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US Industrial Production Growth Falls Short of Forecast
Industrial production in the US grew by 0.2% last month, falling short of the forecasted 0.3%. The data points to a certain slowdown in the industrial sector and may place additional pressure on the dollar.
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Gold Fell as Investors Await Fed Meeting Minutes
Tuesday's gold price declined. One of the main reasons for this is the increase in U.S. Treasury yields and the rise in oil prices. Additionally, investors are awaiting the release of the Federal Reserve's (Fed) July meeting minutes to better assess how interest rates may change in the coming period.
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Dollar Falls to More Than Two-Month Low as Euro Strengthens
The US dollar fell to its lowest level in more than two months as investors scaled back expectations for interest rate increases by the Fed amid weak economic data. Against this backdrop, the euro strengthened to a two-month high, while the yen recovered some of its recent losses.
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What volume of oil is actually leaving the Persian Gulf?
Differing data are being circulated about oil transit through the Strait of Hormuz. According to a statement by Chris Wright, the U.S. Secretary of Energy, an average of 9 million barrels of oil per day passes through the strait, while on August 8, the volume exported from the Persian Gulf exceeded 20 million barrels.
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Gold Price Approaches $4,400 Mark: What Factors Drive the Precious Metal's Rise?
On Monday, August 17, the price of gold rose on global markets and approached the $4,400 per ounce mark. The increase in demand for the precious metal was driven by a weakening US dollar, economic indicators from America, and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
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China's Banks See Rise in Non-Performing Loan Ratio
China's share of non-performing loans (NPL) in commercial banks increased to 1.52% by the end of the second quarter, while their total volume reached 3.7 trillion yuan.
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European stock markets are stable, though indices are heading for a weekly decline
European shares were nearly flat on Friday, though the Stoxx Europe 600 is preparing for its first weekly decline in more than a month. Markets are being influenced by inflation data and rising risks to energy supplies in the Persian Gulf.
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Deutsche Bank to Conduct Yuan Clearing in Europe for the First Time
China has officially designated Deutsche Bank as a yuan clearing bank. This is the first time a European bank has been granted such status.
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Gold Price Declined as Investors Lock in Gains
Gold prices fell 0.4% as investors began taking profits following recent gains. Additionally, weak U.S. inflation data reduced expectations for a Fed rate hike in September.
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Trump Claims US Fully Controls Strait of Hormuz
According to U.S. President Donald Trump's statement, the Strait of Hormuz is under complete control of the United States, and Washington intends to maintain the current situation.
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Canada Considers Compromise on Auto Tariffs with the US
Canada is considering an agreement with the US, under which tariffs on Canadian automobiles would be reduced if they meet USMCA requirements.
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Citi: Silver Price Could Rise to $90 in the Next 12 Months
Citi forecasts silver prices to rise to $90 over the next 6-12 months, supported by strengthening investment demand, a less restrictive Fed policy, and potential easing of tensions around the Strait of Hormuz.
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Container Imports to the US at One of the Highest Levels
In July, U.S. container imports surged sharply and reached the fourth-highest level in history for the month. According to Descartes Systems Group, companies are attempting to bring goods into the U.S. before new tariffs take effect.
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What Will Change After the Strait of Hormuz Opens
They may soon reach an agreement on opening the Strait of Hormuz, but according to Capital Economics' assessment, it will take time for the energy market situation to fully stabilize.
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Kevin Warsh Considers Reducing Federal Reserve's Influence
U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh is considering reducing the number of Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meetings. The FOMC currently meets eight times per year, with a legal minimum of four meetings.
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Germany's Trade Deficit with China Increased
Germany's trade deficit with China widened in the first half of 2026. German exports to China fell by more than 12%, dropping below €37 billion, while imports from China increased by 8.9% to €91.8 billion.
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US Futures Slightly Strengthen Ahead of Employment Report
US stock futures are stable ahead of the employment report release. Investors are waiting to see whether a strong labor market will confirm the Federal Reserve's potential rate hike scenario starting as early as September.
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How Mark Carney Plans to End the Trade War with the US
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney believes that American tariffs on aluminum, in fact, harm the US economy itself.
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US Imports of Oil from Saudi Arabia Stop for First Time in 40 Years
For the first time since 1985, the United States did not receive a single barrel of oil from Saudi Arabia throughout the entire month of July. This was caused by the escalating confrontation between Washington and Tehran.
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Donald Trump Urges Oil Companies to Lower Fuel Prices
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized oil companies and demanded they reduce fuel prices.
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Donald Trump to Meet with Mining and Extraction Sector Representatives
US President Donald Trump is planning a meeting with mining sector leaders. The main topic of discussion will be increasing the extraction and processing of critical minerals, which should help reduce the US dependence on China.
