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Deriv Appoints Prakash Bhudia as Chief Growth Officer
Deriv Appoints Prakash Bhudia as Chief Growth Officer
Deriv has appointed Prakash Bhudia as Chief Growth Officer as the company continues to strengthen its leadership and growth strategy following a year of structural and regulatory milestones.
Trump Media pivots to fusion energy and shares surge more than 25%
Trump Media pivots to fusion energy and shares surge more than 25%
The company formerly known as a social media play is now an experimental-energy play
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US weekly Initial Jobless Claims decline to 224,000 vs. 225,000 expected
US weekly Initial Jobless Claims decline to 224,000 vs. 225,000 expected
There were 224,000 Initial Jobless Claims in the week ending December 13, a decrease of 13,000 from the previous week's revised level, the US Department of Labor (DOL) reported on Thursday. This reading came in better than the market expectation of 225,000.
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US initial jobless claims 224K versus 225K estimate.
US initial jobless claims 224K versus 225K estimate.
The US initial jobless claims and continuing claims for the current weeks
The USD is mixed to start the North American session. ECB and BOE in play
The USD is mixed to start the North American session. ECB and BOE in play
What are the key technical levels in play for the EURUSD, USDJPY and GBPUSD to kickstart the trading day.
US November CPI coming up and it's a tricky one
US November CPI coming up and it's a tricky one
This is the first report since the US government shutdown
ECB rate decision: No change as expected
ECB rate decision: No change as expected
Highlights of the ECB rate decision on December 18, 2025
GBP/CAD firms as BoE delivers a cautious rate cut
GBP/CAD firms as BoE delivers a cautious rate cut
The British Pound (GBP) edges higher against the Canadian Dollar (CAD) on Wednesday, reversing earlier losses as markets digest the Bank of England’s (BoE) latest monetary policy decision. At the time of writing, GBP/CAD trades near 1.8478, rebounding from a daily low around 1.8384.
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GBP/JPY nudges higher after BoE cut, BoJ decision in focus
GBP/JPY nudges higher after BoE cut, BoJ decision in focus
The British Pound (GBP) strengthens against the Japanese Yen (JPY) on Thursday in the initial reaction to the Bank of England’s (BoE) monetary policy announcement. At the time of writing, GBP/JPY trades around 208.40, edging modestly higher after finding support near an intraday low of 207.87.
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EUR/GBP dips to 0.8750 session lows following BoE’s decsion
EUR/GBP dips to 0.8750 session lows following BoE’s decsion
The Euro accelerated its decline from levels near 0.8800 against the Pound Sterling, to reach intra-day lows near 0.8750 at the time of writing, with the weekly low of 0.8745 at a short distance.The Bank of England met the market’s expectations and cut its Bank Rate by 25 basis points to 3.75% on Th
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NZD/USD Price Forecast: Kiwi hits 0.5755 support as bullish momentum eases
NZD/USD Price Forecast: Kiwi hits 0.5755 support as bullish momentum eases
The New Zealand Dollar has failed to draw any significant support from the strong New Zealand GDP figures and is losing ground against the US Dollar. The pair is hovering right above the 0.5755 support area at the time of writing, after having peaked at 0.5830 last week.
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Gold surges after downside US CPI surprise, eyes $4,381 peak
Gold surges after downside US CPI surprise, eyes $4,381 peak
Gold (XAU/USD) rebounds on Thursday, trimming earlier losses after US inflation data surprised to the downside. At the time of writing, XAU/USD trades around $4,368, pushing decisively above this week’s consolidation range.
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NZD/USD softens despite strong Q3 GDP – BBH
NZD/USD softens despite strong Q3 GDP – BBH
NZD/USD slipped to 0.5766 as markets digest New Zealand’s stronger-than-expected Q3 GDP growth of 1.1% q/q.
