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Brent rebound faces NFP, OPEC+ test
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02 May 12.17

Brent rebound faces NFP, OPEC+ test

Brent bulls once again pulled prices out of sub-$60/bbl waters, having previously notched a 4-year low in early-April. However, the imminent US jobs report and Monday's OPEC+ supply hike decision should have a major say whether Brent can stay above that psychologically-important price level.

Gold attempts slight rebound ahead of US jobs report
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02 May 11.32

Gold attempts slight rebound ahead of US jobs report

XAUUSD is headed towards back-to-back weekly declines for the first time this year. But the incoming US nonfarm payrolls report (NFP) may determine whether spot gold enters the weekend above or below $3300.

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Brent jumps ~3% on US sanctions & supply fears
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18 APR clock 11:07

Brent jumps ~3% on US sanctions & supply fears

Brent surged past $67 as US sanctions on Iran and OPEC+ cuts tightened supply. Despite a 5% weekly gain, demand concerns from slowing economies cap further upside.
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Gold retracts from its all-time high
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18 APR clock 10:43

Gold retracts from its all-time high

Gold retreated from record highs as investors cashed in gains amid shifting trade tensions. Fed caution and US-China talks keep markets on edge.
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EU50 Index rebounds ahead of ECB rate decision
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17 APR clock 11:17

EU50 Index rebounds ahead of ECB rate decision

The EU50 index edges higher as investors weigh mixed earnings and brace for an ECB rate cut. Persistent trade tensions and soft economic data keep market sentiment cautious.
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USD index slides 10% YTD, eyes key economic data & J. Powell speech
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16 APR clock 16:13

USD index slides 10% YTD, eyes key economic data & J. Powell speech

The USD Index is down over 10% YTD, hovering near July 2023 levels after a bounce from April 2022 support. With US-China trade talks and key economic data ahead, traders watch for a breakout from its tight range.
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This Week: Tariff tensions & data-driven market volatility
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14 APR clock 09:53

This Week: Tariff tensions & data-driven market volatility

Markets remain highly reactive as US trade policy flip-flops fuel short-term rallies and longer-term uncertainty. Key data releases and central bank moves this week will shape sentiment further.
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Oil prices dip as demand outlook weakens
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11 APR clock 11:42

Oil prices dip as demand outlook weakens

Brent crude hovered near $63, facing its second weekly loss as US-China tensions and weak demand weighed on sentiment. Rising OPEC+ output and supply disruptions added to market uncertainty.
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