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China's Caixin Manufacturing PMI falls to 50.1 in January vs. 50.5 expected
China's Caixin Manufacturing PMI falls to 50.1 in January vs. 50.5 expected
By Fxstreet
China's Caixin Manufacturing PMI falls to 50.1 in January vs. 50.5 expected
China's Caixin Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) dropped to 50.1 in January from December’s 50.5, the latest data showed on Thursday.
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Australia’s Retail Sales decline 0.1 % MoM in December vs. -0.7% expected
Australia’s Retail Sales decline 0.1 % MoM in December vs. -0.7% expected
By Fxstreet
Australia’s Retail Sales decline 0.1 % MoM in December vs. -0.7% expected
Australia’s Retail Sales, a measure of the country’s consumer spending, declined 0.1% MoM in December, compared to an increase of 0.8% in November, the official data published by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) showed on Monday.
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BoJ Summary of Opinions: Member sees rising price trend towards 2% target
BoJ Summary of Opinions: Member sees rising price trend towards 2% target
By Fxstreet
BoJ Summary of Opinions: Member sees rising price trend towards 2% target
The Bank of Japan (BoJ) published the Summary of Opinions from its January monetary policy meeting, with the key findings noted below.
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Deribit, Sterling Trading Tech, Finalto, and More: Executive Moves of the Week
Deribit, Sterling Trading Tech, Finalto, and More: Executive Moves of the Week
By Finance Magnates
Deribit, Sterling Trading Tech, Finalto, and More: Executive Moves of the Week
In this week's executive moves roundup, Jean-David Péquignot to lead Deribit's Global Commercial Strategy; Sterling Trading enlists Chris Contrino to boost Global Growth; Finalto's Group CEO Matthe...
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Weekly Briefing: Is Prop Trading Facing Arbitrage Manipulation? XTB 2024 Results, and More
Weekly Briefing: Is Prop Trading Facing Arbitrage Manipulation? XTB 2024 Results, and More
By Finance Magnates
Weekly Briefing: Is Prop Trading Facing Arbitrage Manipulation? XTB 2024 Results, and More
Two Brokers, One Brand, But Why? Starting off our weekly news update is an interesting case of two brokers fighting for the same brand.
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These Trading Sites Lack Licenses, Cyprus Regulator Warns
These Trading Sites Lack Licenses, Cyprus Regulator Warns
By Finance Magnates
These Trading Sites Lack Licenses, Cyprus Regulator Warns
The Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) issued a warning about a new list of online trading platforms operating without authorization.
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ECB President Dismisses Bitcoin as EU Reserve amid CNB's $7B Proposal
ECB President Dismisses Bitcoin as EU Reserve amid CNB's $7B Proposal
By Finance Magnates
ECB President Dismisses Bitcoin as EU Reserve amid CNB's $7B Proposal
European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde stated that Bitcoin (BTC) is unlikely to be adopted as a reserve asset by EU banks.
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Fed's Goolsbee: Policy uncertainties might affect prices
Fed's Goolsbee: Policy uncertainties might affect prices
By Fxstreet
Fed's Goolsbee: Policy uncertainties might affect prices
In an interview with CNBC on Friday, Federal Reserve (Fed) Bank of Chicago President Austan Goolsbee said that he has comfort that they are on the path to 2% inflation, per Reuters.
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CTA selling activity in crude oil markets to run out of steam – TDS
CTA selling activity in crude oil markets to run out of steam – TDS
By Fxstreet
CTA selling activity in crude oil markets to run out of steam – TDS
In most scenarios for price action, we expect that CTA selling activity in **crude oil** markets will run out of steam, TDS' Senior Commodity Strategist Daniel Ghali notes.
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Energy
Banks
Fed's Bowman: Future moves should be cautious and gradual
Fed's Bowman: Future moves should be cautious and gradual
By Fxstreet
Fed's Bowman: Future moves should be cautious and gradual
Federal Reserve governor Michelle Bowman said on Friday that rate cuts are still expected this year but added that future moves should that be cautious and gradual, with time to assess data, per Reuters.
