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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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US500 plunges 10%. Can the Fed stop the bleeding?
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19 MAR clock 13:52

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.
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USDInd near 5-month lows amid trade, Fed uncertainty
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18 MAR clock 13:18

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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This Week: JPY depreciates. BoJ and Fed rate decisions could trigger rebound
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17 MAR clock 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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BRN hovers at $70 amid supply concerns
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14 MAR clock 10:32

BRN hovers at $70 amid supply concerns

Brent crude oil remains under pressure around $70 per barrel, despite a brief recovery, as concerns over a global trade war and oversupply weigh on the market. IEA warns of a growing supply surplus.
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Gold surges to new record high, almost reaching $3,000!
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14 MAR clock 09:18

Gold surges to new record high, almost reaching $3,000!

Gold surged to an all-time high, nearing $3,000, amid trade tensions and easing US inflation. Strong ETF demand and central bank buying continue to support its rise.
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UK100 index faces test with UK GDP and Industrial data
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13 MAR clock 14:19

UK100 index faces test with UK GDP and Industrial data

Did you know, UK100 is the only European stock index with a month-to-date decline?
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