📬 Daily Newsletter – June 18, 2025
📅 Newsletter for June 18, 2025
🗞️ Financial Summary
Iran defies external pressures: Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei reaffirms that Iran will not yield to Israel, warning of irreparable damage if the U.S. opts for military intervention.
U.S. and the possibility of intervention: Donald Trump's meetings with his national security team fuel speculation about a potential military action by the U.S. in Iran.
Markets watch the Fed: Investors remain cautious ahead of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, with slight increases in S&P 500 futures and declining Treasury yields.
Fed expected to keep rates steady: Expectations arise that the Fed will maintain interest rates, while traders anticipate a more accommodative tone following Jerome Powell's tenure.
Extension for TikTok: Trump grants ByteDance an additional 90 days to sell its U.S. TikTok operations, allowing the app to continue operating while negotiations progress.
Brazil and rare earths: Brazil positions itself as a key player in rare earths, pre-selecting 56 mining projects for government funding.
Mexico's energy policies: Regulatory changes in Mexico have created uncertainty in the energy sector, impacting investor confidence.
Speculation in Treasury bonds: The U.S. Treasury bond market reflects expectations that the Fed may adopt a more accommodative approach.
Impact of the conflict in the Middle East: Increasing tensions due to the conflict between Israel and Iran, with missiles crossing borders and rising casualties.
Volatile energy markets: Oil prices show volatility, with Brent near $76.50 and WTI below $75.
Brazil's natural resources: Brazil seeks to capitalize on its position in the rare earth market to strengthen its economy amid the U.S.-China trade war.
Expectations on Fed policy: The potential continuation of an expansive monetary policy after Powell's term ends in 2026 keeps traders alert.
China's role in TikTok: China's involvement in TikTok continues to raise concerns in the U.S., despite ongoing negotiations to reduce its influence.
U.S.-Iran-Israel conflict: The escalation of tensions in the Middle East could have significant geopolitical implications, affecting global markets.
Instability in financial markets: Global uncertainty and geopolitical tensions continue to impact market behavior and investment decisions.