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The First Gala of IUX: A Celebration of Success and Partnership
The First Gala of IUX: A Celebration of Success and Partnership
By Finance Magnates
The First Gala of IUX: A Celebration of Success and Partnership
The exclusive event served as a celebration of the success of IUX Affiliates.
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How Outlight Makes Big-League Investing Easy
How Outlight Makes Big-League Investing Easy
By Finance Magnates
How Outlight Makes Big-League Investing Easy
Outlight offers the tools to transform data into actionable insights, making it the L2 for data-driven investments.
CAD slips, but steadies on tariff news – Scotiabank
CAD slips, but steadies on tariff news – Scotiabank
By Fxstreet
CAD slips, but steadies on tariff news – Scotiabank
The Canadian Dollar (CAD) slid briefly in response to yesterday’s tariff headlines, making a new cycle low against the USD near 1.46 before recovering slightly.
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NVIDIA’s Stock Plunge: Investors Panic as DeepSeek Disrupts
NVIDIA’s Stock Plunge: Investors Panic as DeepSeek Disrupts
By Finance Magnates
NVIDIA’s Stock Plunge: Investors Panic as DeepSeek Disrupts
NVIDIA’s stock plummets as investors fear China’s DeepSeek could upend AI markets. The fallout raises big questions about U.S. chip export policies.
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SEC Clears Bitwise Bitcoin-Ethereum ETF, Awaiting S-1 Clearance for Trading
SEC Clears Bitwise Bitcoin-Ethereum ETF, Awaiting S-1 Clearance for Trading
By Finance Magnates
SEC Clears Bitwise Bitcoin-Ethereum ETF, Awaiting S-1 Clearance for Trading
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the 19B-4 filing for Bitwise’s Bitcoin-Ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF).
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ECB’s Muller: It is realistic for inflation to be near 2% by the middle of this year
ECB’s Muller: It is realistic for inflation to be near 2% by the middle of this year
By Fxstreet
ECB’s Muller: It is realistic for inflation to be near 2% by the middle of this year
European Central Bank (ECB) policymaker Madis Muller said on Friday that “it is realistic for inflation to be near 2% by the middle of this year.” “Rates are nearing the point where they won't curb investment,” Muller added.
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FOMC: Powell sounded more dovish at the post-meeting press conference – OCBC
FOMC: Powell sounded more dovish at the post-meeting press conference – OCBC
By Fxstreet
FOMC: Powell sounded more dovish at the post-meeting press conference – OCBC
The Committee decided to maintain the target range for the Fed funds rate at 4.25-4.50% at the January meeting; the decision was unanimous, OCBC's FX Frances Cheung and Christopher Wong analysts note.
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The Ultima Showdown: Two Brokers, One Brand
The Ultima Showdown: Two Brokers, One Brand
By Finance Magnates
The Ultima Showdown: Two Brokers, One Brand
Offshore broker BCS Markets (formerly BCS Forex), a part of the Russian financial conglomerate BrokerCreditService and a sister brand of the Russian-licensed forex dealer BCS-Forex, appears to have...
German Retail Sales decline 1.6% in December vs. +0.2% expected
German Retail Sales decline 1.6% in December vs. +0.2% expected
By Fxstreet
German Retail Sales decline 1.6% in December vs. +0.2% expected
Retail Sales in Germany declined by 1.6% on a monthly basis in December, Destatis reported on Friday.
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BOJ’s Ueda: Underlying inflation is still somewhat below 2%
BOJ’s Ueda: Underlying inflation is still somewhat below 2%
By Fxstreet
BOJ’s Ueda: Underlying inflation is still somewhat below 2%
Bank of Japan (BoJ) Governor Kazuo Ueda said on Friday that underlying inflation is still somewhat below 2%.
