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The euro held its gains despite the release of weak economic data from the euro zone, returning to the rise today against the dollar after hitting a four-week h

Gold prices rose slightly during Friday's trading session, but the precious metal was headed for its worst monthly performance in 3 years.

European equities climbed in early trading on Wednesday amid optimism that the United States and China are edging closer to signing phase-one trade deal.

The prospect of signing “phase two” of the U.S.-China trade agreement is still elusive for the time being, amid efforts of the parties to conclude an agreement

Oil prices continued to trade lower for a third straight session on Wednesday, amid low hopes for a U.S.-China trade deal and as a jump in U.S. inventories rein

The U.S. dollar was little changed on Tuesday amid uncertainty about the China-U.S. trade agreement, as traders are waiting for clarity on the developments of (

Crude oil prices retreated after hitting a record high, as concerns surrounding the continued rise in oil supplies overshadowed optimism regarding potential tra

The New Zealand dollar rose against its U.S. counterpart on Wednesday after the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s decision to keep interest rates unchanged.

Gold prices fell during Tuesday trading, hitting the lowest level in three-and-a-half months, as investors await signs from U.S. President Donald Trump's speech

Oil prices fell nearly 1 percent in Monday trading, as concerns about progress in trade talks between the world's two largest economies were being made.

The Bank of England decided to hold its benchmark interest rate at 0.75 percent, but surprisingly two MPC members dissented calling for a rate cut.

The United States and China have agreed to eliminate some tariffs imposed by the parties on each other at various stages of the trade agreement, according to a

Oil prices added more than 1 percent on Tuesday, extending its rise for a third subsequent session, on hopes of trade deal and as OPEC hinted to declining produ

Asian shares closed on Monday on the highest level in 14 weeks, with renewed optimism about U.S.-China trade talks, where markets await the first speech from th

Gold prices fell slightly during Friday’s trading, but are heading for gains for a second week in a row, ahead of the announcement of U.S non-farm payrolls data

The Japanese yen rose against the U.S. dollar on Thursday as the Bank of Japan kept its monetary policy unchanged and the Federal Reserve slashed interest rates

European equities fluctuated on Wednesday trading, after concerns emerged that a possible trade deal between China and the United States could be delayed, while

Gold prices fell below the psychological level of $1500 an ounce during Tuesday’s trading session, as investors tended to acquire risky assets after rising opti

European stocks fluctuated in early trading on Monday, amid increased hopes for a trade deal between the United States and China, and Brexit developments later

European shares rose in early trading on Thursday, ahead of the European Central Bank policy meeting, and amid anticipation of Brexit developments.

European equities recovered earlier their losses on Tuesday amid hopes of a trade agreement between China and United States, where markets will keep their eyed

Oil prices fell in Monday trading session on fears of a slump in crude oil demand amid signs of global supply glut and slowdown in global economic growth.

The pound rose on Monday, surpassing $1.30, after Prime Minister Boris Johnson sent a letter requesting an extension to Article 50 while still pressing on Parli

Oil prices fluctuated during Friday's trading session in the wake of rising concerns about global demand after economic data showed the Chinese economy recorded

The pound hit a new five-month high on Thursday after the U.K. and EU said they have reached a Brexit deal, but it snapped some of its gains on worries the Brit

The pound retreated from five-month peak versus the U.S. dollar on Wednesday, amid worries that Brexit deal may fade ahead of another round of Brexit talks.

Gold prices rose during Wednesday’s trading, as global political and economic uncertainty gave some support to the precious metal as a safe haven.

Oil prices continued to fall for the second straight session on Tuesday, after incurring heavy losses in the previous session, amid weak data on the Chinese eco

The pound rose on Tuesday amid hopes that British Prime Minister Boris Johnson would strike a Brexit deal at an EU summit this week to avert a chaotic exit on O

Observers of global markets will be on track with a number of important economic data this week, led by growth data from the Chinese economy, as well as inflati

The U.S. dollar fell on Wednesday, amid lower chances of seeing a trade deal between the U.S. and China this week as tensions between the two sides simmered eve

The pound fell against the euro and other major currencies on Tuesday, following press reports that talks on Brexit are close to collapse after remarks from Ger

Asian shares rose on Tuesday, but investors sentiment remained cautious over the upcoming trade talks between Washington and Beijing later this weekend, especia

Financial markets will follow the latest developments in the US-China trade war, with a delegation from China coming to the United States this week for a new ro

Oil prices rose on Friday trading, but are heading for the biggest weekly losses since July amid fears of falling demand due to the contraction that faces the g

The U.S. dollar snapped its earlier gains on Thursday, amid concerns about recent signs of economic slowdown after a parade of pessimistic economic data from th

European equities fell in early trading on Wednesday due to decline in risk appetite in financial markets after the release of dismal factory reports from major

Oil prices extended its plunge on Monday, as trade war fears raised concerns about global crude demand and as Saudi Arabia continued to restore production.

