

GBP/USD extends downside below 1.3500 ahead of US CPI release
The GBP/USD pair extends the decline to around 1.3475 during the Asian trading hours on Wednesday. The Pound Sterling weakens against the US Dollar due to a weaker UK employment report. Later on Wednesday, the attention will shift to the US May Consumer Price Index inflation.

Gold price climbs closer to overnight swing high despite trade optimism, firmer USD
Gold price regains positive traction following the previous day’s range-bound price moves. Trade-related uncertainties and geopolitical risks underpin the safe-haven precious metal. A modest USD strength might cap the XAU/USD ahead of the critical US inflation figures.

Top Crypto Gainers: UNI, XDC, JTO - DeFi tokens surge as Paul Atkins favors self-custody
Paul Atkins’ support for self-custody and other on-chain activities sparked a rally in DeFi tokens. DeFi token Uniswap jumped 26% on Tuesday, becoming the top gainer in the last 24 hours. XDC Network and Jito record double-digit growth amid a broader market recovery.
DEEPER DIVE

RBI opts for double-dose interest rate cut: How will it affect the daily lives of Indians?
The Reserve Bank of India surprised everyone on Friday by announcing a sharper-than-expected cut in interest rates. This decision had an immediate impact on the financial markets, but is also likely to have major repercussions on the daily lives of millions of Indians.

Rare earths become main weapon in US-China trade dispute. What makes them so special?
Trade tensions between China and the US have been crystallizing around a subject little known to the general public, but central to the global economy: rare earths. Beijing has imposed restrictions on the export of its rare earths, aggravating an already tense trade war.

Worst UK employment level in four years: Rachel Reeves' taxes in the crosshairs
The latest UK employment report is unequivocal: the labor market is deteriorating rapidly. Employment data indicate a marked slowdown in hiring activity, with companies becoming increasingly reluctant to recruit or replace departing employees.
CRYPTOCURRENCIES

Brian Quintenz says CFTC to use tech-first approach in crypto regulations
Brian Quintenz, President Donald Trump's pick for Chairman of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), stated during a nomination hearing on Tuesday that he would focus on a tech-first approach toward crypto regulations under his administration.

Top Crypto Gainers: UNI, XDC, JTO - DeFi tokens surge as Paul Atkins favors self-custody
Decentralized Finance (DeFi) tokens surge after Paul Atkins’ speech, with Uniswap (UNI), XDC Network (XDC), and Jito (JTO) posting double-digit gains as top performers in the last 24 hours.

Top 3 Price Prediction: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple – BTC, ETH and XRP poised for volatility ahead of US CPI
Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Ripple (XRP) are showing early signs of strength as BTC is nearing its all-time highs, ETH is breaking past its consolidation, and XRP is finding support around its key level. The upcoming US Consumer Price Index (CPI) data release on Wednesday could serve as a ca
STOCKS

Nike stock advances over 3% as Lutnick claims US-China talks going smoothly Premium
Nike (NKE) stock has gained 3.2% on Tuesday to lead the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA), a rarity for a stock that lost as much as 70% between its November 2021 all-time high and its nadir this April.
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Dow Futures set to wrap up wave three soon [Video]
Since reaching its low on April 7, 2025, Dow Futures (YM) has shown signs of recovery. The Index has initiated a rally that requires further development to confirm whether the April 7 low will hold as a significant bottom.
WEEKLY FORECAST

EUR/USD: More Trump drama and less data in the docket Premium
The EUR/USD pair flirted with the 1.1500 threshold in the first week of June, finally settling at around 1.1400, erasing a good bunch of its latest gains.

GBP/USD: Pound Sterling bulls eye break above 1.3600 amid data-driven week Premium
The Pound Sterling (GBP) crawled higher against the US Dollar (USD) as the GBP/USD pair hit the highest level since February 2022, briefly above the 1.3600 mark.

Forecasting the upcoming week: US inflation data takes center stage Premium
The Greenback heads into a tense week that will prominently feature US Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation data, and the Dollar Index is struggling to keep its head above the 99.00 handle.

Gold Weekly Forecast: Trade talks, US inflation data to drive near-term action Premium
Gold started the week on a strong footing but failed to gather further bullish momentum. The lack of clarity on the US trade relations with its partners makes it difficult for the pair to make a decisive move in either direction as market focus shifts to May inflation data from the US.

Bitcoin: BTC could slump to $100K amid Trump-Musk tussle
Bitcoin (BTC) tumbled to a low of $101,095 on Friday amid volatility in the market. The effect of the tussle between United States (US) President Donald Trump and Tesla Chief Elon Musk negatively influenced the NASDAQ and Tesla's stock price on Thursday, although both are recovering on Friday.

Week ahead – US CPI to take centre stage as Fed rate cut bets gather pace
US inflation may edge up in May but unlikely to dent Fed rate cut bets. Focus also on trade negotiations and US appeals court tariff decision. Chinese trade data eyed amid tariff war. UK employment and GDP also on the agenda.