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USD index slides 10% YTD, eyes key economic data & J. Powell speech
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16 Apr 04.13

USD index slides 10% YTD, eyes key economic data & J. Powell speech

The USD Index is down over 10% YTD, hovering near July 2023 levels after a bounce from April 2022 support. With US-China trade talks and key economic data ahead, traders watch for a breakout from its tight range.

This Week: Tariff tensions & data-driven market volatility
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14 Apr 09.53

This Week: Tariff tensions & data-driven market volatility

Markets remain highly reactive as US trade policy flip-flops fuel short-term rallies and longer-term uncertainty. Key data releases and central bank moves this week will shape sentiment further.

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2024 World Elections: Lessons For New Traders
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10 DEC clock 14:08

2024 World Elections: Lessons For New Traders

40 elections took place in 2024 - how did the FX, stock, crypto and CFD markets react to the outcomes, and what can traders take away from this?
This Week: US Inflation, major central bank decisions and China stimulus
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09 DEC clock 09:51

This Week: US Inflation, major central bank decisions and China stimulus

Major central bank decisions, US inflation data, and China’s potential stimulus dominate this week's market agenda. Traders eye equities, FX, and other key assets.
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Brent prices dip below $72.00
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06 DEC clock 12:23

Brent prices dip below $72.00

Brent crude dropped to $71.75 as OPEC+ extended production cuts and postponed supply increases. Weak demand, oversupply fears, and geopolitical tensions weigh heavily on oil markets.
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XAUUSD poised for 2nd straight weekly decline?
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06 DEC clock 08:39

XAUUSD poised for 2nd straight weekly decline?

Despite a modest recovery to $2,638, gold remains down 0.4% for the week, reflecting its second consecutive weekly decline.
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Bitcoin surpasses $100,000 for the first time!
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05 DEC clock 10:13

Bitcoin surpasses $100,000 for the first time!

Bitcoin broke the $100K mark, reaching a new high of $104,024 following the Trump’s new pick to take over SEC.
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Week Ahead: Powell, OPEC+, and US jobs take focus
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02 DEC clock 08:33

This Week: Powell, OPEC+, and US jobs take focus

Fed Chair Powell’s speech, OPEC+ decisions, and the US jobs report will guide key markets this week. Investors brace for potential policy shifts amidst lingering geopolitical risks.
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