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US inflation edges higher

Inflation concerns persist globally, as U.S. inflation ticks up and central bankers in Europe caution on growth and policy impacts.

S&P breaks 6,000, Bitcoin tops $81K

Bitcoin: Surges past $81,000, driven by pro-crypto Trump stance and supportive lawmakers

Trump victory ignites market surge as stocks, dollar, and yields soar

Donald Trump's victory drove US stocks, the dollar, and Treasury yields higher, as investors bet on a revival of pro-growth policies.

Trump wins: market reacts to red sweep

he U.S. Dollar strengthened significantly, rising about 1.5% as investors adjusted their positions in response to the election outcome

US job growth slows to lowest rate since 2020

The U.S. economy added just 12,000 jobs in October, well below market expectations of 113,000 and following downward revisions to previous months, as hurricanes and strike actions weighed on hiring across key sectors

U.S. growth slows, Eurozone surprises in Q3

The U.S. economy grew by 2.8% in Q3, slightly under expectations, while strong consumer spending and a resilient job market supported growth. In Europe, Germany’s inflation rose to 2%, and Eurozone GDP grew by 0.4%, with both Germany and France exceeding forecasts.

Market awaits key data today as gold rebounds.

Today's economic calendar features consumer sentiment indicators and trade balance data, with markets awaiting U.S. Consumer Confidence and JOLTS Job Openings for further insights into the economy

Political shift lifts USD/JPY as Japan's ruling party loses ground

Mixed start with strong USD driven by rising yields and Fed rate cut expectations

USD/JPY climbs, eyes on Japan's response.

Today's focus includes the US Crude Oil inventory report, ECB speeches, and major corporate earnings

Gold extends record-breaking rally, China lowers rates

The People's Bank of China slashed key lending rates, with the 1-year LPR at 3.1% and the 5-year LPR at 3.6%. Meanwhile, gold prices continued their record-breaking rally, driven by rising geopolitical tensions