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Oil Production in Brazil Reaches Historical Maximum
Oil production in Brazil reached a record level in June. The increase in output is helping to partially offset the losses in the global market caused by disruptions in oil supply from the Middle East.
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The Dollar and Euro Are Stable, the Yen Strengthened Against the Backdrop of Intervention
The US dollar and euro traded virtually unchanged on Monday, while the Japanese yen strengthened following confirmation of joint currency intervention by the United States and Japan.
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Artificial Intelligence Divides Britain's Labor Market into Two Parts
A new trend is becoming increasingly clear in the British labor market. With the development of artificial intelligence, companies are actively seeking experienced technology specialists, while the number of entry-level and routine work positions is declining.
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Bank of America Explains Fed Uncertainty Around "Anna Karenina Principle"
Following the U.S. Federal Reserve's (Fed) decision to leave interest rates unchanged at 3.75%, the uncertainty that emerged in the market was explained by Bank of America economists using the "Anna Karenina principle."
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Coal's Share in China's Electricity Generation Falls Below 50% for the First Time
China's share of coal in electricity generation has fallen below 50% for the first time. In the first half of 2026, this figure reached 49.7%, reflecting the rapid growth of renewable energy.
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Russian Ruble at Lowest Level Against Dollar Since April
The Russian ruble depreciated against the dollar by 1.9% on Wednesday, with the value of one dollar exceeding 80 rubles. Such a level was last recorded on April 3.
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The U.S. Senate begins voting on a sanctions bill against Russia
The U.S. Senate has begun reviewing a draft law on new sanctions against Russia. The discussion coincided with a visit to Washington by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, where he attended the funeral of late Senator Lindsey Graham, one of the bill's authors.
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Wheat Prices Decline in Europe
Wheat prices in Europe fell on Tuesday. Despite Russia continuing to restrict grain carrier movements in the Sea of Azov, according to traders' assessments, the impact of this factor on prices has already been reflected.
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South Korea's KOSPI index fell sharply due to concerns about spending in the artificial intelligence sector
South Korea's KOSPI index fell more than 10%, triggering a temporary trading halt. The decline was primarily driven by semiconductor companies — shares of SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics declined sharply. Investor concerns were sparked by increased spending on AI infrastructure.
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Italy Plans to Receive €14.9 Billion from the EU's SAFE Program to Finance Defense
Italy is demanding to receive €14.9 billion from the EU's SAFE program by the end of the year to strengthen the country's defense capabilities and finance the fulfillment of NATO's new objectives.
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Italy's Machinery Sector Demands Strict Trade Rules from EU Against China
Italy's machinery manufacturers association UCIMU is calling on the European Union to tighten competition conditions with Chinese companies. According to the organization's statement, the same technical and safety standards that apply to European manufacturers should be extended to equipment imported from China.
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Brazil and South Korea Will Accelerate Trade Agreement Negotiations with Mercosur
Brazil and South Korea have agreed to accelerate negotiations on a trade agreement with Mercosur. The respective statement was made by the presidents of the countries following a meeting held in Brazil.
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Gold Prices Rise Against Cheaper Oil and Weakening Dollar
Gold prices rose moderately on Monday as declining oil prices eased inflation expectations, while a decrease in US dollar strength and Treasury bond yields provided additional support for the precious metal.
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US-Iran Tensions Ease as Oil Prices Fall Sharply
Oil prices fell sharply on Monday as signs of reduced tensions between the U.S. and Iran removed a significant portion of the geopolitical risk premium from the market.
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US New Tariffs Will Not Affect Nearly Half of India's Exports
According to the Indian government's statement, approximately 45% of the country's exports will not be subject to the new additional tariffs imposed by the United States. According to the authorities' assessment, this is the result of trade negotiations held between the two countries.
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Bank of America Increases Dividend by 14%
Bank of America announced a 14% increase in its quarterly dividend. The decision is tied to the company's strong financial results and its strategy of returning capital to shareholders.
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# US Tariffs Will Affect Brazil's Billion-Dollar Exports
New 25% tariffs on Brazilian products have been implemented in the United States. The restrictions will apply to agricultural machinery, wood products, ethanol, textiles, and other goods.
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US 30-Year Mortgage Rate Climbs to Near Year-High
The most popular 30-year fixed-rate mortgage in the United States continued to rise last week. The market expects that, against the backdrop of high inflation, a decrease in loan rates in the near term is unlikely.
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Italy to Use EU Budget Benefits to Reduce Energy Costs
Italy will use the relief measure provided by EU budget rules to mitigate the effects of energy price increases in 2027-2028. An agreement on the relevant plan has already been reached between Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and representatives of the ruling coalition.
