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USDCAD under pressure ahead of key US data and rate decisions
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12 Mar 03.53

USDCAD under pressure ahead of key US data and rate decisions

This week, the Canadian Dollar (CAD) has emerged as the weakest currency in the G10 against the US Dollar.

This Week: Can CAD Catch Up to Its G10 Peers?
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10 Mar 08.18

This Week: Can CAD Catch Up to Its G10 Peers?

The Canadian dollar lags behind its G10 counterparts in 2025. Key economic events this week could impact its trajectory.

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Brent is on track for a weekly loss
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07 MAR clock 12:01

Brent is on track for a weekly loss

Brent crude rose slightly to $70 per barrel but faces a 3.28% weekly loss. Market pressure stems from US trade uncertainty and global supply concerns.
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XAUUSD on track for a weekly gain
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07 MAR clock 10:26

XAUUSD on track for a weekly gain

XAUUSD remained stable near $2,912 amid shifting US trade policies. Investors await nonfarm payrolls as gold tracks a 10% yearly rise.
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USDInd plunges amid EU shifts & tariffs
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05 MAR clock 14:53

USDInd plunges amid EU shifts & US tariffs

The USD Index fell 3.26% in 2025, with a 2.54% March drop due to Trump’s tariffs and the EU’s $840B defense plan, breaking a falling wedge with 200-day SMA support.
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Trading under Trump: assets and markets on the move
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04 MAR clock 13:27

Trading under Trump: assets and markets on the move

Alpari breaks down the effect Trump’s second presidency has already had on some markets and assets, as well as effects his policies could have in the future.
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This Week: US30, CHINAH, GER40 and US500 are in focus
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03 MAR clock 08:16

This Week: US30, CHINAH, GER40 and US500 are in focus

Major events in early March could shake global markets, including Trump’s speech, China’s growth report, the ECB rate decision, and US jobs data.
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Gold is set for its largest weekly drop since November
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28 FEB clock 08:57

Gold is set for its largest weekly drop since November

XAUUSD retreated to $2,855 per ounce. Investor attention is shifting to US PCE data (due later today) and ongoing US trade tariff developments.
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