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Massive week for Aussie and Kiwi markets
Massive week for Aussie and Kiwi markets The RBA’s upcoming decision is highly uncertain, with markets pricing in a rate cut but some experts suggesting it’s a 50/50 call, which could impact election timing. The RBNZ is widely expected to cut rates this week, with most economists predicting a 50bps reduction, though some foresee a…
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17 February 2025
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Trade War Begins? China Strikes Back with Tariffs
Trade War Begins? China Strikes Back with Tariffs China has imposed new tariffs on key U.S. exports and introduced export controls on critical rare metals, escalating trade tensions. The U.S. is considering new reciprocal tariffs, including ending a tax exemption on small-value imports from China, which could generate $53 billion in federal revenue. In what…
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10 February 2025
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Will Trump replace Powell as Fed Chair?
Will Trump replace Powell as Fed Chair? Trump has openly criticized the Fed and could replace Jerome Powell if re-elected, potentially before Powell’s term ends in May 2026. A Trump-aligned Fed chair would likely push for lower interest rates, which could strengthen the dollar while pressuring U.S. stocks. The Federal Reserve has kept interest rates…
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30 January 2025
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Inauguration week: Opportunities in Stocks, Forex, and Crypto
Inauguration week: Opportunities in Stocks, Forex, and Crypto Donald Trump’s launch of the $TRUMP cryptocurrency has created significant market buzz, with an estimated $72 billion market cap and 80% of the supply controlled by Trump Organization affiliates. The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to enforce TikTok’s divestment may redirect up to $8.64 billion in ad revenue…
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20 January 2025
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Weak GBPUSD reflects surging UK borrowing costs
Weak GBPUSD reflects surging UK borrowing costs The GBPUSD has fallen to new yearly lows due to surging UK gilt yields, with the 10-year yield reaching its highest level since 2008 and the 30-year yield hitting 5.47%, a 25-year high. Rising UK inflation and fiscal uncertainty, driven by budget-related market jitters and domestic economic challenges,…
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10 January 2025
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