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US equities surged to record highs on optimism over a potential US–Iran ceasefire extension, with the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Russell 2000 all closing at all-time highs yesterday. Oil prices fell sharply and are on track for their steepest monthly decline since March 2020. US econom ...  Show more

Oil prices are swinging on every twist in the Middle East, while AI continues to dominate global markets. Europe’s stocks are under pressure from high energy costs, but in the US, AI momentum is driving major indices to fresh record highs. In today’s episode, Carsten Menke, Head ...  Show more

Send us Fan MailTrump threatens EU tariffs, creates confusion about Mexico and Canada duties. Dollar rebounds but gold slides again. Nvidia falls in after-hours trading as earnings fail to set Wall Street alight.Risk Warning: Our services involve a significant risk and can result ...  Show more

Send us Fan MailDollar extends slide as Trump’s bill seen ballooning US debt. Treasuries fall as well, 30-year yield climbs to highest since Nov. 2023. Wall Steet closes lower, gold and other safe havens gain. Oil pulls back as US and Iran prepare for new round of talks.Risk Warn ...  Show more

Send us Fan MailDollar gains slightly on hawkish Fed remarks. Investors scale back their Fed rate cut bets. China’s CPI rises for the third straight month. US stocks stay supported despite rebound in yields.Risk Warning: Our services involve a significant risk and can result in t ...  Show more

Send us Fan MailGeopolitics takes centre stage as US markets enjoy a bank holiday. Both gold and US dollar try to recoup Friday’s losses. Major currencies extend monthly gains versus the dollar. Yen benefits from strong GDP; aussie prepares for the RBA.Risk Warning: Our services ...  Show more