Market Update: April 4, 2025

On April 4, 2025, financial markets are poised for a critical day as the U.S. Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report nears. Gold, currencies, and crude oil are showing mixed signals of optimism and caution, with the upcoming data likely to steer their direction. Here’s a look at today’s key market drivers.

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Gold Price Hovers Near $3,100 as Bullish Sentiment Persists Ahead of U.S. NFP Report

Gold continues to command attention, holding its ground above the $3,100 mark as bullish momentum shows no signs of fading. Investors are increasingly drawn to the precious metal as a safe-haven asset amid global uncertainties, with all eyes now on the forthcoming U.S. NFP report. A weaker-than-expected jobs number could amplify gold’s allure, while a robust outcome might test its recent upward trajectory.

Pound Sterling Holds Gains Against U.S. Dollar Amid U.S. Economic Shockwaves

The Pound Sterling is displaying notable staying power, clinging to modest gains against a U.S. Dollar that’s feeling the heat from emerging economic turbulence stateside. Market participants attribute the Dollar’s softness to mixed signals about U.S. growth, with the GBP/USD pair finding support as traders weigh the implications of potential policy shifts. The NFP data could either bolster Sterling’s edge or shift the balance back toward the greenback.

U.S. Nonfarm Payrolls Preview: Job Growth Expected to Slow in March Amid Economic Uncertainty

The spotlight is firmly on the U.S. Nonfarm Payrolls report, set to release later today, with analysts forecasting a noticeable slowdown in job creation for March. This anticipated easing comes against a backdrop of economic uncertainty, raising questions about the resilience of the U.S. recovery. Investors are bracing for a range of outcomes, from a mild dip that could calm inflation fears to a sharper decline that might signal deeper challenges ahead.

WTI Crude Oil Prices Turn Bearish at European Open as Market Sentiment Shifts

Crude oil markets are taking a breather, with West Texas Intermediate (WTI) prices adopting a bearish posture as European trading gets underway. This downward tilt reflects a shift in sentiment, possibly driven by concerns over weakening demand or an oversupply outlook. Traders are keeping a close watch on global economic cues, with oil’s direction likely to remain sensitive to both the NFP results and broader geopolitical developments.

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GBP/USD: Friday correction after surge

On Friday, the GBP/USD pair declined to 1.3401 after strong gains earlier in the week. The previous rally was triggered by July business activity data, which showed the best performance in a year, mainly supported by the services sector.

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ATFX Market Outlook 22nd August 2025

Ahead of Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s speech tonight, three Fed officials poured cold water on expectations of a September rate cut. U.S. PMI data showed stronger business activity in August, but weekly jobless claims posted the most significant increase in nearly three months, highlighting continued labor market weakness.

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Eurozone PMI in Focus as Dollar Holds Strong | 21st August 2025

FX markets tread cautiously ahead of Eurozone PMI and FOMC minutes. EUR/USD holds near 1.1650 under dollar pressure, while GBP/USD slips toward 1.3400 on sticky UK inflation. USD/JPY steadies in the mid-147s, EUR/JPY consolidates near 171.70, and USD/CAD hovers at 1.3880 with oil gains offering little relief. Traders eye PMI prints and Fed signals for direction.

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ATFX Market Outlook 21st August 2025

The FOMC minutes revealed that only two Fed policymakers supported a rate cut in September. U.S. equities fell on Wednesday, with the Nasdaq and S&P 500 pressured by a tech selloff as investors rotated into lower-valued sectors, while awaiting comments from Fed officials at the Jackson Hole symposium later this week. The Dow edged up 0.04%, the S&P 500 slipped 0.24%, and the Nasdaq lost 0.67%.

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ATFX Market Outlook 20th August 2025

The U.S. increased tariffs on 407 products, with steel and aluminium duties reaching as high as 50%. U.S. equities declined on Tuesday, with the Nasdaq and S&P 500 pushed lower by technology shares, while investors looked ahead to Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s speech later this week at the central bank’s annual symposium.

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GBPUSD keeps August rally on pause

GBPUSD faces low volatility but holds above 50-day SMA. Bearish short-term structure intact; bullish bias could emerge above 1.3655.

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Pound Holds Ahead of Inflation Data | 19th August 2025

Gold holds near $3,338 as traders eye Powell’s Jackson Hole remarks, while silver struggles below $38.00 amid fading safe-haven demand. GBP/USD steadies around 1.3500 ahead of UK CPI, with stronger GDP offering support. NZD/USD firms near 0.5925 as markets await the RBNZ decision, while USD/CNY stays anchored after a slightly weaker PBoC fix. Key central bank signals remain in focus.

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ATFX Market Outlook 19th August 2025

U.S. equities ended Monday little changed as investors struggled for direction, awaiting earnings reports from major retailers for further clues on the economic outlook, while also focusing on the upcoming Federal Reserve symposium in Jackson Hole. The Dow Jones slipped 0.08%, the S&P 500 edged down 0.03%, and the Nasdaq inched up 0.01%.

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EURUSD	1.17215	GBPUSD	1.35266	AUDUSD	0.64914
USDJPY	146.942	USDCAD	1.38264	USDCHF	0.80144