After many of the world's central banks have either cut interest rates or launched economic stimulus programs, financial markets will be following a number of i

Gold prices fell in today's trading to complete three consecutive sessions of losses, as investors focused on the positive developments in U.S.-China trade talk

The resignation of Germany’s appointee to the board of the European Central Bank Sabine Lautenschlaeger from ECB on Wednesday raised concerns about ECB latest s

The U.S. dollar rose against a basket of major currencies on Thursday, hovering near its highest level in two weeks, ahead of the U.S. final second-quarter gros

European equities are on track for their worst fall in nearly six weeks on Wednesday, amid political turmoil after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi began measures aim

Oil prices fell during Tuesday's trading session, amid fears of slowdown in global demand after the release of dismal manufacturing reports overshadowed uncerta

After a week full of events, the indicators on Monday differed between the ups and downs of Asian shares as well as commodities such as gold and oil due to the

Gold prices rose during Friday's trading session, heading for the first weekly gain four weeks, recovering from losses recorded in the previous session, followi

The Bank of England opted to hold the benchmark interest rate at 0.75 percent while warned of Brexit uncertainty and trade war and there impact on the UK

The Japanese yen advanced versus the U.S. dollar on Thursday after the Bank of Japan opted to leave its monetary policy on hold.

The Federal Reserve decided at its meeting on Wednesday to cut interest rates, as expected in the markets, by a quarter percentage point, as the Bank seeks to s

The Pound sterling fell on Wednesday after the European Commission President, Jean-Claude Juncker remarks about the risks of no-deal Brexit on October 31.

European stock indexes fluctuated in early Tuesday trading, amid the melting geopolitical situation in the Middle East after the Saudi Aramco attack over the we

Oil prices rose nearly 9 percent on Monday after an attack on two oil facilities in Saudi Arabia halted production of 5.7 million barrels of crude equivalent to

After the ECB announced stimulus plans last week, financial markets will be closely watching the meetings of major central banks this week to see the direction

European stock indexes rebound at the start of trading on Friday, on track for the fourth straight week of gains, following a new stimulus package and easing me

At the beginning of the press conference, ECB President Mario Draghi has confirmed the central bank decision of cutting the deposit rate to -0.5 percent and ann

Asian stocks advanced to a six-week high on Thursday on hopes for a relief in U.S.-China trade standoff and expectations that the European Central Bank would ki

European equities rose on Wednesday's trading on optimism regarding trade talks, while euro was lower versus the US dollar ahead of ECB meeting on Thursday

Oil futures prices continued to rise for a fifth straight session on Tuesday, as expectations of production-cut extension by OPEC and other key oil producing co

The pound rose in today's trading due to the economic forecasts that showed that The UK economy grew more than analysts expected in July.

Gold prices fell during Friday's trading after the release of strong U.S. data and following positive trade developments between the United States and China

Global shares rallied on Thursday after most indices rose on the news of the U.S. agreement with China for a new round of trade talks next month, where also imp

Oil prices rose and recovered from lowest level in a month after a private survey showing that private sector activity in China grew at a three-month pace in Au

The pound sterling rose in early trading on Wednesday, as investors cautiously welcomed the success of British legislators in controlling parliament by trying t

The pound sterling hits the lowest level since October 2016 versus the U.S. dollar, amid expectations about early elections before the Brexit due on October 31

Oil prices fell after the continued trade war escalations between United States and China, which added to concerns about further slowdown in global growth and t

Most Asian stocks fell on Monday as result to new tariffs imposed by the American and Chinese sides and as Argentina Central bank limited dollar purchases

Eurozone inflation slightly in contrast to ECB target, increasing the likelihood of the ECB's trend towards a rate cut in the coming period.

Crude oil prices fall today to lose part of their gains, but continue on their way to their highest weekly high since October 2018.

Gold settles as U.S.-China trade war escalates beside the reversal of the yield curve has played a major role in raising fears of a near-recession

Sterling suffers from the news of parliamentary suspension, as doubts about the success of Brexit are on the horizon

Oil rises amid sharp decline in U.S. inventories, trade war bastards on oil market, as markets wait for more developments regarding the trade war.

