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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.
Markets
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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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
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.
