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ECB cuts rates for sixth time

The European Central Bank reduced interest rates for the sixth consecutive time, citing a weakening economic outlook and moderating inflation, while reaffirming its data-driven approach to monetary policy.

ECB cuts rates for sixth time

EUR awaits ECB’s 25bps move

The ECB is expected to cut rates by 25 basis points to 2.5% from 2.75%

EUR awaits ECB’s 25bps move

ADP Employment Report: Key focus for Markets

The upcoming ADP Employment Change report is forecasted to show 140K new jobs for February

ADP Employment Report: Key focus for Markets

Markets roiled by volatility as trade uncertainty deepen

Markets swung sharply as trade tensions, political uncertainty, and economic shifts fueled volatility across equities, currencies, and commodities.

Markets roiled by volatility as trade uncertainty deepen

Safe-haven demand rises amid geopolitical and trade uncertainty

Safe-haven demand rises amid escalating trade tensions, geopolitical risks, and weak domestic economic data, while oil prices and the Canadian dollar fall under pressure from global uncertainties.

Safe-haven demand rises amid geopolitical and trade uncertainty

US tariffs set to ignite trade tensions amid broader geopolitical uncertainty

Fresh US tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China take effect March 4, raising fears of retaliation, while markets brace for key economic data and geopolitical shifts.

US tariffs set to ignite trade tensions amid broader geopolitical uncertainty

Gold prices above three-week low

Traders are cautious on gold, awaiting key U.S. macroeconomic data for clearer direction amid limited follow-through buying

Gold prices above three-week low

Global markets under pressure as trade war risks but PCE is here

Global markets tumble as U.S. trade tensions escalate, with new tariffs on Mexico and Canada set for March. Meanwhile, and U.S. inflation cools slightly.

Global markets under pressure as trade war risks but PCE is here

US growth confirms a 2.3%

US GDP growth slowed to 2.3% in Q4, with strong consumer spending offset by rising inflation. Jobless claims jumped to 242K, signaling labor market cooling. Meanwhile, the ECB sees a case for rate cuts but remains cautious, avoiding forward guidance amid inflation and geopolitical risks.

US growth confirms a 2.3%

Gold extends decline below $2,900

Rising US Treasury yields and a stronger dollar put pressure on gold, extending its losses

Gold extends decline below $2,900