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Brent has slid to $70.00 per barrel
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03 Apr 04.08

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.

XAUUSD surged to record high after Trump’s tariff announcement!
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03 Apr 02.26

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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BRN hovers at $70 amid supply concerns
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14 MAR clock 10:32

BRN hovers at $70 amid supply concerns

Brent crude oil remains under pressure around $70 per barrel, despite a brief recovery, as concerns over a global trade war and oversupply weigh on the market. IEA warns of a growing supply surplus.
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Gold surges to new record high, almost reaching $3,000!
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14 MAR clock 09:18

Gold surges to new record high, almost reaching $3,000!

Gold surged to an all-time high, nearing $3,000, amid trade tensions and easing US inflation. Strong ETF demand and central bank buying continue to support its rise.
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UK100 index faces test with UK GDP and Industrial data
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13 MAR clock 14:19

UK100 index faces test with UK GDP and Industrial data

Did you know, UK100 is the only European stock index with a month-to-date decline?
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USDCAD under pressure ahead of key US data and rate decisions
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12 MAR clock 15:53

USDCAD under pressure ahead of key US data and rate decisions

This week, the Canadian Dollar (CAD) has emerged as the weakest currency in the G10 against the US Dollar.
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This Week: Can CAD Catch Up to Its G10 Peers?
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10 MAR clock 08:18

This Week: Can CAD Catch Up to Its G10 Peers?

The Canadian dollar lags behind its G10 counterparts in 2025. Key economic events this week could impact its trajectory.
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Brent is on track for a weekly loss
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07 MAR clock 12:01

Brent is on track for a weekly loss

Brent crude rose slightly to $70 per barrel but faces a 3.28% weekly loss. Market pressure stems from US trade uncertainty and global supply concerns.
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