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Fed Signals Potential Rate Cut in Q3 2026
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell hinted at a possible rate reduction in the third quarter, citing cooling inflation and softening labor market data. Markets rallied on the news with the S&P 500 gaining 1.2%.
Read MoreEUR/USD Breaks Above 1.09 Resistance Level
The euro surged past the key 1.0900 resistance level against the dollar after stronger-than-expected Eurozone PMI data. Analysts now eye 1.1050 as the next major target.
Read MoreGold Hits New All-Time High Above $3,200
Gold prices reached a record $3,215 per ounce as geopolitical tensions and central bank buying continue to drive demand. The precious metal has gained 18% year-to-date.
Read MoreBitcoin Consolidates Near $95,000 After ETF Inflows Surge
Bitcoin is trading in a tight range around $95,000 as spot ETF inflows hit $1.2 billion this week. Institutional adoption continues to accelerate ahead of the next halving cycle.
Read MoreBank of Japan Holds Rates, Yen Weakens to 152
The BOJ maintained its ultra-loose monetary policy despite rising inflation expectations. USD/JPY climbed to 152.30, with traders watching for potential intervention signals from the Ministry of Finance.
Read MoreOil Prices Surge 3% on OPEC+ Supply Cut Extension
Brent crude jumped to $86.50 per barrel after OPEC+ agreed to extend production cuts through Q3 2026. The decision came amid concerns about slowing Chinese demand growth.
Read MoreNVIDIA Earnings Beat Expectations, AI Demand Soars
NVIDIA reported Q1 revenue of $38.2 billion, beating estimates by 12%. The chipmaker raised guidance citing unprecedented demand for AI training and inference hardware across enterprise clients.
Read MoreUK GDP Growth Surprises to the Upside at 0.4%
The British economy expanded 0.4% in February, above the 0.2% consensus. GBP/USD rallied to 1.2750 as traders reduced expectations for a near-term Bank of England rate cut.
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