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Volatility grips global currencies

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President Trump’s rumored 90-day tariff pause on all but China was quickly denied, leading US stock indices to slide before closing higher, halting a three-day drop, though uncertainty lingers as over 50 countries await trade talks. President Trump remains defiant, pushing for a trade reset with threats of 104% tariffs on China by Thursday. Audio […]

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Global financial markets have been rocked by heightened volatility following President Trump’s unexpected announcement of steep global tariffs, sparking fears of a US recession and driving a sharp decline in Treasury yields and the US dollar. Audio Update Technical highlights EURUSD Closing in on 2023 high GBPUSD Next big target at 2024 high USDJPY Gravitating […]

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A seismic shift in global trade

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It’s being viewed as a watershed historic moment for global trade. The US Liberation Day tariffs have certainly shaken up financial markets in the immediate aftermath. Investors have lost confidence in the US Dollar, which has come under pressure across the board, particularly against the other major currencies which are being seen as attractive alternatives. […]

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Markets on edge ahead of tariff update

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Financial markets are currently being driven by a combination of geopolitical tensions, central bank policy expectations, and renewed trade uncertainty. Investor sentiment remains cautious as markets await clarity on potential U.S. reciprocal tariffs, which could reignite global trade frictions. Audio Update Technical highlights EURUSD Closing in on 2023 high GBPUSD Next big target at 2024 […]

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Financial markets have settled into a wait-and-see ahead of tomorrow’s highly anticipated update on the details of US tariffs. We have seen some position squaring ahead of the event risk, as some traders look to reduce risk associated with worst case scenarios. Audio Update Technical highlights EURUSD Closing in on 2023 high GBPUSD Next big […]

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US Dollar alternatives considered

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The ongoing escalation in trade tension has resulted in more downside pressure on risk assets, with US equities continuing to get hit hard as a consequence. The US Dollar has been trading with more of a mixed tone of late, more bid up against the risk correlated currencies, but getting sold against the other majors. […]

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