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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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BRN rebounds towards $75.00 per barrel
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07 FEB clock 12:06

BRN rebounds towards $75.00 per barrel

Despite today's rebound, oil prices are near their lowest levels of the year on the back of a significant rise in US crude inventories and escalating trade tensions between the US and China.
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Gold to extend its winning streak to six consecutive weeks?
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07 FEB clock 08:58

Gold to extend its winning streak to six consecutive weeks?

Gold prices reached new highs as central banks eased policies and trade tensions escalated. Investors now focus on NFP data due later today, 02/07/2025.
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GBPUSD slides below $1.25 ahead of the BoE interest rate decision
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06 FEB clock 11:57

GBPUSD slides below $1.25 ahead of the BoE interest rate decision

The BoE's forward guidance and global trade developments will play an important role in determining the Pound's direction.
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Is XAUUSD due for a pullback?
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05 FEB clock 14:07

Is XAUUSD due for a pullback?

Gold has surged ~9% so far in 2025, hitting new all-time highs for the past 4 days. Trade tensions, inflation fears, and upcoming economic data releases may contribute to market volatility, with technical indicators suggesting a potential pullback.
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This Week: USDInd surges towards 2-year high on US tariffs announcement
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03 FEB clock 08:34

This Week: USDInd surges towards 2-year high on US tariffs announcement

February kicks off with major market moves as Trump announces tariffs, the US dollar hits a 2-year high, and Big Tech earnings loom. This week’s key events include the Bank of England rate decision and the US jobs report.
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Brent declines towards $75 amid US trade tensions.
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31 JAN clock 13:26

Brent declines towards $75 amid US trade tensions.

Brent crude fell below $76 amid Trump's tariff threats against Canada and Mexico. Investors are looking ahead to the OPEC+ meeting on February 3.
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