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Japan
Macroeconomics
Kraken Brings Back Staking Services in the US as Regulatory Pressure Eases
Kraken Brings Back Staking Services in the US as Regulatory Pressure Eases
By Finance Magnates
Kraken Brings Back Staking Services in the US as Regulatory Pressure Eases
The crypto landscape in the U.S. is shifting once again, and Kraken is seizing the moment. The exchange has reintroduced on-chain staking for American customers, marking a major comeback after regu...
XTB Reports 15% Revenue Jump, New Clients Increase Nearly 60%
XTB Reports 15% Revenue Jump, New Clients Increase Nearly 60%
By Finance Magnates
XTB Reports 15% Revenue Jump, New Clients Increase Nearly 60%
XTB closed 2024 on a high note, delivering strong financial and operational results. The online brokerage firm also experienced a surge in new clients, adding nearly 500,000 over the year, a 59.
SEC Approves Tradeweb’s TW SEF as Security-Based Swap Execution Facility
SEC Approves Tradeweb’s TW SEF as Security-Based Swap Execution Facility
By Finance Magnates
SEC Approves Tradeweb’s TW SEF as Security-Based Swap Execution Facility
The SEC has approved Tradeweb's TW SEF LLC registration as a security-based swap execution facility (SBSEF) under Regulation SE.
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NAGA Boosts Crypto Trading With New CFD Offering
NAGA Boosts Crypto Trading With New CFD Offering
By Finance Magnates
NAGA Boosts Crypto Trading With New CFD Offering
NAGA launched a new feature to enhance the accessibility of crypto CFD trading. Dubbed CryptoX, the new platform promises to eliminate overnight fees on long positions offers real-time market expos...
easyMarkets Q4 2024: Crypto Trading Volumes Triple as Bitcoin and Nasdaq100 Lead
easyMarkets Q4 2024: Crypto Trading Volumes Triple as Bitcoin and Nasdaq100 Lead
By Finance Magnates
easyMarkets Q4 2024: Crypto Trading Volumes Triple as Bitcoin and Nasdaq100 Lead
easyMarkets saw a sharp rise in crypto trading in the Q4 of 2024, with Bitcoin surpassing $100K. This price surge drove strong interest from traders.
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Lagarde speech: There is no stagflation
Lagarde speech: There is no stagflation
By Fxstreet
Lagarde speech: There is no stagflation
Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank (ECB), explains the ECB's decision to lower key rates by 25 basis points at the January policy meeting and responds to questions from the press.
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Lagarde speech: Confident that inflation will hit target in 2025
Lagarde speech: Confident that inflation will hit target in 2025
By Fxstreet
Lagarde speech: Confident that inflation will hit target in 2025
Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank (ECB), explains the ECB's decision to lower key rates by 25 basis points at the January policy meeting and responds to questions from the press.
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CentralBanks
Lagarde speech: Risk of greater friction in global trade could weigh on Euro area growth
Lagarde speech: Risk of greater friction in global trade could weigh on Euro area growth
By Fxstreet
Lagarde speech: Risk of greater friction in global trade could weigh on Euro area growth
Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank (ECB), explains the ECB's decision to lower key rates by 25 basis points at the January policy meeting and responds to questions from the press.
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CentralBanks
Lagarde speech: If trade tensions don't escalate, exports should support recovery
Lagarde speech: If trade tensions don't escalate, exports should support recovery
By Fxstreet
Lagarde speech: If trade tensions don't escalate, exports should support recovery
Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank (ECB), explains the ECB's decision to lower key rates by 25 basis points at the January policy meeting and responds to questions from the press.
ECB
CentralBanks
Former Westpac and Barclays Executive to Lead Deribit's Global Commercial Strategy
Former Westpac and Barclays Executive to Lead Deribit's Global Commercial Strategy
By Finance Magnates
Former Westpac and Barclays Executive to Lead Deribit's Global Commercial Strategy
The cryptocurrency derivatives exchange Deribit, has appointed Jean-David Péquignot as Chief Commercial Officer (CMO). His experience, gained at some of the world's largest banks, including Barclays.
