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US copper prices soar after Trump threatens 50% tariff on imports

The 50% duty would match the rate placed on steel and aluminium imports. The president also said he plans to impose a tariff of up to 200% on pharmaceutical drugs.

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Shein files for Hong Kong IPO to speed up London listing, FT reports

The e-commerce platform filed for a London IPO around a year and a half ago, but has been unable to secure regulatory approval, partly linked to its exposure to the Xinjiang region.

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EU pharma chief calls for European Nasdaq to boost biotech innovation

The head of the EU's pharmaceutical lobby has called for the creation of a life sciences-focused stock market in Europe, modelled after the US Nasdaq, to help retain biotech innovation and investment within the region.

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US stocks rise as investors prepare for Trump’s tariff deadline

Many of Trump’s announced tariffs have been postponed and are due to kick back into effect on 9 July.

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Oil prices rise despite fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel

Markets rose slightly on news that the ceasefire appears to be holding, while oil prices also continued to climb.

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Oil prices surge, Europe’s markets open lower on Israel Iran strikes

Israel launched strikes targeting Iranian nuclear facilities, which killed top officials according to Iranian state media — including Revolutionary Guard chief Hossein Salami.

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Asian shares make modest gains as investors eye US-China talks

Trade talks between the US and China are to continue for a second day in London.

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Chip designer Alphawave sees stock soar on Qualcomm takeover agreement

The acquisition of the UK’s Alphawave by a US firm marks the latest loss for the London Stock Exchange.

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Stablecoin bigwig Circle soars in debut on the New York Stock Exchange

The major cryptocurrency issuer saw its value skyrocket after its IPO on the New York Stock Exchange.

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Tesla stock rises as it rebounds from Trump-Musk public feud

Tesla's stock went up about 4% on Friday afternoon after the US markets opened as investors remain divided on how the feud between the automotive company's CEO Elon Musk and US President Donald Trump will play out.

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European markets mixed as investors digest ECB interest rate decision

European markets were mixed on Thursday afternoon as investors digested the latest ECB interest rate decision.

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European markets lower as investors eye US-China trade developments

European markets were lower on Monday afternoon as investors monitored updates on US-China tariff developments.

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European stocks rise as Trump tariffs are temporarily reinstated

European markets were higher on Friday after an appeals court agreed to pause a trade court ruling that had blocked the enforcement of US President Donald Trump's sweeping trade levies.

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Germany's DAX hits a new high as Trump upbeat on US-EU trade talks

Germany’s DAX hit a fresh record amid easing trade tensions between the US and the EU, with defence and banking stocks leading the gains. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump expressed optimism about the progress of trade talks.

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European markets open higher as Trump delays 50% tariffs on the EU

Stock futures surged after US President Donald Trump agreed to postpone the planned 50% tariffs on the European Union, but the US dollar remained under pressure amid waning investor confidence in US assets, pushing the euro to a one-month high.

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Oil prices falls as OPEC+ considers output hike before US-Iran talks

Crude oil prices extended their losses following reports that OPEC+ is considering a further production increase in July, ahead of US-Iran nuclear talks later today. Oil markets remain caught between escalating geopolitical tensions and persistent concerns over a potential oversupply.

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Sell-offs resume on Wall Street as Moody’s downgrades US credit rating

Moody’s downgraded US credit ratings on Friday, triggering a broad selloff in US assets, including stocks, the dollar, and government bonds. The risk-off sentiment is likely to ripple through European markets on Monday.

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Trading bots are evolving: What happens when AI cheats the market?

Algorithms have been used in trading for decades, but recent advancements could throw up new challenges for regulators.

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Investors wary as Trump says China removing non-tariff trade barriers

Trump stated that China had agreed to remove non-tariff trade barriers, likely referring to the country’s rare earth export controls imposed on the US in April. The market rally appears to be pausing, as investors await further details of the US-China trade agreement.

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Euroviews. Is this the end of US exceptionalism and start of European rebirth?

Say hello to the multipolar world in which China is rapidly becoming a pole of economic and military power. Meanwhile, the old continent is struggling to speak with one voice and remain relevant, Philippe Gijsels writes.