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Send us Fan Mail Markets face a pivotal week as major central bank decisions from the Fed, BoE, and BoJ, alongside blockbuster earnings and key economic data, take center stage. We break down the main events likely to move forex, commodities, and equity markets. Gain insight into potential market direction and the key levels to watch in this week's market ou ... Show More
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Inflation fears pummel stocks as yields surge, yen tests 164
Send us Fan MailIntensifying US-Iran war sends Brent above $100, US yields to 18-monthhigh. Stocks take a dive as AI jitters exacerbate the selloff. But marketscalmer today as oil pares gains, upbeat PMIs help sentiment. Yencontinues to tumble, nearly hits 164 per dollar.Risk War ... Show More
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Oil rises again as Mideast tensions worsen, euro firms ahead of ECB
Send us Fan MailConflict in Middle East continues to deepen, oil futures jump to fresh highs. Dollar softer but yen continues to feel the pressure. Euro inches higher ahead of ECB decision as hawkish risks rise. Big Tech stocks fall after Alphabet earnings but chipmakers rise.Ris ... Show More
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