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XAU/USD Declines Amid Firmer US Dollar Ahead of Trump’s Protectionist Policies

Gold prices have experienced a significant decline, plummeting over 2.5% on Monday as the US Dollar surged to a four-month high. This downward trend is primarily driven by growing concerns over potential trade tensions under a second Trump presidency. The US Dollar Index (DXY) has climbed to 105.57, boosted by …

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What type of Trade War do markets expect under Trump’s presidency?

Under Trump’s presidency, as the Chinese economy is more dependent on exports, making tariffs more potent. However, it is less reliant on American markets and increasingly bent on self-sufficiency. Chinese leaders are directing investment into robotics and aviation to accelerate industrial advances. The balance of power has shifted in favour …

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Oil Prices Hold Steady as U.S. Storm Concerns Subside and China’s Stimulus Plan Falls Short

Oil prices remained relatively unchanged on Monday, as concerns over potential supply disruptions from a storm in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico eased, and disappointment over China’s stimulus plan weighed on expectations for future fuel demand growth in the world’s second-largest oil consumer. By 07:14 GMT, Brent crude futures were …

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Gold edges lower post-US election, FOMC decision

Gold falls on Friday as Donald Trump’s re-election continues to impact the precious metal. This reverses a short-term bounce following the Federal Reserve’s decision to cut interest rates by 0.25%. Technically, XAU/USD corrects back within a short-term downtrend. Gold (XAU/USD) edges down to trade around the $2,690 mark on Friday, …

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