Silver recorded a blowout year, with prices surging to $80 an ounce for the precious metal. The strong performance has also stirred activity in prediction markets, encouraging punters to speculate on its short-term direction.
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Widespread protests took place in Iran’s capital after the rial slid to record lows, prompting Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley to argue Bitcoin could help Iranians protect their savings.
Oil traders note - Saudi airstrikes in Yemen expose escalating tensions with UAE
China defies easing calls as PBOC keeps rates steady and shifts focus to fiscal support
Silver steadies after sharpest sell-off in 5 years as metals head for best year since 1979
PBOC sets USD/ CNY central rate at 7.0348 (vs. estimate at…
Small business owners, long considered the core of President Donald Trump's political base, are now increasingly feeling the brunt of his policies during his second term in office, according to economist Paul Krugman.
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Reddit Inc. (NYSE: RDDT) co-founder Alexis Ohanian has slammed California's proposed 5% billionaire wealth tax, warning that it could be an expensive mistake, especially for the state's startup economy.
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Musk flags silver supply (and price!) risks as China export curbs spark market concern
PBOC sets USD/ CNY mid-point today at 7.0331 (vs. estimate at 7.0057)
China launches “Justice Mission 2025” drills simulating blockade around Taiwan (more info)
BoJ signals more rate hikes ahead as policy seen far from neutral. JPY trades higher.
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