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April, 2025

• 12 April 2025 1:01 am

  Trade War Tensions Rise: Global Markets Brace for Impact

  

  The United States has ignited a fierce trade war with China, escalating tensions that could reshape the global economy. New tariffs, some exceeding 100% on Chinese goods, have sparked immediate retaliation from Beijing, which raised duties on American imports to 125%. This tit-for-tat exchange follows a bold U.S. strategy to …

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• 11 April 2025 11:40 pm

  Gold Soars to Record High as Trade War Escalates and Inflation Worries Grip Markets

  

  Gold prices surged by over 2% on Friday, hitting a new all-time high of $3,245, as investors sought refuge in the precious metal amidst a rapidly escalating trade dispute between the United States and China, coupled with persistent inflation uncertainty. The flight to safety was further amplified by a significant …

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• 11 April 2025 10:44 pm

  Eurozone’s Watchful Eye: Central Bank Stands Ready Amid Global Economic Shift

  

  In a climate of global economic flux, the Eurozone’s central banking authority has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining financial stability. This declaration underscores the institution’s proactive stance in navigating the complexities of the current economic landscape. The central bank has stated that it is prepared to deploy its full suite …

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• 11 April 2025 9:26 pm

  Earnings Surge Fuels Robust Recovery in US Stocks

  

  U.S. stock markets kicked off trading on Friday with a strong upward trajectory, propelled by stellar earnings reports from major financial institutions listed on the New York Stock Exchange. These positive results provided a much-needed buffer against ongoing trade tensions between Washington and Beijing, lifting investor confidence and driving gains …

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• 11 April 2025 8:21 pm

  Oil Prices Rise on Friday, but Brace for Second Weekly Dip Amid Demand Concerns

  

  Oil prices are poised to decline for the second consecutive week, influenced by a combination of factors including the trade dynamics between the U.S. and China and their potential impact on global demand. This downward pressure reflects broader concerns about the balance between supply and demand in the international oil …

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• 11 April 2025 8:21 pm

  Dollar/Yen Slides Amid Escalating Trade Tensions

  

  The Dollar/Yen exchange rate has experienced a decline, decoupling from U.S. Treasury yields and falling due to a weakening U.S. Dollar. This downturn is particularly pronounced given recent factors that appear to favor the Japanese Yen.The Dollar/Yen pair retreated, moving from its previous daily close to a lower level. During …

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• 11 April 2025 7:12 pm

  US Treasury Bonds: A Persistent Demand Amid Rising Yields

  

  Despite concerns about investor confidence in U.S. Treasury bonds, demand for these government securities remains strong. This ongoing interest comes even as rising yields suggest that some investors may be selling off their sovereign bonds. According to data from gold.org, the trading volume of U.S. Treasury bonds has reached an …

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• 11 April 2025 4:42 pm

  China Hikes Tariffs on U.S. Goods to 125% in Major Escalation of Trade War

  

  China announced on Friday that it will raise tariffs on U.S. imports to 125%, intensifying a rapidly escalating trade conflict with the United States. The new levy, up from the 84% rate announced just two days earlier, is set to take effect on Saturday, according to a statement from China’s …

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• 11 April 2025 2:55 pm

  Forex Market Overview: Dollar Slides to Multi-Year Lows as Tariff Tensions Undermine Safe-Haven Appeal

  

  The U.S. dollar fell sharply across the board on Friday, as ongoing concerns about Washington’s aggressive tariff strategy eroded confidence in the greenback’s role as a traditional safe haven. The selloff pushed the dollar to its lowest in nearly a decade against the Swiss franc and a three-year low versus …

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• 11 April 2025 1:32 pm

  Oil Prices Steady but Set for Second Weekly Loss as U.S.-China Trade War Escalates

  

  Oil prices remained largely flat on Friday, yet were poised to log a second consecutive weekly loss as investors weighed the economic toll of a rapidly escalating U.S.-China trade conflict. Persistent fears of weakening global demand, paired with downgraded forecasts from energy authorities, have kept a lid on any price …

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• 11 April 2025 12:55 pm

  European Stocks Dip as Trade War Fears Linger Despite Trump’s Tariff Pause

  

  European markets slipped on Friday, capping off a turbulent week dominated by U.S. tariff policy swings and growing anxiety over the economic fallout of the escalating U.S.-China trade war. At 07:58 GMT, the pan-European STOXX 600 index edged 0.3% lower, retreating from early gains. The index remains close to a …

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• 11 April 2025 11:00 am

  Gold Hits Record High as U.S.-China Trade War Sparks Safe-Haven Rush

  

  Gold prices surged to an all-time high in Asian trading on Friday, extending a powerful rally as investors sought safety amid escalating trade tensions between the United States and China. A weaker dollar, falling demand for U.S.-linked assets, and rising volatility across financial markets continued to fuel the yellow metal’s …

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• 11 April 2025 1:37 am

  U.S. Stocks Plummet as Trade Tensions with China Intensify

  

  U.S. stock markets continued their downward spiral on April 11, 2025, unable to capitalize on what seemed like a glimmer of hope in trade relations. A temporary 90-day suspension of certain tariffs, with potential for further extension, failed to lift investor spirits as escalating trade disputes took center stage. Wall …

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