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Economic News: Sunday, July 27, 2025 – US and EU Close to a Trade Agreement, Markets Await Signals from the Fed

... approximately $3,350 per troy ounce), profit-taking has been observed in recent days: gold quotes fell to around $3,340–3,350, which is 0.5–1% below recent peaks. The pressure on the precious metal was fueled by increased investor interest in risk assets and a moderate strengthening of the US dollar amidst optimism regarding trade. Furthermore, strong employment data from the US reduced expectations for an imminent Fed rate cut, causing Treasury yields to rise – making gold somewhat less attractive in the short term. Nevertheless, the fundamental ...

Thursday, December 5, 2024: Analysis of Key Events and Reports

... monetary policy and economic prospects in the region. Hawkish rhetoric may strengthen the euro. 17:30 MSK: Canada - Services and Composite PMI for November The indices will help assess Canadian economic dynamics. Positive data will bolster the Canadian dollar and support Canadian-related assets. 17:45 MSK: USA - S&P Services and Composite PMI for November These data will show the current state of America's largest economic sector. Strong figures will support both the dollar and U.S. stocks. 18:00 MSK: USA - ISM Manufacturing PMI for November ...

Cryptocurrency News, Monday, August 4, 2025 — The crypto market remains at highs; Ethereum tests $4000

... momentum from rumors about integration into a major payment service. Stablecoins continue to play a crucial role in the ecosystem as a "safe haven": the largest among them — Tether (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC) — are still tightly pegged to the dollar at a ratio of 1:1 and are widely used by investors to preserve capital amid market fluctuations. Their combined market share has slightly decreased as other assets have risen, yet stablecoins remain fundamental liquidity tools in the crypto market. Top 10 Most Popular Cryptocurrencies Despite thousands of existing digital coins, investor focus remains on a few major assets. Below is the current list of the ...

What is devaluation in simple terms and how does it affect the Russian economy?

... equipment or goods, this becomes a serious problem, as the cost of production increases. How to protect your funds during devaluation? Invest in foreign currency: One way to protect your savings from losing purchasing power is to keep part of your funds in dollars, euros, or another stable currency. Buying assets: Investing in real estate, stocks or gold can also protect funds, as these assets have the potential to grow in value even if the national currency weakens. Diversification: Dividing assets between the ruble and other assets reduces the risks associated ...

"I Fear the U.S. Budget Policy": Buffett on Inflation, Debt, and Bitcoin

... sentiment in the medium term. However, risks remain high: Bitcoin’s volatility significantly exceeds that of traditional assets, and sharp declines during corrections are not uncommon. Nevertheless, amid expectations of sustained inflation and a weakening dollar, Bitcoin is increasingly seen as part of a diversified portfolio – a sort of “anti-dollar” asset complementing bond and stock classes. In conclusion: persistently high inflation, alongside mounting deficits and debt, compels investors to seek alternatives. Buffett warns that dollars printed by the government are highly vulnerable to devaluation....