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USDInd near 5-month lows amid trade, Fed uncertainty
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18 Mar 01.18

USDInd near 5-month lows amid trade, Fed uncertainty

The USD Index hovered near 103.3 as trade tensions and weak retail data fueled uncertainty. Markets now await the Fed’s decision (Wednesday, Mar 19), with no rate changes expected.

This Week: JPY depreciates. BoJ and Fed rate decisions could trigger rebound
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17 Mar 07.54

This Week: JPY depreciates. BoJ and Fed rate decisions could trigger rebound

JPY was the worst-performing G10 currency against the US dollar, despite Japan’s largest labour union securing a historic wage hike. Upcoming BoJ and Fed rate decisions, along with Japan’s inflation data, may drive significant USDJPY movement.

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GBPUSD is recovering ahead of BoE rate decision.
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07 NOV clock 10:22

GBPUSD is recovering ahead of BoE rate decision.

GBPUSD is recovering after a recent decline below 1.29. All eyes are on the upcoming BoE interest rate decision due later today.
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US Elections: Trump triumphs! What lies ahead for markets?
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06 NOV clock 13:33

US Elections: Trump triumphs! What lies ahead for markets?

And let’s not overlook the Federal Reserve’s meeting on Thursday.
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Trump vs. Harris: How the next US president could impact global markets
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05 NOV clock 11:09

Trump vs. Harris: How US election results could impact global markets

Final guide: 4 potential scenarios in which the 2024 US Presidential Elections could rock global financial markets. We explore possible opportunities for traders and investors across FX, stock indexes, cryptos, and the crowd-favourite, gold.
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This Week: Volatility ahead with US elections and Fed rate decision in focus!
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04 NOV clock 10:06

This Week: Volatility ahead with US elections and Fed rate decision in focus!

This week is expected to be monumental for financial markets, with key events including the US presidential elections, rate decisions, and potential economic support from China. Market opportunities are expected across various assets.
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XAUUSD & BRN outlook ahead of US jobs report and US elections
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01 NOV clock 15:36

XAUUSD & BRN outlook ahead of US jobs report and US elections

Gold sees a healthy pullback ahead of the US jobs report and presidential election, while Brent rebounds to the mid-$70 range due to geopolitical tensions. The outcome of these events will likely influence the direction of both markets.
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29 OCT clock 13:43

2024 US elections: The final countdown

As the 2024 US election draws near, Americans still appear divided on their choice of candidate, with no clear forerunner emerging between Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump.
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