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USD holds firm as markets eye November CPI – BBH
USD holds firm as markets eye November CPI – BBH
The US Dollar (USD) steadied near yesterday’s highs as investors focus on today’s November CPI release. Fed Governor Waller’s dovish comments highlight that policy rates remain above neutral, keeping the door open for future easing despite sticky inflation around 3% y/y, BBH FX analysts report.
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Exinity and ZenFinex Former Executive Prepares Semoto Prime for Institutional Clients
Exinity and ZenFinex Former Executive Prepares Semoto Prime for Institutional Clients
Matthew Wright announced that he has been preparing the launch of Semoto Prime, a boutique desk for professional and institutional clients.
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EUR/USD hlds above 1.1700 ahead of ECB meeting – BBH
EUR/USD hlds above 1.1700 ahead of ECB meeting – BBH
EUR/USD trades above 1.1700 as markets await today’s European Central Bank (ECB) meeting. The central bank is expected to keep rates at 2.00%, with President Lagarde’s remarks on future hikes likely to influence the euro’s near-term direction, BBH FX analysts report.
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GBP/USD holds above 1.3310 ahead of BoE rate decision – BBH
GBP/USD holds above 1.3310 ahead of BoE rate decision – BBH
GBP/USD trades cautiously above 1.3310 as markets brace for today’s Bank of England meeting. A 25bps cut to 3.75% is widely expected, with a tight 5-4 vote likely, while guidance signaling gradual further easing could pressure the pound on crosses, BBH FX analysts report.
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USD/JPY rises to near 156.00 ahead of US CPI data, BoJ policy decision
USD/JPY rises to near 156.00 ahead of US CPI data, BoJ policy decision
The USD/JPY pair trades higher around 156.00 during the European trading session on Thursday. The pair gains as the US Dollar (USD) rises ahead of the United States (US) Consumer Price Index (CPI) data for November, which will be published at 13:30 GMT.
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USD/CAD treads water below 1.3800, awaiting US inflation figures
USD/CAD treads water below 1.3800, awaiting US inflation figures
The US Dollar bounced from three-month lows around 1.3730 against its Canadian Counterpart earlier this week, but has failed to find acceptance above the 1.3800 line.
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SMX's 1900% Surge Since November Is Not a Momentum Trade; It's Based on Transformative and Deliverable Techology
SMX's 1900% Surge Since November Is Not a Momentum Trade; It's Based on Transformative and Deliverable Techology
Markets love simple explanations. A chart goes vertical and the default diagnosis follows. Momentum. Retail frenzy. Speculation. Something viral on social media.
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What's priced in ahead of the BOE and ECB meeting decisions later today?
What's priced in ahead of the BOE and ECB meeting decisions later today?
A closer look at what markets are positioned for ahead of the central bank bonanza later
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Gold Price Forecast: XAU/USD corrects slightly to near $4,320 ahead of US inflation data
Gold Price Forecast: XAU/USD corrects slightly to near $4,320 ahead of US inflation data
Gold price (XAU/USD) trades 0.4% lower to near $4,320 during the European trading session on Thursday, though it remains close to its all-time high of $4,381.
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Dollar holds above 98 after weak US payrolls – MUFG
Dollar holds above 98 after weak US payrolls – MUFG
The Dollar Index (DXY) found support at 98.000 following November’s weak payrolls report, which confirmed ongoing labor market softness but was not weak enough to prompt an early Fed rate cut.
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S&P 500 Technical Analysis: Have We Got A Bounce at 6775? Perhaps a bounce soon at 6750?
S&P 500 Technical Analysis: Have We Got A Bounce at 6775? Perhaps a bounce soon at 6750?
The S&P 500 is showing early signs of stabilization after the recent selloff to 6775, with order flow hinting at a possible bullish reversal if key levels hold, but confirmation is still needed. For additional context and visuals, also watch my S&P 500 technical analysis video, where I walk through these key levels and scenarios step by step.
