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US Elections: Trump triumphs! What lies ahead for markets?
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06 Nov 01.33

US Elections: Trump triumphs! What lies ahead for markets?

And let’s not overlook the Federal Reserve’s meeting on Thursday.

Trump vs. Harris: How the next US president could impact global markets
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05 Nov 11.09

Trump vs. Harris: How US election results could impact global markets

Final guide: 4 potential scenarios in which the 2024 US Presidential Elections could rock global financial markets. We explore possible opportunities for traders and investors across FX, stock indexes, cryptos, and the crowd-favourite, gold.

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USDInd softens after stellar start to 2024
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04 JAN clock 11:09

USDInd softens after stellar start to 2024

After enjoying its best start to a calendar year since 1997, the US Dollar index was resisted around its 21-day simple moving average (SMA) and the top of a bear channel. This week's major events may determine whether the greenback's 2024 rebound can carry on.
USD index Dollar Euro Nonfarm Payrolls inflation Federal Reserve European Central Bank
EURUSD set for “golden cross” despite pullback
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03 JAN clock 13:25

EURUSD set for “golden cross” despite pullback

The last time we saw a "golden cross"  for EURUSD was in late-2022, before this FX pair went on to claim a 3.12% annual gain for 2023. For the more immediate term, 3 key events this week could lead to big price swings for the world's most-traded FX pair.
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2024 Preview: Potential Opportunities Ahead
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02 JAN clock 13:22

2024 Preview: Potential Opportunities Ahead

This new year could see massive changes by major central banks, the crypto sector, as well as the world's second largest economy. Such shifts on the global stage could bring about outsized market reactions. Here are 3 potential opportunities that may have plenty of room to run over the course of 2024.
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2023 Report Card: Here's how your favourite asset performed this year
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29 DEC clock 14:33

2023 Report Card: Here's how your favourite asset performed this year

Here's a snapshot of how the various asset classes offered by Alpari fared in 2023, with one particular instrument close to securing a 1,000% annual gain!
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Brent set for first yearly drop in 3 years
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28 DEC clock 14:48

Brent set for first yearly drop in 3 years

The global oil benchmark has been unable to keep its head above the psychologically-important $80/bbl line, for now. Stronger support may arrive as trading volumes are restored in the new year, provided the US dollar keeps moving lower on hopes for Fed rate cuts in 2024.
Brent Oil Middle East Israel-Hamas war
Gold steadies after record-high close!
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28 DEC clock 13:24

Gold steadies after record-high close!

Gold is now holding around its highest-ever closing price on record. Although this precious metal has struggled to stay above $2070 in recent years, there are enough reasons for bullion to pursue greater heights in 2024.
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