The dollar is firmer against every major. The dollar index is around 101.7, its strongest since March 2025, up about 2.5% on the month; the euro sits near 1.16 despite the ECB’s June hike to 2.25%, and sterling is soft. The move is rate-driven rather than risk-off, and the yen is bearing the brunt. USD/JPY

Major stock market indexes in Europe closed higher on Thursday, following a rise on Wall Street, propelled by the latest report on personal consumption expenditures (PCE) and its implications for the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decisions. The DAX increased by 1.03% or 254 points as Bayer AG skyrocketed by 18.72%. The FTSE 100 gained 0.71%,

Global crude oil prices surged as traders grew concerned about prolonged disruptions to supply. The move came after US President Donald Trump said the United States would continue its attacks on Iran in the coming weeks. On Thursday, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures soared 11.4 per cent, to close at 111 US dollars and

Gold (XAU/USD) is generally regarded as a safe-haven asset. The price of gold is influenced by geopolitical events, inflation rates, and shifts in interest rates. In the face of global economic uncertainty, the precious metal remains the primary defensive asset in investment portfolios. This article examines the factors driving the future of gold quotes and