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April, 2025

• 3 April 2025 11:42 pm

  Trump Tariffs, Weak Data Send Dollar Tumbling: Recession Fears Grip Markets

  

  The US Dollar is experiencing a sharp decline, plummeting towards the 102.00 mark as a confluence of factors shakes investor confidence. President Trump’s recently announced “Liberation Day” tariff plan, coupled with surprisingly weak economic data, has ignited fears of a looming economic slowdown, sending shockwaves through global markets. This sudden …

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• 3 April 2025 10:36 pm

  Oil Prices Plunge as OPEC+ Increases Supply Amid Global Trade Fears

  

  A significant shift in global oil markets occurred as major oil-producing nations announced a larger-than-anticipated supply increase, triggering a sharp drop in crude prices. The decision, made by a coalition of key oil-producing countries, will see an additional 411,000 barrels per day entering the market beginning next month.This move, intended …

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• 3 April 2025 9:37 pm

  Fitch’s Tariff Warning: How U.S. and China Trade Tensions Could Reshape the Global Economy

  

  On April 3, 2025, prominent Fitch ratings agency issued a stark warning about the U.S. economy, slashing its 2025 GDP growth forecast and pointing the finger at a bold new tariff policy dubbed “Liberation Day.” Announced just a day earlier, these tariffs impose a minimum 10% rate on all U.S. …

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• 3 April 2025 8:49 pm

  US Stocks: Volatility, Liquidity Drain, and Underlying Causes From January, 1 To Date

  

  From early 2025 to April 3, the U.S. stock market has navigated a turbulent phase marked by sharp volatility and liquidity declines, driven by factors like inflation, trade wars, and quantitative tightening, with examples like Gensol Engineering underscoring pressures on individual firms. For investors, this period demands flexible strategies to …

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• 3 April 2025 7:21 pm

  Sterling Soars as Trump Tariffs Trigger US Recession Fears, UK Spared the Worst

  

  The Pound Sterling (GBP) surged to a near six-month high against the US Dollar (USD) on Thursday, breaching the 1.3200 mark, as President Donald Trump’s unexpectedly aggressive tariffs sent shockwaves through the global markets, igniting fears of a looming US recession. The dramatic rise in the GBP/USD pair was fueled …

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• 3 April 2025 5:40 pm

  Oil Prices Expected to Retreat Amid Output Hike

  

  Oil prices dropped sharply on Thursday, extending steep declines as the OPEC+ alliance decided to accelerate the reversal of previous production cuts in May. This announcement amplified losses already triggered by sweeping new tariffs announced by U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday. By 1305 GMT, Brent crude futures had slumped …

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• 3 April 2025 4:15 pm

  Germany, France Urge Stronger EU Response to Trump’s Tariffs: Bloomberg

  

  Germany and France are advocating for a robust European Union response following U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest tariff measures, pushing the bloc to adopt a more assertive stance in countering Washington’s escalating trade actions, according to a Bloomberg report published Thursday. A day after President Trump unveiled his controversial “Liberation …

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• 3 April 2025 1:27 pm

  Bitcoin Slides Amid Global Market Turmoil as New U.S. Tariffs Shake Investor Confidence

  

  Bitcoin prices retreated on Thursday, as heightened global trade tensions stemming from newly announced U.S. tariffs dampened investor appetite for riskier assets, including cryptocurrencies. The leading cryptocurrency declined 0.8%, trading near $83,421.50 early Thursday, as markets digested the implications of significant tariff escalations initiated by the U.S. administration. The introduction …

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• 3 April 2025 12:22 pm

  European Markets Rattled as U.S. Tariff Announcement Sparks Global Economic Concerns

  

  European equities tumbled sharply on Thursday, as investors grappled with mounting fears over escalating global trade tensions following new U.S. tariff measures on imports, deepening anxieties about worldwide economic stability. Early trading saw steep declines across Europe’s key indices: Germany’s leading index sank by 2.3%, France’s benchmark lost 2.2%, and …

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• 3 April 2025 1:30 am

  US Session – Market Drivers: US Stocks and Gold Tariff Day’s Key Winners

  

  The US stock market found bullish momentum on “Tariff Day,” as investors assessed the impact of the Trump administration’s much-anticipated announcement of “reciprocal” tariffs. The market rally, despite concerns over potential disruptions, showcased the resilience of equity indices and investor confidence in economic fundamentals.A Milestone in Trade PolicyTuesday saw the …

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• 3 April 2025 12:14 am

  Trump Announces Sweeping Tariffs on Global Trade, EU Fires Back

  

  In a fiery address from the White House Rose Garden on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, President Donald Trump unveiled what he called “Liberation Day” for American industry—a sweeping plan to impose a 10% baseline tariff on all U.S. trading partners, coupled with steeper duties targeting dozens of countries he accused …

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• 2 April 2025 11:32 pm

  Tariff Unveiling Stocks’ Surge Despite Trade Uncertainty

  

  In a whirlwind trading session, stocks surged on Wednesday, shrugging off earlier losses as investors braced for President Donald Trump’s much-anticipated tariff rollout. The S&P 500 climbed 0.7%, the Nasdaq Composite gained 1%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average tacked on 268 points, a 0.6% increase. The day had started …

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• 2 April 2025 10:29 pm

  Saudi Arabia Faces Financial Crossroads as Oil Dynamics Shift

  

  Saudi Arabia is bracing for a challenging financial landscape in 2025, with public debt projected to climb to 29.9% of GDP by year-end, up from 29.3% in 2024. To address a funding gap estimated at $37 billion, the Kingdom plans to tap into debt markets and explore alternative financing avenues. …

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