Worldwide Markets Decline Due to Worries Over Federal Reserve Autonomy
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Aug 26 2025
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Source: WSJ
Market Reaction: U.S. stock futures and international markets declined after President Trump's announcement to potentially fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, raising concerns about the Fed's independence.
Economic Indicators: The dollar stabilized following initial losses, while longer-dated U.S. Treasury yields increased; upcoming July PCE inflation data is anticipated to influence investor sentiment regarding interest rates.
Corporate Earnings Focus: Nvidia's earnings report on Wednesday is expected to significantly impact stocks, particularly due to its role in the AI sector.
Trade Tensions: Trump threatened to raise tariffs and impose restrictions on countries taxing U.S. tech firms, adding pressure on global semiconductor stocks.
Analyst Views on ASM
Wall Street analysts forecast ASM stock price to fall over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for ASM is 6.47 USD with a low forecast of 5.50 USD and a high forecast of 7.40 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
3 Analyst Rating
2 Buy
1 Hold
0 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 7.830
Low
5.50
Averages
6.47
High
7.40
Current: 7.830
Low
5.50
Averages
6.47
High
7.40
About ASM
Avino Silver & Gold Mines Ltd. is a Canada-based company. The Company is engaged in the production and sale of silver, gold, and copper and the acquisition, exploration, and advancement of mineral properties. The Company also maintains a diversified pipeline of gold and base metals' exploration properties. It operates the Elena Tolosa Mine (Avino Mine), which produces copper, silver and gold at the Avino property in the state of Durango, Mexico. The Avino property also hosts the San Gonzalo Mine, which is in care and maintenance. The Company also holds a 100% interest in Proyectos Mineros La Preciosa S.A. de C.V. (La Preciosa), a Mexican corporation, which owns the La Preciosa Property. The Company also owns interests in mineral properties located in British Columbia. La Preciosa is a development stage mineral property located in the state of Durango, Mexico. Its other properties include El Hueco and Aranjuez.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
