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April, 2025

• 14 April 2025 9:24 pm

  Tariffs Present a Major Economic Challenge, Says Fed’s Waller

  

  Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller has described the current administration’s tariff policies as one of the most substantial shocks to the US economy in recent decades. These measures could prompt the central bank to reduce interest rates to stave off a recession, though they might also be a strategic negotiating …

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• 14 April 2025 8:27 pm

  GBP/USD Eyes 1.3200 and Beyond Amid Dollar Weakness and Tariff Optimism

  

  The GBP/USD pair has kicked off the trading week on a strong note, revisiting the 1.3200 level as the British pound extends its bullish run. Fueled by persistent weakness in the US dollar, the so-called “Cable” has notched its fifth consecutive daily advance, reaching multi-day highs near the 1.3200 mark. …

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• 14 April 2025 7:25 pm

  Oil Prices Surge to $61.40 as Trade War Fears Ease, but China Tensions Linger

  

  Oil prices climbed to near $61.30 per barrel on the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX) during Monday’s North American trading session, fueled by growing optimism that the global trade war may be less severe than feared. Investors are increasingly confident that trade disputes will remain largely confined to the United …

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• 14 April 2025 4:48 pm

  Bitcoin Steadies as Tariff Relief Offers Breather, But Trade War Fears Persist

  

  Bitcoin held steady on Monday, stabilizing after a period of intense volatility, as investor sentiment improved slightly on the back of temporary U.S. tariff exemptions on electronics from China. However, ongoing trade war tensions, weak risk appetite, and recession fears kept gains in check across crypto markets. As of 02:13 …

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• 14 April 2025 2:52 pm

  U.S. Stock Futures Climb as Tariff Relief Lifts Tech, Goldman Earnings in Focus

  

  U.S. stock index futures rose sharply on Monday, boosted by relief over the temporary exemption of electronics from President Donald Trump’s steep tariffs on Chinese imports. Investors also looked ahead to a busy week of corporate earnings and Federal Reserve commentary, with hopes that improving sentiment could sustain recent gains. …

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• 14 April 2025 1:10 pm

  Oil Prices Edge Higher on U.S. Tariff Exemptions, Strong China Imports — But Trade War Caps Gains

  

  Oil prices ticked up slightly on Monday, lifted by a combination of U.S. tariff exemptions on electronic goods and a sharp rebound in China’s crude imports for March. However, concerns over an escalating U.S.-China trade war and its impact on global economic growth continued to limit gains. As of 08:22 …

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• 14 April 2025 11:17 am

  European Stocks Rally on Tariff Relief Hopes, Eyes Turn to ECB Meeting

  

  European equity markets opened the week with solid gains on Monday, buoyed by news that the White House will exempt electronics from its steep reciprocal tariffs, easing fears of an immediate hit to global tech supply chains. The move lifted risk sentiment, especially across tech-heavy sectors, although caution lingered over …

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• 14 April 2025 10:53 am

  Gold Pulls Back From Record High as U.S. Signals Partial Tariff Relief, But Outlook Remains Bullish

  

  Gold prices edged lower on Monday, retreating slightly from last week’s record highs as risk appetite improved following news that the U.S. may exclude electronic goods from its steep tariff hike on Chinese imports. However, ongoing trade war fears, a weak dollar, and dovish signals from the Federal Reserve kept …

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• 14 April 2025 1:27 am

  Market weekly recap: Gold is the king

  

  It was a very busy week in financial markets as US president Donald Trump continues escalation of his trade attacks on a large number of states, which ended in a 90-days pause of tariffs enforcement on all countries, excluding China which was targeted by the maximum duties with “immediate” enforcement. …

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• 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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