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Hopes that Biden's Angola trip may help lower pressure on oil markets

US President Joe Biden is visiting oil-abundant Angola for a three-day trip, aiming to enhance investment activities in the country and countering China's rising influence in the region.

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Bitcoin retreats near a milestone level on profit-taking

Bitcoin's price retreated sharply as the post-Trump rally stalled. Analysts believe profit-taking was the primary cause of the decline but $100,000 (€95,400) remains within reach.

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Markets week ahead: Eurozone's inflation figures take centre stage

This week, US politics and geopolitical tensions remain a focus for investors. Economic data such as the EU inflation, the US GDP, and RBNZ's rate decision will take centre stage in regional markets.

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Bitcoin continues to climb in extended surge following US elections

Bitcoin extended its streak of record highs after ticking above $99,000 (around €95,000) for the first time overnight. The cryptocurrency has rocketed more than 40% in just two weeks.

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Weekly recap: Geopolitical tensions weigh on European market sentiment

The European stock markets rebounded on Thursday but remained in negative territory for the week as rising geopolitical tensions weighed on sentiment.

Business

Nvidia: Wall Street's most valuable company - how did it get there?

The company's journey to be one of the most prominent players in AI has produced some eye-popping numbers. Here's a look at some of the figures.

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European stocks fall to three-month low amid geopolitical jitters

The European markets briefly hit a three-month low due to heightened tensions in the Ukraine-Russia war. Investors shifted towards safe-haven assets, while oil prices surged on fears of potential supply disruptions.

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Weekly Recap: European markets see a resurgence on tech optimism

Global stock markets faced sell-offs this week, as Wall Street's rally began losing momentum amidst fading optimism around Trump. European markets managed a modest rebound on Thursday, spurred by positive outlooks from tech giants ASML and Siemens.

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European markets rebound as Chinese data fuels rally

European stock markets rallied as strong Chinese trade data lifted sectors sensitive to consumer demand, driving broad gains. The Fed's recent rate cut may further bolster risk-on sentiment.

Economy

Bank of England makes its decision on UK interest rates

The Bank of England decides to cut its main interest rate to 4.75% following a fall in inflation to its lowest level since April 2021.

Business

Stocks and bitcoin surge ahead after Trump wins the White House race

The US stock market, Elon Musk’s Tesla, banks and bitcoin all stormed higher as investors bet on what Donald Trump's return to the White House will mean for the economy and world.

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Trump Presidency: Could the euro hit parity with the dollar?

Economists agree that a Trump presidency could weaken the euro against the dollar. While the euro strengthened during Trump's first term, conditions could now drive it lower.

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A turbulent week expected as US election spurs market volatility

Markets are poised for high volatility this week due to the upcoming US election and key central bank decisions. Below is an outline of crucial market events and potential trends for the days ahead.

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Oil prices plunge as Israel spares Iran's oil facilities in attack

Crude prices plunged as Israel launched a limited retaliation attack on Iran, sparing its oil and nuclear facilities. China reported disappointing economic data, further weakening crude demand outlooks.

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Eurozone inflation data and tech company earnings in focus this week

This week is lined up with critical economic events and company earnings, which are expected to drive market sentiment. Eurozone inflation data will be the focal point for the region.

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Bitcoin approaches a three-month high ahead of US election

Bitcoin's price has seen a significant surge since September, driven by central banks' easing monetary policies and the so-called "Trump trade" in the lead-up to the US presidential election.

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Gold and silver prices surge to new records as haven demand mounts

Gold and silver surged amidst growing fears of escalating conflicts in the Middle East, uncertainties surrounding the US election, and central banks embarking on easing cycles. Analysts expect gold prices to keep rising.

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FTSE Russell to include South Korean and Indian government bonds

South Korean and Indian government bonds are set to join global index provider FTSE Russell in 2025, in a move that is expected to attract billions of dollars of foreign investment into their local bond markets.

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World shares slip as investors focus on Middle East escalation

World shares slipped on Thursday as investors continued to monitor an escalation of tensions in the Middle East.

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European markets climb as China unveils economic stimulus package

European markets opened higher, buoyed by the People's Bank of China's (PBOC) recent suite of easing measures. Mining stocks are expected to gain from the strong price rally in key metals.