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Brent Price Exceeded $95 as Middle East Tensions Drove Up Oil
Global oil prices have reached their highest level since June following a four-day rally. The key market driver is the escalation of conflict between the US and Iran and the risks of energy supply disruptions.
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Japan plans to increase the limit on gasoline subsidies.
Japan's government is considering raising the ceiling on gasoline subsidies to 175 yen starting in September. The program is also expected to involve allocating additional reserve funds for its financing.
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Russia's Gold Reserves Decreased by 43.5 Tons in the First Half of the Year
According to the Central Bank of Russia, at the beginning of July, the country's gold reserves amounted to 73.4 million troy ounces, or approximately 2,282 tons.
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The Reduction of Inflation in the U.S. May Be Temporary
The US inflation rate in June came in lower than many expected. However, analysts believe this trend will likely be temporary, and price growth is expected to accelerate again in the coming months.
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Germany Considers Increasing Tariffs on Chinese Automobiles
After information spread about the closure of several Volkswagen factories, Germany began discussions about increasing tariffs on Chinese automobiles.
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U.S. Treasury Unveils Trump Commemorative Gold Coin
The U.S. Treasury has unveiled a 24-karat gold coin featuring Donald Trump's image, created to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the country's independence.
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The US is working on restoring an oil pipeline through Iraq and Syria
The US is considering the possibility of restoring the Kirkuk-Banias oil pipeline with Iraq and Syria. According to Washington's assessment, the project would expand energy supply routes and reduce Iran's influence in the region.
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Oil Prices Rise Due to Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz
The escalation of the situation in the Strait of Hormuz was followed by rising oil prices. Brent crude oil became more expensive by almost 3% and reached $85.20 per barrel. WTI prices, in turn, rose to $80.05 per barrel.
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Tensions in the Middle East have caused European stock exchanges to decline, while energy company shares have increased
European stock indices declined after Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Rising oil prices strengthened energy company shares, while investors shifted toward safe-haven assets.
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Dollar Supply in Iraq Resumed After Four-Month Pause
As a result of an agreement between Iraq and the United States, the supply of U.S. dollar cash into the country will be resumed. In return, Baghdad is obligated to strengthen controls to prevent dollars from reaching Iran and armed groups affiliated with it.
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Shell LNG Sales Growth Expected
Shell expects better liquid natural gas sales performance in the second quarter, although the situation in the Middle East is negatively affecting the company's gas production.
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Oil Price Rises Following Incident in Hormuz Strait
Following the emergence of new security risks near the Strait of Hormuz, oil prices rose. Brent and WTI crude oil prices increased by approximately 0.8% to 1%.
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Britain Considers Regulating Artificial Intelligence in the Financial Sector
Britain's financial regulator plans to review the rules governing the use of artificial intelligence. The reason is that an increasing number of people are using systems like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini when making financial decisions.
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China Offers European Business Deepening Economic Cooperation
China is seeking to expand economic cooperation with European companies and restore confidence. China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi spoke about this during a meeting in Stockholm with Jacob Wallenberg, chairman of Investor AB.
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# Investor Interest in Commodity Markets Has Increased
In recent times, investors' interest in the commodities market has significantly increased. According to UBS analysts, the main reasons for this are the risk of inflation, increased geopolitical competition over natural resources, and the diminishing effect of bonds as a portfolio-balancing instrument.
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# Production in Asia Has Increased
Demand for artificial intelligence-related technologies is strengthening Asia's industrial sector. Increased demand for chips, data center equipment, and computer hardware has become the main driver of production growth in the region.
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# Natural Gas Prices Decline in Europe
Natural gas prices in Europe declined on a quarterly basis for the first time over the past year. The main reasons for the decline are the cheapening of oil and partial stabilization of maritime shipping in the Middle East.
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Japanese Yen at Lowest Level Since 1986
The Japanese yen has reached its lowest level against the dollar since 1986. On Asian markets, the price of one dollar rose to 162.40 yen, meaning the yen has depreciated the most over the past four decades.
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Oil Price Declined: Investors Await Doha Negotiations
Oil prices on the global market have sharply declined compared to recent months. The price fluctuations are influenced by possible negotiations planned in Doha and expectations related to global demand.
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Uzbekistan Plans to Increase IT Exports to $5 Billion
Uzbekistan considers artificial intelligence and IT services as one of the main directions for economic development.
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Gold Price Declined Sharply
Gold prices have fallen to their lowest level of the current year. The 12.8% price decline is the lowest figure since 2008.
