EUR/USD stabilizes near 1.1700, looks to post weekly losses

EUR/USD stabilizes near 1.1700, looks to post weekly losses

EUR/USD clings to modest gains near 1.1700 on Friday. Earlier in the day, the data from Germany showed that IFO - Current Assessment Index for April declined to 85.4 from 86.7 in March, limiting the Euro's gains. In the absence of US data releases, investors will keep a close eye on headlines surrounding the conflict in the Middle East.

GBP/USD recovers toward 1.3500 as markets remain choppy

GBP/USD recovers toward 1.3500 as markets remain choppy

GBP/USD rebounds from session lows and closes in on 1.3500 in the second half of the day on Friday as investors largely ignore mixed UK Retail Sales data for March. The cautious market stance amid the persistent uncertainty regarding the US-Iran talks could limit the pair's upside in the near term.

Gold recovers above $4,700 but struggles to gather momentum

Gold recovers above $4,700 but struggles to gather momentum

Gold trades modestly higher on the day above $4,700 after having touched a fresh 10-day low below $4,660 earlier in the day, but looks to end the week in negative territory. Intensifying US-Iran tensions over the Strait of Hormuz and the lack of progress in peace talks keep investors on edge. Moreover, reviving inflationary fears temper expectations for a more dovish US Federal Reserve and underpin the US Dollar, which is seen weighing on the yellow metal.

Aave upside capped below $100 as DeFi rallies to support KelpDAO recovery

Aave upside capped below $100 as DeFi rallies to support KelpDAO recovery

Aave trades around $93.33 as of writing on Friday, as the liquidity crunch within decentralized finance (DeFi) continues to ripple in the sector following Sunday’s exploit on KelpDAO. The token’s upside appears limited below $100.00, while bulls hold firmly above $90.00 support, confining the price in a tight range.

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Why does Bitcoin seem not to care about the Middle East War?

Why does Bitcoin seem not to care about the Middle East War?

The Iran war has messed many assets, with one notable exception: Bitcoin. The price of the main crypto has been surprisingly resilient in the past few weeks and way less volatile than other assets considered risky, such as US equities.

Kevin Warsh: To please or not to please President Trump

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United States President Donald Trump’s nominee to succeed Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve Chair, Kevin Warsh, faced senators, and there was no subtlety. When directly asked if he believes his nomination was directly linked to Trump’s “obsession” with lower rates, the answer was no surprise.

HSBC, OCBC predictions for Gold: Buy the dip

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Zcash gains momentum as bulls eye 12% upside move

Zcash gains momentum as bulls eye 12% upside move

Zcash is grinding up above $355 at the time of writing on Friday, shrugging off emerging headwinds in the broader crypto market. The privacy-oriented token tested support at $300 on Sunday, allowing bulls to increase their risk exposure and build momentum for the current gains.

XRP holds fragile support as weak ETF flows cap recovery

XRP holds fragile support as weak ETF flows cap recovery

Ripple exhibits technical weakness, trading around $1.43 at the time of writing on Friday. Prices across the crypto market appear pressured amid buyer exhaustion following the early-week gains driven by the extension of the US-Iran ceasefire on Tuesday.

Crypto Today: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP ease amid cooling retail demand

Crypto Today: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP ease amid cooling retail demand

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Newmont Q1 earnings: Taking a look at key metrics versus estimates

Newmont Q1 earnings: Taking a look at key metrics versus estimates

Newmont Corporation (NEM) reported $7.31 billion in revenue for the quarter ended March 2026, representing a year-over-year increase of 45.9%. EPS of $2.90 for the same period compares to $1.25 a year ago.

Nasdaq 100 rebound looks strong… or is it just a trap?

Nasdaq 100 rebound looks strong… or is it just a trap?

The Nasdaq 100 spent the past few sessions recovering strongly from its November lows, rebounding from 24,307 and climbing back into the 25,100–25,150 mid-range zone. While the candles look convincing, the broader picture reveals a different story: the index remains trapped inside a 4H range structure.


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EUR/USD: War and central banks in the limelight

EUR/USD: War and central banks in the limelight Premium

The EUR/USD pair ended a three-week winning streak and settled below the 1.1700 mark as the US Dollar strengthened amid Middle East uncertainty.

Will reopening Hormuz fix the energy market? Not really

Will reopening Hormuz fix the energy market? Not really Premium

Friday’s announcement that the Strait of Hormuz had reopened was enough to trigger a visible relief move in Oil prices. But the subsequent closure quickly reminded markets that headlines can change quickly, but energy normalization takes much longer. For Oil prices, one thing is clear: a reopening of Hormuz can ease market panic, but it cannot instantly bring barrels back.
Bitcoin: Market structure shifts to bullish

Bitcoin: Market structure shifts to bullish

Bitcoin looks set for a fourth consecutive week of gains, hinting at a bullish market structure as it faces resistance at the $80,000 psychological level.

Week ahead – Geopolitics, central bank meetings and earnings test market resilience

Week ahead – Geopolitics, central bank meetings and earnings test market resilience

Middle East developments drive market sentiment as negotiations appear to have stalled. An action-packed week ahead, with key GDP prints, central bank meetings and pivotal US earnings. US Dollar rebound to be tested if ME newsflow improves and/or ECB and BoE turn hawkish.



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