Market Overview – July 22, 2025
Global Stock Market
Major indices showed mixed performance today. The S&P 500 rose by 0.35%, closing at 5,060 points, driven by gains in tech stocks. Meanwhile, the Dow Jones declined slightly by 0.15%. In Asia, the Nikkei 225 surged 1.1% amid a weakening yen.
Cryptocurrency Market
Bitcoin (BTC) saw modest growth, hovering around $62,800, while Ethereum (ETH) remained stable near $3,380. Investors are cautious ahead of U.S. inflation data expected later this week.
Forex Update
The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) slipped 0.2%, reflecting softening interest rate hike expectations. The EUR/USD pair strengthened to 1.1050, while USD/JPY edged up to 143.2.
Commodities
Gold prices climbed to $2,050/oz as investors turned to safe-haven assets. Oil remained steady with Brent Crude trading at $84.30/barrel, amid concerns over Chinese demand.
Outlook
Market sentiment remains cautious but stable. All eyes are on upcoming U.S. economic data, including inflation and jobs reports, which could steer the Fed's next interest rate move.
