... European Central Bank and the lack of new drivers led to sideways dynamics in the euro/dollar pair. The British pound also stabilized (~$1.35) after rising at the beginning of the month, receiving mixed signals: on one hand, a surprising increase in retail sales supported the currency, while on the other hand, a decline in consumer confidence and persistently high inflation limit investor enthusiasm. The Japanese yen continued to weaken, with the USD/JPY rate rising to ¥148 per $1 – the lowest level for the yen in recent years. The pressure on the Japanese currency stems from a combination of internal and external factors: ...

... uncertainty, and investments in AI and search technologies enhance the business’s competitiveness. The company's stocks reacted with growth, settling at highs, which supported the entire Nasdaq technology sector. Amazon – the world's largest online retailer and cloud provider also delighted investors with strong results. In Q2, Amazon's revenue grew at a double-digit rate of 12% (to ~$142 billion), with both key segments – e-commerce and cloud platform AWS – showing firm growth. Stimulating consumer demand through loyalty programs and ...

... for development. American Companies: Dollar General Corp (DG): The company is set to release its earnings report before U.S. market open with an expected revenue growth of 4.6%. However, Dollar General has faced financial challenges affecting sales. Investors should pay attention to net profit figures and future guidance. Kroger Company (KR): The report is also due before market open with a projected revenue growth of 1%. As one of America’s largest retailers, Kroger’s results may reflect overall trends in consumer sectors. Lululemon Athletica (LULU): The report will be released after market close with expected revenue growth of 6.6%. The company is known for its sustainable business model which ...

... decisions. Preparing for Black Friday The day after Thanksgiving is Black Friday, a day of massive sales, which is traditionally considered the start of the Christmas shopping season. For the US economy it is a period of significant consumer demand, and for investors it is an indicator of the purchasing power of the population. Successful Black Friday sales can have a positive impact on the shares of retailers and e-commerce-related companies. Thanksgiving is not only an important cultural holiday in the U.S., but also an event that impacts global financial markets. Investors should consider the closing of U.S. markets on this day and plan their trading ...

... growing acknowledgment of stablecoins by institutional investors and even some government entities. In 2024, there were instances of investment funds announcing the storage of a portion of their liquidity in stablecoins for operational investing speed. Retail investors, having learned from the volatility of cryptocurrencies, also hold significant balances in USDT, viewing it as a "digital dollar account." All of this strengthens the underlying demand. Supply and Issuance. The supply of USDT flexibly ...