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A break below 153.35 for USD/JPY is going to be a bearish signal – Rabobank
A break below 153.35 for USD/JPY is going to be a bearish signal – Rabobank
By Fxstreet
A break below 153.35 for USD/JPY is going to be a bearish signal – Rabobank
The JPY has extended its better tone today, reinforcing its position as the best performing G10 currency on a 1 day, 5 day and month-to-date view, Rabobank's FX analyst Jane Foley notes.
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Premium Trading Tools and Resources with T4Trade
Premium Trading Tools and Resources with T4Trade
By Finance Magnates
Premium Trading Tools and Resources with T4Trade
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Energy Markets: Europe's carbon and power markets in turmoil – Rabobank
Energy Markets: Europe's carbon and power markets in turmoil – Rabobank
By Fxstreet
Energy Markets: Europe's carbon and power markets in turmoil – Rabobank
The European Union’s carbon market has started the year strong, with prices rising above €82/t CO2e on several occasions after falling to an average of €67/t CO2e in 2024.
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Energy
Gas
Banks
Ripple Lawsuit Could Be Key Topic in SEC’s Closed-Door Meeting as XRPUSD Consolidates
Ripple Lawsuit Could Be Key Topic in SEC’s Closed-Door Meeting as XRPUSD Consolidates
By Finance Magnates
Ripple Lawsuit Could Be Key Topic in SEC’s Closed-Door Meeting as XRPUSD Consolidates
The US SEC is holding a closed-door meeting today. The meeting will include discussions on litigation claims, settlements, enforcement actions.
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Sterling Trading Tech Snaps Up Former Fidessa Exec to Fuel Global Growth
Sterling Trading Tech Snaps Up Former Fidessa Exec to Fuel Global Growth
By Finance Magnates
Sterling Trading Tech Snaps Up Former Fidessa Exec to Fuel Global Growth
Sterling Trading Tech, a provider of trading technology solutions, announced the appointment of Chris Contrino to its business development team.
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Trading Technologies
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Why Is Bitcoin Going Up Today? BTC Price Surges After Trump Media and Fed Decisions
Why Is Bitcoin Going Up Today? BTC Price Surges After Trump Media and Fed Decisions
By Finance Magnates
Why Is Bitcoin Going Up Today? BTC Price Surges After Trump Media and Fed Decisions
Bitcoin surges past $105K after the Fed’s interest rate decision and Trump Media's crypto push. Will BTC hit $117K soon? Explore key factors driving Bitcoin's price rally and future predictions.
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Base metals inventories rise due to weak consumption – ING
Base metals inventories rise due to weak consumption – ING
By Fxstreet
Base metals inventories rise due to weak consumption – ING
The latest data from the Shanghai Futures Exchange (SHFE) shows that weekly inventories for most of the base metals rose over the reporting week primarily due to weak consumption just ahead of the Lunar New Year holidays, ING's commodity experts Ewa Manthey and Warren Patterson note.
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USD: Fed does not move the needle – ING
USD: Fed does not move the needle – ING
By Fxstreet
USD: Fed does not move the needle – ING
The US Dollar (USD) failed to hold very modest gains from the initially hawkish-sounding FOMC statement. Subsequent clarification comments from Chair Jay Powell through the press conference saw both USD rates and the dollar hand back those gains, ING's FX analyst Chris Turner notes.
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Aluminum climbs as EU readies ban on Russian imports – ING
Aluminum climbs as EU readies ban on Russian imports – ING
By Fxstreet
Aluminum climbs as EU readies ban on Russian imports – ING
Aluminum rose in yesterday’s trading after reports of the EU proposing a phased ban on imports of Russian Aluminum to the bloc. The proposal calls for an import quota for a year before the complete ban comes into effect.
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Commodities
Banks
This €100B German Fintech Wants to Transform How Italians Save Money
This €100B German Fintech Wants to Transform How Italians Save Money
By Finance Magnates
This €100B German Fintech Wants to Transform How Italians Save Money
The Berlin-based digital trading platform Trade Republic today (Thursday) announced the launch of localized banking services in Italy, marking its second major market expansion this year.
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