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Gold prices react to US inflation, more data ahead

Unexpected rebound in inflation impacts gold prices.

Gold prices stabilize as investors await US economic data. [ more ]

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London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

1 week ago

Macro trader: Policy support remains strong

Supportive monetary policy reinforces market trends, central bank 'put' in play. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

1 day ago

Gold prices rise on weaker US dollar, awaiting crucial CPI data

Gold prices rise on weakened US dollar and subdued Treasury yields, influenced by Fed Chair Powell's inflation outlook. [ more ]

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How can the United States and the EU tame inflation? DW 05/02/2024

Central banks are holding interest rates steady despite previous expectations of rate cuts due to rising inflation worldwide. [ more ]

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Global Growth Forecast Is Lifted but Risks Loom, O.E.C.D. Says

Global inflation is starting to cool and economies are recovering, but risks lie ahead due to uneven speed of rebound and geopolitical tensions. [ more ]

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Has inflation been tamed or not? DW 05/02/2024

Central banks hesitating to cut interest rates due to rising inflation. US Fed and ECB facing challenges in achieving target inflation rates. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Gold prices stagnate ahead of Fed meeting

Gold prices stayed subdued due to reduced geopolitical concerns and caution ahead of Fed meeting. [ more ]

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ReadWrite

19 hours ago

Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin surges 7.5% as global central banks ease

Bitcoin surged over 7.5% to $66,250, driven by weak U.S. economic data and global central banks signaling monetary policy easing. [ more ]

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Bank of England, Fed and ECB poised to leave interest rates on hold

The US Federal Reserve, Bank of England, and European Central Bank are expected to keep interest rates on hold this week.

Financial markets expect interest rates to be cut next year due to cooling inflation and high borrowing costs. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

3 weeks ago

Is gold really expensive already?

Contrasts in the gold market with extreme highs and lows, potential for reaching $3,000 per ounce, shifts in demand from central banks and investors. [ more ]

Coindesk

Here Are 3 Charts Supporting the Bull Case for Bitcoin

The global central bank tightening cycle that affected financial markets last year has peaked.

Bitcoin's price has risen by 120% this year, with expectations for further gains due to SEC approval of crypto ETFs and the upcoming Bitcoin halving.

Macroeconomic factors are turning positive, supporting the bullish case for Bitcoin. [ more ]

Coindesk

1 month ago

Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin, Ether in the Green as Global Easing Cycle Begins

Asia's business week opened with major cryptocurrencies in the green, CD20 up 5%

Global easing cycle initiated by Swiss National Bank influenced market positivity [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

2 months ago

Dollar under pressure, yen weakens, pound continues recovery

The dollar index faced pressure from poor economic reports and central bank signals.

Market focus shifted to upcoming events, potentially increasing dollar volatility. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

4 months ago

Market insights week

U.S. stock markets marked their seventh consecutive week of gains, with the Dow reaching an all-time high.

Small-cap stocks, particularly the Russell 2000 Index, outperformed and exited bear market territory.

European markets saw gains, driven by anticipation of central bank rate cuts in 2024. [ more ]

Coindesk

4 months ago

SpirosMargaris 5 months ago

What Is a Central Bank Digital Currency? A Brief Guide to CBDCs

CBDCs are blockchain-based digital forms of fiat currency issued and managed by central banks.

CBDCs differ from cryptocurrencies as they are centralized and controlled by central banks, allowing for actions such as freezing funds and incentivizing spending. [ more ]

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#Skepticism of #DigitalCurrency Needs to Be Taken Seriously

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Opinion | Skepticism of Digital Currency Needs to Be Taken Seriously

Central banks are moving towards introducing digital forms of cash, but there is concern that it could lead to government control and surveillance.

Some individuals and politicians fear that a digital currency would replace paper money and give governments the ability to track and control spending. [ more ]

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Opinion | Skepticism of Digital Currency Needs to Be Taken Seriously

Central banks are moving towards introducing digital forms of cash, but there is concern that it could lead to government control and surveillance.

Some individuals and politicians fear that a digital currency would replace paper money and give governments the ability to track and control spending. [ more ]

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