Category : Markets


FTSE 100 Falls, Oil Up on Trump Iran Warning, S&P 500 Tops 7,000

The FTSE 100 index dropped 0.5% on Wednesday, while oil prices surged due to geopolitical tensions from Trump's warning to Iran. Meanwhile, the S&P 500 briefly surpassed 7,000 for the first time ahead of key tech earnings and the US interest rate decision

Dollar Hits Four-Year Low After Trump Comments

The US dollar has fallen to its lowest level since February 2022, dropping 1.3% after President Trump called its decline 'great'. The slide has boosted gold, the Swiss franc, and the euro.

Asian Shares Mixed After Wall St Record, Dollar Slides

Asian shares showed mixed performance following a record S&P 500 close and further US dollar weakness. Investors await the Federal Reserve's interest rate announcement amid currency volatility and precious metal surges.

Fed to Keep Rates Unchanged as Economy Shows Health

Federal Reserve officials are likely to maintain interest rates this week, resisting White House pressure for cuts as signs of economic stability emerge, with inflation remaining above target and internal divisions on future policy.

Aussie Dollar Hits 16-Month High, More Gains Forecast

The Australian dollar has surged to a 16-month peak against the US dollar, reaching 70.1 US cents. Analysts cite strong domestic data, commodity prices, and US dollar weakness as key drivers, with potential for further appreciation.

Gold Hits Record $5,100 Amid Global Uncertainty

Gold prices have surged to unprecedented levels, breaking through $5,100 per ounce for the first time. Driven by geopolitical tensions and robust central bank buying, analysts predict further gains toward $6,000 this year.

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