Gold prices increases today as the sequence of the recent event of trade war impacted the performance of the precious metal

The trade war could be settled in the upcoming days according to the announcements made by the U.S president made during the G-7 meetings.

The U.S. dollar plunged from a three-week high on Friday after dovish remarks from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, which paved the way for more rate cut

OPEC’s market share of the world oil market has fallen to 30 percent, the lowest percentage in years, due to supply constraints and involuntary losses in Iran a

The Federal Open Market Committee minutes for July meeting showed that it was necessary to cut interest rates to avoid risks stemming from the too low inflation

Asian stocks fluctuated on Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest attack on China, ahead of minutes of the Federal Reserve's last meeting and the

Gold prices fell on Tuesday's trading session as the U.S dollar strengthened and the trade concerns calmed, while traders await the speech of Federal Reserve’s

The UK is in a state of uncertainty amid expectations that a new political storm will kick off when MPs return to Westminster next month.

European shares rose today supplementing gains from the previous sessions, as it completed Friday’s recovery, led by gains in Deutsche Bank, as U.S. President D

This week, financial markets will follow the FOMC minutes of the latest Federal Reserve meeting, in light of the divergence in interest rate cut in the coming p

Oil prices rose during Friday's trading, set for a weekly gain, driven by positive U.S. economic data, ahead of the disclosure of crude oil rigs data.

European shares dropped on Thursday, following overnight losses on Wall Street and sell off in most Asian indices, amidst fears surrounding the global economy f

The Australian dollar gained some support from economic data released today showing a better than forecast jobs added in July in Australia.

The Japanese yen continued to rise in currency markets as persisting geopolitical tensions prompted investors to turn to the Japanese currency as a safe-haven,

Markets will follow closely the major economic reports released this week from major economies to see the direction of central banks’ monetary policy in the com

The pound sterling dropped to new record lows versus the U.S dollar and euro after U.K. GDP data showed Britain’s economy reported its worst contraction since t

European stock indexes rose in early trading on Thursday, as investors turn to risky assets after a stronger-than-expected rise in Chinese exports and a stabili

Gold prices rose 1.3 percent on Wednesday to the highest level in more than six years in the absence of any signs of easing tense in the trade war between the t

Last week, the White House, represented by President Donald Trump, took a sharp tone on China as part of the so-called trade war, which led to the collapse of t

Oil prices fell in Wednesday trading as the market continued to be affected by the potential impact on the global economy, ahead of the Energy Information Admin

The Australian dollar rebounded moderately after the Reserve Bank of Australia left the interest rate without any change at 1 percent, as expected by analysts,

China's yuan fell more than one percent to an 11-year low on Monday as fears of a sharp escalation in the U.S.-China trade war are growing, leading to another c

Perhaps the most notable economic reports this week are the service sector data released in a number of major economies, while attention will remain focused on

Gold retreated from a two-week high on Friday, but the U.S. non-farm payrolls report may trigger more safety demand on the yellow metal, given the undergoing un

In a widely predicted move, the Federal Reserve opted to cut interest rates by 25 basis points to a range of 2%-2.25% to support the economy amidst the global s

The euro traded lower for the first time in three sessions on Wednesday after the release of downbeat data from the euro area that raised expectations the ECB w

The Bank of Japan kept its monetary policy unchanged on Tuesday but added a new tone in its monetary policy statement by saying it would resort to easing "witho

The British Pound extended its losses for third straight session, losing 1 percent against the US dollar on Monday, to hit its lowest level since mid-march 2017

After many central banks have either cut interest rates or launched economic stimulus programs, financial markets will be on track with the Federal Reserve's in

At the beginning of the press conference, ECB President Mario Draghi highlighted the softening global growth dynamics, weak international trade and weakness in

European stock indexes rose in early trading on Thursday, ahead of the European Central Bank interest rate decision and press conference by ECB Chief Mario Drag

The euro fell to a two-month low on Wednesday amid expectations that the European Central Bank could pave the way for monetary policy easing, especially after t

The U.S. dollar stabilized close to one-week high on Monday as investors are preparing for major central bank's decisions starting with the European Central Ban

European shares rose slightly in early trading on Monday, while Italian shares offset part of their losses after a sell-off driven by political tensions, ahead

Global market watchers will be following a number of important events and economic data this week as the European Central Bank will set interest rates, while hi

Gold prices fell on Wednesday as the dollar remained firm after upbeat U.S. retail sales data, yet losses were limited by hopes that the Federal Reserve would c

