... intertwines two opposing trends: on one hand, the de-escalation of trade conflicts between major economies, and on the other hand, the escalation of geopolitical rhetoric. A key event in recent days was the trade-energy deal between the U.S. and the EU,... ... gas and oil supplies, while the U.S. gains market expansion and capital inflow through increased exports. This positive trade signal has bolstered market confidence in the sustainability of future demand for energy resources. Concurrently, the U.S. administration ...

... to Europe were agreed upon. The energy component of the agreement benefits both sides: the EU gains additional supply guarantees for gas and oil, while the U.S. secures expanded markets and capital influx from increased exports. This positive trading signal has reinforced market confidence in the stability of future energy resource demand. On the other hand, the U.S. administration continues to ramp up pressure on Moscow. In late July, President Trump significantly shortened the timeframe set for achieving a ceasefire in Ukraine (an ultimatum of about 10 days) and indicated that he is "not concerned" ...

... monetary authorities on high alert. The Fed paused its interest rate hikes during 2024, and toward 2025, it began to cautiously signal a possible easing of policy if inflation continued to decline. As of early May 2025, the Fed's base rate remains at elevated ... ... the dollar as a safe-haven asset. For dollar-pegged stablecoins, the high-interest rate presents a dual scenario: on the one hand, stablecoins do not produce returns when held, theoretically decreasing their attractiveness compared to, say, Treasury bonds ...

... Reports, Rising Gold Prices Global financial markets are ending the week on a mixed note. On one hand, expectations of an imminent easing of monetary policy in the U.S. have strengthened following a series of disappointing macroeconomic data. On the other hand, geopolitical tensions have somewhat eased: a recent compromise between Washington and Brussels has prevented a new tariff war, which has supported risk appetite. Wall Street, which set records in July, is facing volatility amid mixed signals. Investors are evaluating the prospects of an economic slowdown, but strong reports from tech giants are sustaining interest in risk assets, while some capital is flowing into safe “harbors.” Central bank policy is in the spotlight: the U....

... in price growth; however, core inflation remains relatively high. At the same time, published business activity indexes (PMI) signal improvements: recent reports indicate robust expansion in manufacturing and services in the U.S. and signs of economic ... ... purchases by the public rise) and ongoing geopolitical risks that heighten interest in savings in hard currencies. On the other hand, support for the national currency continues to come from still high oil prices, foreign currency sales by the Ministry of ...