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Oil markets retreat as economic concerns outweigh Trump tariff threats

Crude oil prices climbed on Monday amid US President Donald Trump’s threats to impose 25% to 50% tariffs on Russia’s oil. However, economic concerns may outweigh geopolitical tensions, as a weakening economic outlook could dampen oil demand. Investors will also be closely watching the OPEC+ meeting.

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Crude oil prices rise as Red Sea tensions intensify after US strikes

Crude oil prices jumped following the US military strikes on the Iran-backed Houthi militants, in response to the Yemen-based group’s commercial vessel attacks in the Red Sea. However, a deteriorating economic outlook is expected to continue pressuring oil prices.

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Markets week ahead: Will central banks announce more rate cuts?

Major central banks are set to decide on interest rates this week, providing guidance on market trajectory. Investors will particularly focus on the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook, as the bank may step in and buoy a wobbly Wall Street after it fell into correction territory.

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Recession fears erase billions in US tech stock valuations

Wall Street tumbled amid tariff-driven recession fears in the US economy, triggering sharp selloffs in the big tech stocks, wiping out billions of euros in market valuation.

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Bitcoin falls as Trump’s executive order disappoints crypto investors

Bitcoin fell after US President Donald’s executive order disappointed markets. The decline in cryptocurrencies mirrors the downtrend in the US stock markets amid fears of a widening global trade war.

Economy

China sets 5% GDP target, raises budget deficit as trade war escalates

China sets its GDP growth target at 5% for 2025, unchanged from last year, despite rising risks of trade tariffs.

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Markets dip as China vows retaliation over Trump's extra tariff threat

European markets were in the red on Friday morning after China vowed to retaliate as necessary to Donald Trump's extra 10% tariff hike.

Economy

US's Fed Reserve looks to pause rate cuts as inflation risk rises

According to recently released minutes of the 28-29 January meeting, officials said President Trump's proposed tariffs and mass deportations of migrants, as well as strong consumer spending, were factors that could push inflation higher this year.

Economy

Trump's first month in office: His effect on the financial markets

The global markets have exhibited prominent trends since Trump's inauguration. Euronews Business provides a review of major trends in asset classes amid his policies over the past month.

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European markets reach more new highs despite US-EU trade war risks

The European stock markets have been exceptional this year, with both the Euro Stoxx 600 Index and the DAX repeatedly reaching new highs, despite the risks of a widening global trade war.

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Markets volatile as investors assess China's retaliatory tariffs on US

China announces retaliatory tariffs on the US after President Donald Trump delays tariffs on Mexico and Canada. Global markets recovered some losses from Monday’s selloff, but uncertainties remain.

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Global markets roil after Trump's tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China

The world's financial markets are in turmoil amid fears over an all-out global trade war after US President Donald Trump imposed blanket tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China.

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Apple’s shares surge despite the largest China sales drop in one year

Apple’s December quarter earnings topped analyst expectations in an overall performance. However, sales in China posted the biggest year-on-year decline since the same quarter in 2023.

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Markets recover from DeepSeek turmoil ahead of key rate decisions

Global stock markets rebounded from the previous day's selloff, ahead of major tech earnings and central bank rate decisions.

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Markets look ahead: Central bank rate decisions and tech earnings

Global markets will focus on central bank rate decisions and earnings from US tech giants, alongside major European corporate quarterly results.

Economy

China orders funds to buy more shares to boost languishing markets

China's share markets hit their peak value before the 2008 global financial crisis and have stayed well below that level since. A lack of gains in share prices, along with falling housing prices, has discouraged Chinese families from spending, slowing consumer demand and economic growth.

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Markets ride a rollercoaster as Trump returns to US presidency

Global markets saw turbulent sessions following Donald Trump's inauguration on Monday and early Tuesday, reacting sharply to comments about Trump's tariff plans, with asset classes including stocks, currencies, commodities, and cryptocurrencies showing significant volatility.

Business

Trump's Inauguration Day: The EU waits to see what's in store

Europe is braced for significant economic challenges under Trump's presidency, including its car industry, energy supply, and the euro's devaluation, alongside the potential for resurging inflation.

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European equities surge to 24-year highs, DAX sets new record

European stock markets continued their rally on Friday, with large-cap indices reaching levels unseen in over two decades.

Economy

Strong exports help China hit economic growth targets for 2024

Exports have surged as companies and consumers rush to beat potential US tariff hikes. However, some economists say China's economy is growing at a slower pace than official estimates show.