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US500 Posts the third biggest single day gain since WW2!
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10 Apr 01.34

US500 Posts the third biggest single day gain since WW2!

The S&P 500 surged 10.25% to 5,484.6 in a historic rally after President Trump announced a 90-day pause on many tariffs, easing market fears. However, uncertainty remains as tensions with China persist and the pause is only temporary.

NAS100 extends declines as death-cross & tarrifs collide
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09 Apr 04.23

NAS100 extends declines as death-cross & tarrifs collide

The NAS100 has plunged over 25% from its peak, hitting lows not seen since January 2024, amid rising global trade tensions and the formation of a bearish death cross. With China’s tariffs spiking to 84% and key FOMC minutes due, volatility is expected to intensify.

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This Week: Markets rattle as tariff war fears escalate
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07 APR clock 09:11

This Week: Markets rattle as tariff war fears escalate

Markets plunged after President Trump’s tariff hike, sparking fears of a global recession or stagflation. Key events this week may intensify volatility in US assets and global markets.
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Why investors flock to gold and other safe havens?
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04 APR clock 12:18

Why investors flock to gold and other safe havens?

Alpari explores the appeal that safe haven assets including metals and certain currencies have for traders during volatile times, and how to trade these assets.
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Brent has slid to $70.00 per barrel
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03 APR clock 16:08

Brent has slid to $70.00 per barrel

Brent crude fell ~6% to $70 per barrel due to OPEC+ supply hikes and fears of a global trade war sparked by US tariffs.
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XAUUSD surged to record high after Trump’s tariff announcement!
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03 APR clock 14:26

XAUUSD surged to record high after Trump’s tariff announcement!

President Trump signed a "reciprocal tariffs" policy, escalating risks of a global trade war. Stock markets reacted negatively, while XAUUSD surged to a record high as investors sought safe-haven assets.
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Could JPY be the secret weapon against tariff chaos?
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02 APR clock 15:36

Could JPY be the secret weapon against tariff chaos?

USDJPY has been consolidating within a symmetrical triangle since August 2024, with key resistance and support levels to watch ahead of potential tariff announcements. Amid uncertainty, investors may turn to the JPY as a safe-haven asset.
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This Week: EURUSD to post its biggest montly gain since Nov 2022?
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31 MAR clock 09:20

This Week: EURUSD to post its biggest montly gain since Nov 2022?

EURUSD is up 4% in March, so far, its biggest monthly gain since November 2022. This week’s events, including Trump’s tariffs, Eurozone CPI, and the US jobs report, will influence the pair's direction.
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