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Brent jumps ~3% on US sanctions & supply fears
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18 Apr 11.07

Brent jumps ~3% on US sanctions & supply fears

Brent surged past $67 as US sanctions on Iran and OPEC+ cuts tightened supply. Despite a 5% weekly gain, demand concerns from slowing economies cap further upside.

Gold retracts from its all-time high
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18 Apr 10.43

Gold retracts from its all-time high

Gold retreated from record highs as investors cashed in gains amid shifting trade tensions. Fed caution and US-China talks keep markets on edge.

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NAS100 extends declines as death-cross & tarrifs collide
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NAS100 extends declines as death-cross & tarrifs collide

The NAS100 has plunged over 25% from its peak, hitting lows not seen since January 2024, amid rising global trade tensions and the formation of a bearish death cross. With China’s tariffs spiking to 84% and key FOMC minutes due, volatility is expected to intensify.
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This Week: Markets rattle as tariff war fears escalate
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This Week: Markets rattle as tariff war fears escalate

Markets plunged after President Trump’s tariff hike, sparking fears of a global recession or stagflation. Key events this week may intensify volatility in US assets and global markets.
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Why investors flock to gold and other safe havens?
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Why investors flock to gold and other safe havens?

Alpari explores the appeal that safe haven assets including metals and certain currencies have for traders during volatile times, and how to trade these assets.
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Brent has slid to $70.00 per barrel
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Brent has slid to $70.00 per barrel

Brent crude fell ~6% to $70 per barrel due to OPEC+ supply hikes and fears of a global trade war sparked by US tariffs.
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XAUUSD surged to record high after Trump’s tariff announcement!
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XAUUSD surged to record high after Trump’s tariff announcement!

President Trump signed a "reciprocal tariffs" policy, escalating risks of a global trade war. Stock markets reacted negatively, while XAUUSD surged to a record high as investors sought safe-haven assets.
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Could JPY be the secret weapon against tariff chaos?
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Could JPY be the secret weapon against tariff chaos?

USDJPY has been consolidating within a symmetrical triangle since August 2024, with key resistance and support levels to watch ahead of potential tariff announcements. Amid uncertainty, investors may turn to the JPY as a safe-haven asset.
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