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Gold remains above $3,000 – Are new record highs on the horizon?
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21 Mar 10.09

Gold remains above $3,000 – Are new record highs on the horizon?

Gold prices remain elevated due to the Federal Reserve’s dovish stance and global tensions. Despite a strong dollar, gold’s safe-haven demand continues to drive its long-term uptrend.

Brent poised for second weekly gain?
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21 Mar 08.38

Brent poised for second weekly gain?

Oil prices rose as US sanctions on Iran and OPEC+ output cuts fueled supply concerns. Geopolitical instability, including conflicts in Gaza and Yemen, added further risk premiums to the market.

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XAUUSD surges past $2,600 following Fed Rate Cut and geopolitical turmoil
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20 SEP clock 11:16

XAUUSD surges past $2,600 following Fed rate cut and geopolitical turmoil

Gold prices soared above $2,600 per ounce, reaching a new peak as investors reacted to significant interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve and rising geopolitical risks. The combination of these factors has bolstered gold's appeal as a safe-haven asset.
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GBPUSD reaches new high!
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19 SEP clock 16:52

GBPUSD reaches new high!

GBPUSD surged past 1.330 for the first time since March 2022, following the Bank of England's decision to keep interest rates steady at 5.0%. The BoE's unexpected 8-1 voting outcome and ongoing strategy for quarterly rate reductions have shaped market expectations.
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Fed cuts deeper than anticipated while BoE is expected to hold rates steady.
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19 SEP clock 11:02

Fed cuts deeper than anticipated while BoE is expected to hold rates steady.

Fed’s recent 0.5% rate cut led to a temporary market surge, but stocks ultimately fell as Chairman Powell signaled no imminent further easing. Investors are now focused on the BoE’s decision today, which is expected to maintain rates at 5.0% amid persistent inflation.
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Bitcoin Fed
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17 SEP clock 13:24

Bitcoin below $60k ahead of key Fed decision

As the Federal Reserve prepares for its first interest rate cut in 4 years, the cryptocurrency market is on edge. This major event could inject Bitcoin with fresh volatility, leading to significant price swings.
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This Week: FX trillions await central bank trio
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16 SEP clock 07:27

This Week: FX trillions await central bank trio

FX trading worldwide sees about US$ 7.5 trillion change hands each day, according to the Bank for International Settlements. The US dollar index, GBPUSD, and USDJPY will be especially sensitive to 3 central bank meetings this week, with the Fed taking centre stage.
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Brent rebounds amid mixed signals
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13 SEP clock 10:50

Brent rebounds amid mixed signals

Brent crude oil is rebounding due to technical factors and disruptions from Storm Francine. However, concerns about demand and a pessimistic outlook from the IEA may limit the sustainability of this recovery.
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