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# After the Attack in the Strait of Hormuz, Oil Prices Increased
The attack on cargo vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and the potential blockade of sea routes have caused an immediate increase in global oil prices.
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# U.S. Oil Reserves Decline Most in 40 Years
Crude oil reserves in the United States have declined to such an extent that a similarly low level has not been recorded since 1984.
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Yen Near 40-Year Low - Market Awaits Possible Japanese Intervention
The Japanese yen reached nearly a 40-year low against the dollar. Markets are expecting that the Japanese government may intervene in the foreign exchange market again to protect its national currency.
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US Reduces Oil Production Regulations and Operating Costs
The United States government plans to simplify regulations for oil and gas extraction on federal lands and reduce operating costs.
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German Exports to Britain Declined by 7%
Brexit has left a significant negative impact on Germany-Britain trade relations, which is clearly reflected in the figures.
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# European Energy Sector Rating Downgraded
According to Morgan Stanley's assessment, the growth of European energy companies' stocks is less likely to be expected.
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Gold Price Rises - Investors Assess US-Iran Agreement and Fed Signals
Gold prices resumed their upward trend after investors positively assessed a temporary peace agreement between the U.S. and Iran. However, signals of the Federal Reserve's strict monetary policy are limiting the precious metal's growth potential.
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Singapore's Exports Increased by 38.4%
Singapore's domestic exports grew 38.4% year-on-year in May. This is the highest growth rate in the past 20 years and exceeds analysts' forecasts.
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Turkey Refuses to Extend Oil Pipeline Agreement with Iran
Turkey has rejected Iraq's request to extend the Kirkuk-Ceyhan oil pipeline operating agreement for another year. The parties are currently negotiating the terms of a new contract.
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# Euro Rate Declined Following European Central Bank Decision
Despite the European Central Bank's increase in interest rates, the euro's exchange rate against the dollar declined. On Thursday, the euro's value fell by 0.15% and reached 1.1518 dollars.
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# Gold Price Dropped Sharply: Tensions with Iran and Inflation Expectations Behind It
The price of gold on international markets has declined to $4,200 per ounce. The price decrease is driven by the strengthening of the US dollar and expectations of a potential increase in interest rates.
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Intesa Sanpaolo Plans to Create One of Europe's Largest Banks Through 35-Billion Deal
Italy's largest bank, Intesa Sanpaolo, has made an offer worth €30.6 billion to acquire its competitor Monte dei Paschi di Siena (MPS). If the deal is completed, it will create one of the largest players in Europe's banking sector.
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Retail Sales in Italy Remained Unchanged in April
In Italy, retail sales showed no change month-on-month in April, although annual growth of 1.6% was recorded. Food sales increased slightly, while non-food product sales declined.
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# US Federal Reserve Considers Raising Interest Rates
The Federal Reserve, the central bank of the United States, faces economic challenges and difficult choices, as inflation levels have remained above target for years. According to Jeffrey Schmid, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City (Fed), the main question today is whether the regulatory body should exercise patience and maintain interest rates unchanged, or instead raise them to reduce inflation.
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# Oil Price Fluctuations and the Middle East Crisis: What's Happening on Global Markets?
After three days of continuous growth, crude oil prices on global markets fell sharply, mainly driven by a preliminary agreement reached on a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.
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The US Administration Plans to Resume Oil Project in California
Three ministers from U.S. President Donald Trump's administration are visiting the Sable oil project located off the California coast. The main topic of the meeting will be the project's renewal and the legal dispute with the state of California.
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# European Union Considers Maintaining Price Cap on Russian Oil
# EU Considers Maintaining Price Cap on Russian Oil
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# US Administration Plans to Finance Local Drone Manufacturing
The U.S. presidential administration is planning to provide financial support to American drone-manufacturing companies. This step aims to strengthen the role of unmanned aerial vehicles in the country's defense strategy.
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International Monetary Fund Welcomes Dialogue Between the United States and China
The International Monetary Fund Welcomes Dialogue Between the United States and China
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India Restricts Tariff-Free Gold Imports
# India Limits Duty-Free Gold Imports
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FTSE 100 Rose Despite Sharp Decline in Retail Sales
British stock indices rose despite weak economic data. The gains were supported by investor optimism regarding a potential reduction in the energy crisis and geopolitical tensions related to Iran.
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Gold Prices Fall - Rising Oil Prices Heighten Inflation Concerns
Gold prices declined because rising oil prices increased inflation expectations and sparked fears of interest rate hikes in the US. This is compounded by a strong dollar, which makes gold even more expensive for foreign buyers.
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The first Friday of each month is one of the most important days in US markets. Here's what NFP is and how currencies, gold, and stocks react to it.