The pound fell against the US dollar on Tuesday, hovering close to its weakest level in six months, amid continuing concerns about Brexit, where the release of

The rise in the technology shares led the Nasdaq 100 to a new record high at the start of a week of corporate earnings, amid expectations the Federal Reserve wo

Most U.S. stocks finished in green on Thursday, with the Dow Jones hitting 27,000 points for the first time ever, on hopes of an interest rate cut by the Federa

The oil prices reached the highest level in six weeks on Thursday as oil rigs in the Gulf of Mexico were evacuated before a storm, ahead of release of OPEC's mo

According to the minutes of June 18-19 monetary policy meeting released on Wednesday, many Federal Reserve officials said they would be willing to cut interest

The European Commission (EC) lowered its estimate of the eurozone economic growth for 2020, but kept this year's outlook unchanged, while inflation slashed fore

Oil prices rose on Wednesday after sector data showed a decline in US crude oil stocks more than expected, reducing fears of oversupply, while senior US oil pro

The pound slumped to a new low on Tuesday on renewed Brexit concerns after the opposition Labor Party announced that the next British Prime Minister should pres

U.S. stocks traded lower on Monday, after Friday's jobs report that trimmed the market's hopes for a bold interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve, where Boeing

This week, financial markets will put the minutes of latest Federal Reserve policy meeting under scrutiny, especially after a number of major central banks have

Gold slipped on Friday after the release of upbeat U.S. jobs report that reduced the possibility of an interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve later this month

Oil prices fell more than 0.5 percent on Thursday on the back of data showing a lower than forecast drop in US crude stocks and concerns about the global econom

Government bond yields in most of the eurozone economies plunged to new record levels on Wednesday, after EU leaders agreed to appoint Christine Lagarde as the

US stocks slipped down afternoon but closed on a record higher for a second straight session on Tuesday, as news of proposed US tariffs on $4 billion worth of i

Gold prices dropped on Monday after opening on a downside gap as optimism regarding a potential trade agreement between the U.S. and China dented the appeal of

U.S. stocks closed modestly on Thursday, after four days of losses, as investors await further news on U.S. China trade relations from the G-20 meeting tomorrow

Gold prices fell during Thursday's trading, resuming its tumble for a second consecutive session, as investors turn their attention towards critical talks in th

Crude oil resumed its strong rebound on Wednesday, rising for the 7th consecutive session, to record its highest level in four weeks, amid expectations of a dro

U.S. stocks fell and the dollar rose on Tuesday after the recent comments by the Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, in addition to the rising trade tension

Gold rose more than one percent on Tuesday, before snapping part of the gains, but prices remained near the highest level in six years as the dollar falls to th

US Stocks were mixed on Monday as the losses in the health care sector stocks was dwarfed by the gains in the technology shares, where investors are waiting for

US stocks closed high on Thursday after the Federal Reserve hinted at possible interest rate cut as soon as next month

The Bank of England (BoE) nine-member monetary policy committee have voted unanimously to keep interest rates at the current levels of 0.75 percent, matching ma

The Federal Reserve kept its interest rates unchanged at the monetary policy meeting held on Wednesday, but noted the central bank's willingness to cut interest

The British pound surged for a second straight session on Thursday after U.K. inflation data came in line with expectations and supported the Bank of England to

The US dollar moved lower against its major counterparts on Wednesday, as investors await the outcome of the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy meeting.

Gold prices continued to fall on Monday after hitting the highest level in 14 months on Friday, with the dollar hovering near two-week high ahead of the Federal

The most important event that may affect the movements of major currencies this week will be the Federal Reserve monetary policy meeting

The Swiss franc strengthened versus major currencies after the Swiss National Bank (SNB) opted to maintain its current monetary policy, where it has remained fi

Oil prices tumbled for a third straight session on Wednesday on weaker oil demand outlook, soar in U.S. crude inventories and bearishness in sentiment.

The U.S. dollar snapped its earlier gains on Tuesday after President Donald Trump’s criticism to the Federal Reserve and as low inflation triggered expectations

The Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday that the government will respond with strong determination if the United States insisted on escalating trade tensio

U.S. stocks managed to finish higher on Monday, trailing gains in Europe, after President Donald Trump decided to delay tariffs on Mexico.

Gold prices fell during Monday's trading, retreating from the highest level recorded in 14 months, as the US-Mexico deal cut demand on the precious metal as a s

Markets will continue to follow the latest trade crisis between the United States and China after the conflict between the two sides has intensified over the pa

Amid the escalating trade dispute between the United States and China, eyes will focus on the Group of 20 meeting this weekend in Japan's Fukuoka city.