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USD/JPY holds above 155 ahead of BoJ policy update – MUFG
USD/JPY holds above 155 ahead of BoJ policy update – MUFG
USD/JPY remains supported above the 155 level as markets await the Bank of Japan’s policy update.
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GBP weak ahead of BoE meeting on weaker CPI – MUFG
GBP weak ahead of BoE meeting on weaker CPI – MUFG
The Pound Sterling (GBP) has continued to trade at weaker levels ahead of today’s Bank of England (BoE) policy meeting following the release yesterday of the much weaker than expected UK CPI report for November, MUFG's FX analyst Lee Hardman reports.
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US CPI preview: Another messy report as shutdown skips October numbers
US CPI preview: Another messy report as shutdown skips October numbers
What to expect from the US CPI report later today?
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EUR: ECB likely to hold rates, signal policy 'in good place' – MUFG
EUR: ECB likely to hold rates, signal policy 'in good place' – MUFG
The European Central Bank (ECB) is expected to keep rates on hold today, emphasizing that policy is in a 'good place' as stronger activity, wage, and inflation data lift euro-zone short-term rates.
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GMI Markets to Cease Operations as a CFD Broker
GMI Markets to Cease Operations as a CFD Broker
GMI Markets, which has operated as a forex and contracts for difference (CFD) broker since 2009, is closing its operations entirely in the coming weeks.
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USD stays range-bound ahead of November CPI – OCBC
USD stays range-bound ahead of November CPI – OCBC
The US Dollar (USD) traded in a subdued range overnight as markets await tonight’s November CPI report, which could sway expectations for 2026 rate cuts.
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EUR/GBP stalls below 0.8800, awaiting ECB and BoE decisions
EUR/GBP stalls below 0.8800, awaiting ECB and BoE decisions
The Euro bounced up from the mid-range of the 0.8700s, and maintains a moderately bid tone in the British Pound on Thursday.
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Coinbase Enters Prediction Markets as the Amazonification of Financial Platforms Gathers Pace
Coinbase Enters Prediction Markets as the Amazonification of Financial Platforms Gathers Pace
Coinbase is entering the prediction markets business through a partnership with specialist exchange Kalshi. The move marks another step away from a crypto-only model toward a broader, multi-asset e...
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Turning Compliance into Advantage: A Conversation with Panayiotis Omirou, CEO of MAP FinTech
Turning Compliance into Advantage: A Conversation with Panayiotis Omirou, CEO of MAP FinTech
As the regulatory landscape undergoes global transformation, financial institutions continue to look for reliability, scalability, and intelligence in their compliance frameworks.
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EUR struggles to gain despite rising rate expectations – Commerzbank
EUR struggles to gain despite rising rate expectations – Commerzbank
The Euro (GBP) has seen little upside despite rising market expectations for interest rate hikes, with recent gains in EUR/USD largely reflecting a weaker US Dollar (USD) rather than stronger euro fundamentals, Commerzbank's Head of FX and Commodity Research Thu Lan Nguyen notes.
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iFOREX Adds Saudi and South Korean Equity CFDs as IPO Is Delayed
iFOREX Adds Saudi and South Korean Equity CFDs as IPO Is Delayed
iFOREX expands CFDs to Saudi, South Korea, delays London IPO, and boosts European brand via football sponsorships.
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Silver price today: Silver falls, according to FXStreet data
Silver price today: Silver falls, according to FXStreet data
Silver prices (XAG/USD) fell on Thursday, according to FXStreet data. Silver trades at $66.08 per troy ounce, down 0.57% from the $66.46 it cost on Wednesday.
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From Holiday FOMO to Focus: How Traders Can Avoid Emotional Decisions in December
From Holiday FOMO to Focus: How Traders Can Avoid Emotional Decisions in December
The final weeks of the year present a unique set of circumstances for financial market participants. For retail and proprietary traders, December is often a period defined by conflicting forces.
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