuela Tensions
Written on March 25, 2025 at 5:24 am, by pumarketings
Fundamental Analysis * Crude oil prices edged higher as tensions between the US and Venezuela escalated following President Donald Trump’s threat to impose a 25% tariff on countries purchasing Venezuelan crude. This move aims to further pressure Venezuela’s economy, potentially reducing key buyers such as China, India, and Spain. However, China remains largely unaffected, asContinue Reading
Gold Slides as Dollar Strengthens
Written on March 24, 2025 at 7:36 am, by pumarketings
Market Summary The U.S. financial market is bracing for heightened volatility as investors await key announcements from the Trump administration regarding trade policies, with any unexpected remarks from the President having the potential to shift market direction. Beyond trade uncertainties, market participants are also closely watching upcoming U.S. GDP and PCE data, which will provideContinue Reading
USD/CAD Rises Amid Canada Snap Election Uncertainty
Written on March 24, 2025 at 1:32 am, by pumarketings
Fundamental Analysis * Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called a snap election for April 28, 2025, seeking a stronger mandate to navigate policy challenges, particularly US tariffs on Canadian goods and threats to Canadian sovereignty. Political uncertainty surrounding fiscal and monetary policies may weigh on the Canadian dollar, leading investors to adopt a cautiousContinue Reading
