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April, 2025

• 10 April 2025 6:58 pm

  Trump’s 145% Tariff Blitz on China Sparks Global Economic Firestorm

  

  President Donald Trump’s bold tariff overhaul, unveiled on April 10, 2025, has ignited a global economic uproar, slashing country-specific duties to a universal 10% for most trade partners while hammering China with a colossal 125% tariff—pushing the total rate to 145% when combined with a prior 20% fentanyl-related levy. This …

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• 10 April 2025 4:09 pm

  Oil Prices Fall as U.S.-China Trade War Escalates, China Inflation Disappoints

  

  Oil prices fell sharply on Thursday, giving back much of the previous session’s rebound, as fears of a prolonged U.S.-China trade war resurfaced and weak inflation data from China deepened concerns over global demand. As of 07:55 ET (11:55 GMT): Brent crude futures (June delivery) dropped 2.8% to $63.62 per …

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• 10 April 2025 1:33 pm

  Forex Market Overview: U.S. Dollar Retreats as Tariff Uncertainty, Recession Fears Weigh on Sentiment

  

  The U.S. dollar fell sharply on Thursday, surrendering gains from the previous session as concerns over a prolonged trade war with China and its potential to tip the U.S. economy into a recession continued to rattle financial markets. As of 05:25 ET (09:25 GMT), the U.S. Dollar Index (DXY)—which tracks …

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• 10 April 2025 11:59 am

  European Stocks Soar on Trump Tariff Pause, But China Tensions Keep Outlook Cloudy

  

  European equity markets surged on Thursday, joining a global relief rally after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 90-day delay on most of his planned reciprocal tariffs. However, sentiment remained cautious as Trump simultaneously hiked duties on Chinese imports to 125%, signaling continued tension between the world’s two largest economies. …

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• 10 April 2025 11:04 am

  Gold Prices Surge Toward Record High Amid U.S.-China Trade Tensions, Dollar Weakness

  

  Gold prices extended strong gains in Asian trading on Thursday, approaching their all-time high as investors continued to seek safe-haven assets amid deepening U.S.-China trade tensions, despite President Donald Trump’s temporary pause on reciprocal tariffs for most other countries. As of 02:05 ET (06:05 GMT): Spot Gold rose 1.6% to …

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• 10 April 2025 10:29 am

  Bitcoin Jumps 7% as Trump Delays Tariffs, But Trade War Fears Cap Gains

  

  Bitcoin rose sharply on Thursday, rebounding from recent lows after U.S. President Donald Trump postponed the implementation of steep reciprocal tariffs on most major economies. The move briefly lifted market sentiment and triggered a broader rally in risk assets, although lingering concerns over the escalating U.S.-China trade war limited crypto’s …

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• 9 April 2025 11:05 pm

  Dollar Dances Near 103: FOMC Minutes and Trump’s Tariff Pause Stir Markets

  

  The US Dollar Index (DXY) is holding its ground near the 103 mark in Wednesday’s trading session, attempting to recover from a recent dip below 102.00 sparked by dovish Federal Reserve commentary. A modest bounce followed the release of the Fed’s March meeting minutes, which revealed policymakers grappling with “difficult …

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• 9 April 2025 10:34 pm

  Is the US Considering to Delist Chinese Stocks Amid Tariff Wars?

  

  . The intensifying trade war between the United States and China has reached a critical juncture, with the U.S. Treasury Secretary announcing that “everything is on the table,” including the potential removal of Chinese companies from American stock exchanges. This bold consideration comes as both nations ramp up economic defenses, …

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• 9 April 2025 10:22 pm

  FOMC Minutes Signal Tough Road Ahead: Higher Inflation, Slower Growth on the Horizon

  

  The U.S. economy may be bracing for a challenging period, with the Federal Reserve’s latest meeting minutes revealing growing concerns about rising inflation and sluggish growth. Held in March 2025, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting painted a cautious picture, as policymakers grappled with an uncertain economic outlook and …

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• 9 April 2025 9:49 pm

  Trump’s Tariff Tug of War: China Faces 125% Hike as Others Get 90-Day Reprieve

  

  In a bold move shaking global trade, the U.S. president has announced a dramatic escalation in tariffs on Chinese imports, raising them to a staggering 125% effective immediately. This decision comes alongside a temporary 90-day pause on other tariff plans, offering a brief respite for trading partners outside China. The …

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• 9 April 2025 9:38 pm

  Bitcoin Roars Back Above $80K After Black Monday Scare

  

  Bitcoin has stormed past the $80,000 mark, shrugging off a nerve-rattling dip below $75,000 during the chaos of Black Monday. The swift recovery has ignited fresh optimism across the crypto market, with investors riding a wave of renewed confidence. Fueled by expectations of favorable monetary policy shifts and a surge …

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• 9 April 2025 8:27 pm

  FOMC Minutes Set to Shed Light on Rates and Tariffs

  

  The financial world is buzzing with anticipation as the minutes from the Federal Reserve’s March 18-19 monetary policy meeting are slated for release this Wednesday at 6:00 PM GMT. At that gathering, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) opted to keep the federal funds rate steady at 4.25%-4.50%, signaling a …

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• 9 April 2025 7:37 pm

  Why Have Fitch and Goldman Sachs Sounded the Alarm on U.S. Tariff Risks in 2025?

  

  The escalating trade tensions between the United States and China have sparked serious concerns from leading financial institutions, with Fitch Ratings and Goldman Sachs issuing stark warnings about the potential economic fallout from new U.S. tariffs. As the world’s two largest economies lock horns over trade policies, these institutions highlight …

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