This episode dives into last week's tumultuous market movements, including the wild ride of equity markets with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq extending their losing streak. Discover how Wall Street's fear gauge, the VIX, spiked amidst relentless trading headline surprises.
In the forex world, the US dollar stumbled while the euro gained momentum on European fiscal stimulus hopes. Meanwhile, the UK's economic data threw a wrench into the sterling's rally.
Gold emerged as a shining star, reaching unprecedented highs, as trade war fears gripped investors. Tensions rose as President Trump's hefty tariff threats rattled global markets.
We also cover critical economic indicators and the anticipation of significant central bank meetings, as investors brace for potential market turbulence driven by monetary policy shifts and geopolitical tensions. Stay tuned for insights, analysis, and a look ahead to the next possible market moves.
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