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Fed Holds Steady as Economy Stays Resilient
The Federal Reserve keeps policy on hold as the economy remains resilient, with Treasury yields rising and precious metals mixed.
Jobless Claims Fall, Labor Market Shows Resilience
US jobless claims decline, signaling a strong labor market despite geopolitical tensions. Economists weigh in on the data.
Yen Surge and Solana Expansion: Japan's Dual Financial Shifts
Japan's yen jumps to two-month high amid intervention fears, while Solana's Pacific Backbone expands across Asia including Japan.
AUD Hits 4-Year High on RBA Rate Hike, Oil Plunges
Australian dollar surges to four-year high after RBA raises rates; oil drops 10% on US-Iran deal hopes. Markets react to geopolitical shifts.
Gold Rises on Dollar Weakness, Fed Uncertainty
Gold prices jump as dollar eases amid US-Iran deal hopes. Focus shifts to non-farm payrolls for Fed policy clues.
Non-Farm Payrolls Set to Test Fed's Rate Stance
Upcoming non-farm payrolls data will test if the economy remains resilient enough to keep Fed policy on hold or if a softening labor market could revive rate cut bets.
FTSE 100 Rebounds 2.2% After Heavy Losses
London's FTSE 100 surged 2.2% on Wednesday, recovering from Tuesday's steep decline amid easing geopolitical tensions.
CAC 40 Surges 2.9% on Hormuz De-escalation
France's CAC 40 and Germany's DAX rallied on Wednesday as geopolitical tensions eased, with all sectors except oil and gas closing higher.
Silver Surges 5.5% as Geopolitical Tensions Ease
Silver prices jump 5.5% to $76.81, while tariffs and high silver costs pressure Pandora's margins.
Oil Prices Fuel UK Inflation; Peace Hopes Lift Gold
UK inflation hits 3.3% as oil prices soar; Iran peace deal prospects ease inflation fears, boosting gold.
Meta Expands USDC Payouts to Creators via Solana and Polygon
Meta now offers USDC payouts to creators in the Philippines and Colombia using Solana and Polygon blockchains, targeting a global creator economy of 200 million contributors.
Polygon Powers Stablecoin Push: OpenTrade Raises $1.7M, Meta Expands USDC Payouts
OpenTrade raises $1.7M with Polygon backing; Meta uses Polygon for USDC creator payouts in Philippines and Colombia.
USDC Adoption Grows: OpenTrade Raises $1.7M, Meta Pilots Creator Payouts
OpenTrade raises $1.7M to launch USDC-denominated investment platform; Meta pilots USDC payouts to creators in the Philippines and Colombia.
Meta Pays Creators in USDC via Solana and Polygon in Philippines
Meta launches USDC payouts for creators in the Philippines and Colombia via Solana and Polygon blockchains, targeting a global creator economy of 200 million.
Lead Prices Surge on Ceasefire Hopes, Trump Doubts Deal
Lead prices rose on reports of a ceasefire framework involving the Strait of Hormuz, but Trump's skepticism tempered gains.
Modi's Party Wins West Bengal Elections for First Time
PM Modi's BJP wins West Bengal state elections, signaling renewed popularity and political strength.
UAE Under Attack: Iran Ceasefire Holds Despite Missile Strikes
UAE faces Iranian missile and drone attacks, but US says ceasefire with Iran remains intact. Economic data awaited.
Iran Ceasefire Holds After UAE Attacks, Tensions Rise
Defense Secretary Hegseth confirms Iran ceasefire intact despite UAE attacks and Strait of Hormuz tensions.
Crude Oil Surge Fuels Inflation Fears, Pressuring Gold and Markets
Crude oil prices rose amid Iran war escalation fears, lifting inflation concerns and capping gold gains while dragging global stock markets lower.