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US500 plunges 10%. Can the Fed stop the bleeding?
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19 Mar 01.52

US500 plunges 10%. Can the Fed stop the bleeding?

Did you know that the US 500 is down almost 6% this month and is on track for its worst trading quarter since Q3 of 2022.

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.

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XAUUSD steady at $2,660 amid rising escalation
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04 OCT clock 10:14

XAUUSD steady at $2,660 amid rising escalation

Gold prices remain stable at around $2,660 per ounce, bolstered by its safe-haven appeal amid rising geopolitical tensions. Market participants are closely monitoring developments in the Middle East, while strong labor data may influence Federal Reserve policy.
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Brent crude prices surge amid rising middle east tensions
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04 OCT clock 09:17

Brent crude prices surge amid rising middle east tensions

Oil prices rose significantly as concerns about escalating conflicts in the Middle East threaten global crude supplies. Brent crude increased by ~5%, closing at $77.35 per barrel, amid fears of potential disruptions from Iran.
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GBPUSD slides! Here’s what’s behind the fall!
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03 OCT clock 12:45

GBPUSD slides! Here’s what’s behind the fall!

The British pound fell ~1.15% today, retreating from its recent highs as the Bank of England hinted at potential interest rate cuts. Market expectations are shifting towards a possible 25 basis point reduction in November, influenced by inflation trends.
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USDInd shows strongest gains in a week amid geopolitical escalation
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02 OCT clock 09:25

USDInd shows strongest gains in a week amid geopolitical escalation

The US dollar index remains elevated, influenced by rising global tensions and economic indicators. Investors are closely monitoring the situation in the Middle East and upcoming labor market data in the US.
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Will EURUSD break above 1.120
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30 SEP clock 08:51

This Week: Will EURUSD break above 1.120?

On two separate cycles over the past two months, the 1.120 psychological level has thwarted EURUSD bulls. Will it be “third time’s a charm” this week? Look out for the Eurozone CPI and US jobs report coming up.
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27 SEP clock 17:20

Brent's rebound falters on supply-side fears

Brent briefly touched $75/bbl, only to plummet as market fears refocused onto the supply side. Traders and investors are once again wary of more supplies from Saudi Arabia and Libya returning into a weaker global economy.
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