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Apr 2024
3m 25s

Geopolitics and Fedspeak keep stocks und...

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Send us Fan Mail Stocks remain under pressure as Fedspeak and US data dent rate cuts chances. Dollar remains dominant against both the euro and the yen. UK inflation surprises on the upside; the pound tries to rally. A plethora of Fed, ECB and BoE speakers to keep the market on its toes today. Risk Warning: Our services involve a significant risk and can res ... Show More
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