Draghi started his press conference by highlighting the risks stemming from global headwinds

The most important reports this week are the monthly U.S. jobs report and the European Central Bank's monetary policy meeting

Oil prices fell on Thursday amid concerns about the global economic slowdown due to the trade war between the United States and China

Gold prices fell on Thursday as the lingering trading war between the United States and China supported demand on bonds and the U.S. dollar at the expense of go

Oil prices fell by more than 1 percent on Wednesday due to fears that the trade war between China and the United States could lead to a global economic slowdown

US stocks declined on Tuesday, as the escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and

European stocks showed a slight drop on Tuesday, following gains generated on Monday, as banks led losses amid concerns regarding Italy’s budget deficit

British Prime Minister Theresa May said on Friday that she would step down from the government and the Conservative Party on June 7

The euro traded near its lowest level in four weeks on Thursday, as the slowdown in euro area economic activities added to trade war concerns.

Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged and indicated that there was no immediate need to cut interest rates, according to the FOMC minutes

US Stocks jumped higher on Tuesday as the U.S. temporarily eased restrictions on Chinese telecom giant Huawei, placing the market on track after losing for two

European shares gained on Tuesday, trailing gains in Asia, clawing back Monday’s sharp losses on optimism after easing of U.S. trade restrictions on Huawei

Markets will continue to focus on the latest update regarding US-China trade talks and minutes of the Federal Reserve meeting

US stocks saw a significant gains by the end of Thursday’s session despite trade dispute, while the dollar climbed to two-week high

Risks of a "No Deal" Brexit rose on Thursday sending the British pound to its lowest level in several months against the euro and the dollar.

Gold prices fell on Thursday as it faced resistance near the psychological level of $1,300 an ounce, while Washington’s imposed sanctions on China's Huawei

U.S. dollar index fluctuated on Wednesday after the release of mixed economic data and as after the United States said it would delay imposing tariffs on auto i

Crude oil prices fluctuated on Wednesday Data on due the rise in U.S. crude inventories, disappointing Chinese industrial report and the ongoing trade tensions

European shares fell on Wednesday after a rebound on Tuesday, despite US president Donald Trump's softer tone over the lingering trade tensions

Gold prices retreated after hitting their highest level in the month on Tuesday as the latest tweets from President Donald Trump calmed market tensions.

Oil prices rose on Tuesday as the United States and China made conciliatory remarks at the trade talks, suggesting that their collapse might be avoided

Gold prices held gains on Friday, headed for a weekly gain, on safety demand after the U.S. raised tariffs on Chinese goods

Global shares dipped on Wednesday as the escalating trade war between the U.S. and China drifted investors’ attention away from risky assets

European shares traded in red on Tuesday amid fading hopes of a US-China trade deal after the latest threats from President Donald Trump to hike tariffs on Chin

The most prominent economic events this week are the continuation of trade talks between the United States and China in Washington as well as the release of US

The Bank of England has voted unanimously to leave UK interest rates unchanged at 0.75 percent, amidst the undergoing Brexit uncertainty

This week, financial markets will focus on the monthly U.S. jobs report as well as monetary policy meetings by both the Federal Reserve and the Bank of England

The Japanese yen strengthened against major currencies on Thursday after the Bank of Japan gave a clear forward guidance regarding holding low interest rates

Gold continued to hover near its lowest level in four months on Wednesday as a better than forecast Chinese growth report

Participants in financial markets will once again focus on the most important economic reports from major economies this week

Worries over global economy slowdown prevailed on Thursday ahead of the kick off of the IMF meeting

Draghi said risks to the eurozone economy remain to the downside and details of the new TLTRO will be given at a forthcoming meeting

Gold prices rose for the second day in a row on Tuesday, amid concerns about the US imposition of new tariffs on $11 billion of EU products

Perhaps the most prominent economic event this week will be the European Central Bank's monetary policy meeting and the Federal Reserve’s minutes

Perhaps the most important reports this week will be the monthly U.S. nonfarm payrolls and the Purchasing Managers’ Index

The euro widened its losses on Thursday after a report showing economic confidence in the euro are fell for nine straight months in March.

Global market watchers will track the resumption of US-China trade talks, as well as another Parliamentary vote on Brexit deal

Gold hit its highest level in three weeks on Thursday after a dovish stance from the Federal Reserve pushed the U.S. dollar to a seven-week bottom overnight

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